Laparoscopic equipment is used in gynaecology, general surgery and urology to examine the abdominal and pelvic organs. Current treatments in these areas are only possible due to advances in laparoscopic diagnosis and minimally invasive surgical procedures. The new laparoscopic surgical technology supported by the Cunningham Foundation ensures new, state-of-the-art laparoscopic surgical technology is now a feature of the St Vincent’s Private Hospital’s newly refurbished operating theatres, benefiting all patients requiring specialist surgery.