Savannah Robotic Surgeon

04/24/2026

Thousands of people have robotic-assisted procedures using the da Vinci surgical system every day. During robotic-assisted surgery with the da Vinci system, surgeon T. Ellis "Chip" Barnes, MD, makes a few small incisions and uses a 3DHD camera for a crystal-clear, magnified view of the surgical area. The da Vinci system translates every hand movement Dr. Barnes makes in real time, bending and rotating the instruments to perform the surgical procedure.

04/16/2026

T. Ellis "Chip" Barnes, MD, offers advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgery right here in the Savannah region. He performs minimally invasive procedures including hernia repair, abdominal wall reconstruction, gallbladder removal, and CTIF for treatment of GERD. Call 912-350-3438 for an appointment or learn more at https://savannahroboticsurgeon.com/

04/10/2026

If you suffer from chronic acid reflux or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and you’re tired of relying on daily medications like PPIs (Nexium, Prilosec), the combined Transoral Incisionless Fundoplication (cTIF) procedure may be your answer for long-lasting relief. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 912-350-0566. https://savannahreflux.com/

04/01/2026

As a leader in the field of robotic-assisted surgery, Dr. T. Ellis "Chip" Barnes leverages advanced technology to help patients who need surgery get back to the lives they love as quickly as possible. Surgery performed using a da Vinci system results in better accuracy, less bleeding, less pain, smaller incisions and quicker recovery for patients. Call 912-350-3438 for an appointment or learn more
at https://savannahroboticsurgeon.com/roboticassisted-surgery/

03/26/2026

You don’t have to travel far for world-class robotic hernia surgery. Dr. T. Ellis "Chip" Barnes earned accreditation as a Master Surgeon in Hernia Surgery from Surgical Review Corporation (SRC), and performs minimally invasive robotic-assisted procedures at facilities in Savannah and Richmond Hill. Call 912-350-3438 for an
appointment.

03/26/2026

Robotic surgeon T. Ellis "Chip" Barnes and advanced gastroenterologist Dr. Jonathan Kandiah offer the cTIF procedure!

The cTIF procedure is changing the lives of people who are tired of living with acid reflux. cTIF repairs and restores the body's natural function instead of altering anatomy. After the procedure, most patients do not experience any mroe acid reflux or heartburn problems. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 912-350-0566. https://savannahreflux.com/

03/13/2026

Robotic surgeon and accredited Master Hernia Surgeon Dr. T. Ellis “Chip” Barnes and advanced gastroenterologist Dr. Jonathan Kandiah offer the cTIF procedure (combined Transoral Incisionless Fundoplication with hiatal hernia repair) – a minimally invasive solution designed to stop reflux at its source. The cTIF procedure is a cutting-edge treatment for GERD and heartburn. To learn more, visit a new website created to explain the CTIF procedure, including how it works and what to expect during the process: https://savannahreflux.com/

03/05/2026

As a Master Surgeon in Hernia Surgery, T. Ellis “Chip” Barnes, MD, uses robotic surgery techniques with smaller incisions that lead to faster patient recovery. Call 912-350-3438 for an appointment or learn more at https://savannahroboticsurgeon.com/robotic-herniasurgery/

02/27/2026

People suffering from acid reflux are finding lasting relief with the cTIF procedure. This treatment is offered in Savannah through a collaborative approach between surgeon T. Ellis “Chip” Barnes, MD, and gastroenterologist Jonathan Kandiah, MD. Reflux surgery was previously considered a last resort for controlling heartburn. Now, the success and safety of the cTIF procedure is making it an effective choice for people who just want to stop taking acid reflux medication. Learn more at https://savannahreflux.com/

02/04/2026

Dr. Barnes was recently featured on WJCL News highlighting the benefits of cTIF. This minimally invasive procedure provides lasting relief from acid reflux and GERD. Watch the story at this link to learn more:

The procedure, which treats hernias, has already seen success in dozens of patients who say it has improved their quality of life.

01/30/2026

When part of the stomach bulges through the diaphragm and into the esophagus, it's called a hiatal hernia. The result can be acid reflux, chest pain and heartburn. Dr. T. Ellis "Chip" Barnes uses robotic surgery for hiatal hernia repair, including the cTIF procedure (combined Transoral Incisionless Fundoplication with hiatal hernia repair), which leads to quicker recovery and much lower recurrence rates. Call 912-350-3438 for an appointment or learn more at https://savannahroboticsurgeon.com/ctif-reflux-surgery/

01/21/2026

With a commitment to expanding his surgical skills and sharing his knowledge, while also focusing on his patients’ best interests, T. Ellis “Chip” Barnes, MD, offers an elite level of surgical care. His dedication led to him earning accreditation as a Master Surgeon in Hernia Surgery from Surgical Review Corporation (SRC), an independent, nonprofit patient safety organization. Learn more at https://savannahroboticsurgeon.com/robotic-hernia-surgery/master-surgeon-in-hernia-surgery/