Vijayawada, 28 August 2024—Manipal Hospital, Vijayawada, announces the completion of 300 robotic surgeries within a year, marking a significant achievement in the hospital’s commitment to advanced healthcare. This milestone underscores the hospital’s dedication to providing cutting-edge medical solutions, ensuring better patient outcomes, and setting new regional benchmarks.
Manipal Hospital’s success in robotic surgeries spans multiple specialties, including Gastroenterology, Urology, Gynaecology, and Surgical Oncology. The dedicated team responsible for these surgeries comprises Dr. Surendra Jasti, Consultant, GI and Minimal Access Surgeon, Dr. V Dharmendra Kumar, Consultant, Surgical Oncology, Dr. Ravi Shankar Ganji, Consultant, Neurologist and Renal Transplant Surgeon, Dr. R Dinesh Reddy, Consultant, Surgical Oncology, Dr. Lakshmi Prasuna, Consultant, Obstetrics and Gynecology
Robotic surgeries at Manipal Hospitals Vijayawada are performed using the state-of-the-art Intuitive – Da Vinci Xi robotic system. This advanced technology, coupled with the expertise of the hospital’s medical team, offers patients numerous benefits over traditional surgical methods, including less pain, smaller incisions, reduced bleeding, and faster recovery times.
Dr. Utham Sharma, Head – Medical Services at Manipal Hospital, Vijayawada, expressed his pride in the team’s achievement, stating, “Completing 300 robotic surgeries in such a short period is a testament to the dedication and expertise of our surgical team. Robotic surgery has revolutionized the way we approach complex procedures, enabling us to provide our patients with the best possible outcomes.”
Dr. Sudhakar Kantipudi, Cluster Director at Manipal Hospital, Vijayawada, emphasized the hospital’s commitment to adopting advanced medical technologies, saying, “Investing in robotic surgery and ensuring our medical professionals are thoroughly trained has always been a priority for us. This milestone highlights our continuous efforts to deliver world-class healthcare to our community.”
Patient outcomes have been overwhelmingly positive, with a 99% success rate reported for those undergoing robotic surgery at Manipal Hospital. To ensure patients are well-informed, the hospital conducts comprehensive educational sessions on robotic surgery’s benefits and potential risks.
Manipal Hospital, Vijayawada remains committed to advancing healthcare in the region, continually pushing the boundaries of medical excellence through innovation and compassionate care.