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Mayo Clinic Offers Robotic Mastectomy Option for Breast Cancer Patients
New procedure preserves nipple, areola and breast skin while removing cancer.
Jan. 30, 2026 at 12:23pm
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Mayo Clinic has added a new robotic nipple-sparing mastectomy procedure at its locations in Minnesota and Florida. The innovative surgery removes breast tissue while preserving the nipple, areola and surrounding skin, providing a more natural-looking breast after the procedure.
Why it matters
This new robotic mastectomy option can help improve cosmetic outcomes and emotional well-being for breast cancer patients, addressing common concerns around scarring, sensation and blood flow issues that can arise from traditional mastectomy procedures.
The details
The robotic approach uses small incisions and provides surgeons with a better view of the surgical field, which can help minimize scarring and improve blood flow and sensation in the preserved breast skin and nipple. In some cases, the procedure also allows for restoration of feeling in the nipple and areola.
- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the robotic nipple-sparing mastectomy procedure in 2026.
- Mayo Clinic announced the new surgical option on January 30, 2026.
The players
Dr. Mara Piltin
A surgical oncologist at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville.
Dr. Jeffrey Johnson
A surgical oncologist at Mayo Clinic in Rochester.
Mayo Clinic
A nonprofit organization committed to clinical practice, education and research, providing comprehensive care to patients.
What they’re saying
“When we remove the breast tissue and keep the envelope of the breast skin and nipple, it provides the most natural-appearing breast from a cosmetic standpoint.”
— Dr. Mara Piltin, Surgical Oncologist, Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville
“At Mayo Clinic, our goal is to ensure that more patients can benefit from innovations that support not only their physical recovery but also their emotional well-being so every patient can move forward with confidence and hope.”
— Dr. Jeffrey Johnson, Surgical Oncologist, Mayo Clinic in Rochester
What’s next
Mayo Clinic plans to expand the availability of the robotic nipple-sparing mastectomy procedure to additional locations in the coming years.
The takeaway
This new robotic mastectomy option from Mayo Clinic represents an important advancement in breast cancer treatment, providing patients with a more natural-looking and emotionally supportive surgical experience while still effectively removing cancerous tissue.
