a surgical robot operating on a small plush with students looking on

You won't believe how these teens unwrapped Starburst candy!

Students from Manatee High School, Palmetto High School, Parrish Community High School, and Lincoln Memorial Middle School explored the $2.5M Da Vinci 5 surgical robot at Manatee Memorial Hospital, gaining real-world insight into future healthcare careers.

Huge thanks to Dr. Stelios Rekkas and Dr. Stacey South, along with their healthcare staff, for inspiring the next generation.