• First private hospital in Uttar Pradesh (excluding NCR) to introduce Da Vinci Xi robotic surgery
• The Da Vinci Xi is ideal for pediatric surgery, offering the best results
• Will boost medical tourism and encourage the adoption of cutting-edge medical technologies in the region
TIL Desk Lucknow:👉Apollo Hospital Lucknow has announced a significant achievement in medical technology. The hospital has introduced the country’s most advanced robotic surgical system, the fifth-generation Da Vinci Xi. With this accomplishment, Apollo Hospitals marks the beginning of a new era in surgery in Uttar Pradesh. Apollo Hospitals is the first private hospital in the state, excluding NCR, to offer Da Vinci Xi robotic surgery.
Speaking at the launch event, Dr. Mayank Somani, MD & CEO of Apollo Hospitals Lucknow, expressed his excitement about the introduction of the Da Vinci Xi system. He said, “The Da Vinci surgical system has played a leading role in robotic-assisted surgery for nearly three decades, with over 14 million successful surgeries worldwide. We are thrilled to bring this revolutionary technology to Uttar Pradesh, enhancing our ability to perform complex surgeries with greater precision and minimal incisions.”
The introduction of the Da Vinci Xi surgical system will bring a revolutionary change in the field of surgery in Uttar Pradesh. This new robotic system will not only improve the quality of surgeries but also boost medical tourism, driving economic growth in the state. Dr. Somani added, “Today’s patients seek the most advanced treatments, and the Da Vinci Xi system allows us to perform surgeries with minimal incisions, leading to quicker recovery, less scarring, and better outcomes.”
By introducing the Da Vinci Xi system, Apollo Hospitals Lucknow demonstrates its commitment to providing world-class healthcare. The hospital has successfully performed over 100 robotic knee surgeries in a year and is now expanding its robotic surgery services. This expansion will include specialties such as oncology, urology, cardiac surgery, bariatric surgery, gynecological surgery, general surgery, thoracic surgery, and pediatric surgery.
Dr. Somani explained, “The arrival of the Da Vinci Xi system in Uttar Pradesh will have multiple benefits. It will attract skilled doctors and medical professionals to the region, increasing competition and the use of new technologies in healthcare. Apollo Hospitals’ strategic investment is a crucial step towards making Uttar Pradesh a hub for advanced medical care. This will attract patients from neighboring states and countries like Nepal, boosting medical tourism. Strengthening the state’s medical sector will create numerous job opportunities in healthcare and related industries, contributing to the state’s overall economic growth. This will significantly support the Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath vision of making Uttar Pradesh a $1 trillion economy by 2027.”
