In a groundbreaking achievement for Indian healthcare, AIIMS Delhi’s surgical team has conducted more than 1,000 robotic-assisted surgeries within just 13 months. The announcement came Tuesday, highlighting the institute’s leap into futuristic medicine.
Initiated slightly over a year ago, the program targets demanding operations where precision is paramount. The advanced robot has handled an impressive array: pancreaticoduodenectomies, total gastrectomies, esophagectomies, colectomies, anterior resections for GI cancers, kidney transplants, and minimally invasive removals of thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal, and pancreatic tumors in hepato-biliary cases.
Private facilities in major cities have long used robotics for specialties like urology and gynecology, but general surgery in government hospitals has seen limited uptake. AIIMS is changing that narrative, democratizing access to high-tech surgery for patients across economic strata.
Leading the charge, Professor Sunil Chumber pointed out the training ripple effect. ‘As an academic center with over 100 residents, this setup ensures they master the latest tech, aligning our program with elite global standards,’ he said. Patients reap rewards too—less bleeding, quicker discharges, and swifter recoveries.
Additional Professor Dr. Mohit Joshi enthused about the seamless rollout. ‘AIIMS stays ahead in every advancement. Our surgeons are fully trained, operating from a specialized OT, yielding fantastic results.’ This surge in robotic procedures signals a new era for affordable, advanced surgery in public health, promising better outcomes for millions.
