Santa Barbara-based Sovato provides software and connectivity that lets health systems safely scale telesurgery programs by linking expert surgeons to distant robotic surgical systems. The platform is device-agnostic, already integrated with several leading robots, and has proven safety and feasibility in pre-clinical cases conducted hundreds to thousands of miles apart both domestically and internationally. By allowing a hub-and-spoke model in which one surgical team can serve multiple sites, Sovato helps address global surgeon shortages and geographic disparities in care. The company is collaborating with healthcare providers, robotic manufacturers, and standards bodies to establish operational guidelines for remote robotic surgery programs. Market tailwinds are strong, with the global robotic surgery sector projected to grow 12.4% annually through 2030 and more than 246 companies active in the space. Founded by Cynthia Perazzo and surgical robotics pioneer Dr. Yulun Wang, Sovato has raised $41 million to date, including its recent Series B, to accelerate product development and deepen industry partnerships.

Total raised

$41M

Funding rounds

1

Latest round

Series B

Latest activity

Nov 2025