Many companies don't last more than five years; many more have trouble reaching the age of 10. And those that can last 30 years or more are rare. Intuitive Surgical (NASDAQ: ISRG) is close to accomplishing that sort of longevity.

Created in 1995, the medical device specialist hasn't just survived over the years, it has thrived. That's not to say Intuitive Surgical hasn't faced issues, but even with a range of headwinds coming its way, the healthcare pioneer should be able to deliver outsize returns for at least 10 more years. Here is why.

Surgeons typically make open incisions to reach the area they need to operate on. Minimally invasive surgeries, however, use tiny and highly maneuverable instruments that require far less skin cutting. The result is that patients typically experience less bleeding, recover more quickly, and spend less time in the hospital.

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