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10-KPeriod: FY2010

INTUITIVE SURGICAL INC Annual Report, Year Ended Dec 31, 2010

Filed February 1, 2011For Securities:ISRG

Summary

Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (ISRG) reported robust growth for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2010, with total revenue increasing by 34% to $1.41 billion. This growth was primarily driven by increased adoption of the da Vinci Surgical System across various procedures, particularly da Vinci Hysterectomy (dVH) and da Vinci Prostatectomy (dVP). The company saw a significant rise in system sales, with 441 units sold, up from 338 in the previous year, and a growing installed base of 1,752 systems worldwide. The company's business model is characterized by both capital equipment sales and recurring revenue from instruments, accessories, and service. Recurring revenue represented 53% of total revenue in 2010, highlighting the sticky nature of their customer base and the ongoing utilization of their systems. Investment in research and development remained strong, with $116 million allocated, indicating a continued focus on product innovation and expansion into new surgical specialties. The company also reported a healthy financial position, with $1.61 billion in cash, cash equivalents, and investments, providing ample resources for future growth and operations.

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Key Highlights

  • 1Total revenue grew 34% year-over-year to $1.41 billion, driven by strong demand for da Vinci Surgical Systems.
  • 2441 da Vinci Surgical Systems were sold in 2010, an increase from 338 in 2009, expanding the installed base to 1,752 systems globally.
  • 3Recurring revenue (instruments, accessories, and service) accounted for 53% of total revenue, reaching $752.7 million, demonstrating strong system utilization.
  • 4The da Vinci Hysterectomy (dVH) became the highest volume procedure, surpassing da Vinci Prostatectomy (dVP), with significant growth in both cancer and benign applications.
  • 5Research and Development expenses increased by 22% to $116 million, reflecting continued investment in product innovation and new procedure development.
  • 6The company ended the year with a strong liquidity position, holding $1.61 billion in cash, cash equivalents, and investments.
  • 7The newly launched da Vinci Si Surgical System was well-received, accounting for 84% of systems sold in 2010.

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