Medanta Lucknow Sets New Benchmark in Robotic Surgery, Performs 509 Surgeries in One Year

Lucknow : Medanta Lucknow Hospital has set a new milestone in the field of medicine. In the past year, the hospital successfully performed a total of 509 robotic surgeries — the highest number carried out by any private hospital in India within this timeframe. This achievement is a testament to Medanta Lucknow’s adoption of cutting-edge technology and the expertise of its medical professionals. Multiple departments contributed significantly to this accomplishment: the Gynecology Department performed 219 surgeries, the Gastrointestinal (GI) Surgery Department 137, Urology 109, Cardiac 23, and other departments contributed 21 surgeries using robotic techniques.

On this occasion, a press conference was held by Medanta on Tuesday, attended by Medical Director and Director of Urology & Kidney Transplant Dr. Rakesh Kapoor, Dr. Aneesh Srivastava, Dr. Manmeet Singh, Director of Gynecology & Obstetrics Dr. Neelam Vinay, Director of GI Surgery Dr. Anand Prakash, Dr. Sandeep Verma, Director of Cancer Care Endocrine & Breast Surgery Dr. Amit Agrawal, Dr. Roma Pradhan, Director of Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery Dr. Gauranga Majumdar, Senior Consultant Liver Transplant Dr. Vivek Gupta, Consultant Pediatric Surgery & Urology Dr. Anvesha Chakravarty, and Dr. Shyamendra Sharma.

Commenting on this achievement, Medanta Lucknow’s Medical Director Dr. Rakesh Kapoor said, “This record of 509 robotic surgeries showcases our commitment to advanced systems and innovation. Our state-of-the-art robotic technology and skilled team of doctors have enabled us to deliver accurate, safe, and faster recovery-driven services to patients. Our goal is to ensure better treatment for every patient, and we are continuously working in that direction.”

Robotic Surgery Easing Patients' Recovery Journey

When it comes to robotic surgeries in gynecology, the number is the highest among all departments. This involves minimally invasive procedures for treating conditions related to the uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes, etc. Women suffering from uterine fibroids, endometriosis, pelvic organ prolapse, heavy bleeding/menorrhagia, adnexal diseases, and gynecological cancers benefit greatly from robotic surgery, which not only ensures precision but also enables faster recovery.

Additionally, robotic techniques are proving highly effective in treating patients with prostate cancer, kidney cancer, and those requiring kidney transplants. Many people believe that prostate surgery can lead to urinary leakage or incomplete removal of the prostate. However, robotic surgery enables highly precise suturing and faster recovery. Similarly, in cases of kidney tumors, where earlier the entire kidney had to be removed, robotic technology now makes it possible to preserve the kidney.

In gastroenterology, robotic surgery is proving to be highly effective in treating diseases related to the abdomen. These include stomach cancer, esophageal cancer, hiatal hernia and acid reflux, intestinal cancers, pancreatic cancer, liver/biliary cancer, and gallbladder removal. Robotic surgery is becoming a powerful tool for the effective treatment of tumors and cancers in the abdominal region.

Furthermore, in the field of cardiac surgery, India sees around 2 to 2.5 lakh bypass surgeries annually. Robotic technology is now offering hope to patients who are apprehensive about traditional open-heart surgery. It also reduces physical strain on doctors, allowing them to perform more surgeries in a day. Besides, robotic techniques are providing great support in pediatric surgeries and organ transplants as well.