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AIIMS Raipur Hits 100 Robotic Surgeries in 4 Months, Boosts Care

AIIMS Raipur has completed 100 robotic-assisted surgeries within just four months of launching its programme, marking a major advancement for surgical care in Central India. The institute, the first government hospital in the region to offer this technology, has performed a wide range of complex procedures. Doctors report significant patient benefits including smaller incisions, reduced pain, less blood loss, and faster recovery times. The programme aims to expand access to advanced minimally invasive care while also establishing a robust training pathway for surgeons.

Key Points: AIIMS Raipur Completes 100 Robotic Surgeries in 4 Months

  • 100 robotic surgeries in four months
  • First govt hospital in Central India with programme
  • Procedures include nephrectomy, hysterectomy, prostatectomy
  • Smaller incisions, less pain, quicker recovery
  • Operating times below global average
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AIIMS Raipur crosses 100 robotic surgeries in four months

AIIMS Raipur achieves 100 robotic-assisted surgeries, enhancing minimally invasive care with faster recovery and shorter hospital stays in Central India.

AIIMS Raipur crosses 100 robotic surgeries in four months
"Completing 100 robotic surgeries in a short time reflects the team's disciplined approach to training and our focus on delivering consistent, high-quality care. - Dr. Ashok Jindal"

Raipur, Jan 12

AIIMS Raipur has completed 100 robotic-assisted surgeries within four months of launching its robotic programme, marking an important milestone for advanced surgical care in Central India, the institute said on Monday.

The centre has performed a range of procedures, including nephrectomy, cystectomy, hemicolectomy, prostatectomy, pyeloplasty, hernia repairs, gastrectomy, hysterectomy, reflecting both rapid adoption and growing clinical capability.

"Completing 100 robotic surgeries in a short time reflects the team's disciplined approach to training and our focus on delivering consistent, high-quality care. Our priority is to ensure patients benefit meaningfully from this technology, and we are seeing that in practice: smaller incisions, less pain, reduced blood loss, shorter hospital stays, and quicker recovery," said Dr. Ashok Jindal, Executive Director, AIIMS Raipur, in a statement.

"These improvements make the overall care experience smoother for patients and reaffirm the importance of building a strong, well-supported ecosystem for safe and effective adoption of the technology," he added.

AIIMS Raipur launched a robotic-assisted surgery programme in August 2025, becoming the first government hospital in Central India to offer this technology.

The programme aims to make minimally invasive care more accessible for patients in Chhattisgarh and neighboring states, while also creating a structured pathway for surgeon training and academic development.

"This achievement reflects AIIMS Raipur's growing strength in robotic-assisted surgery. Improved operating efficiency is enabling us to manage more cases each day, reduce patient waiting times -- especially for general surgeries -- and expand access to advanced robotic care across Chhattisgarh and neighbouring states," said Dr. Debajyoti Mohanty, Professor and Head of General Surgery at AIIMS Raipur.

This combination has enabled surgeons like Dr. Amit Sharma, Additional Professor of Urology & Renal Transplant at AIIMS Raipur, to achieve operating times of 154 to 170 minutes for prostate surgeries, well below the global average of about 200 minutes, the Institute said.

- IANS

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Priya S
As someone from Bilaspur, this gives me so much hope. We often had to travel to Delhi or Mumbai for complex procedures. Shorter recovery times and less pain are huge benefits for patients and their families. Kudos to the entire medical team at AIIMS Raipur for this achievement.
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David E
Impressive milestone. The operating times mentioned for prostate surgery are notably efficient. It's crucial that this technology is deployed in public hospitals, not just private ones, to ensure equitable access. Hope this model is replicated in other AIIMS across the country.
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Rohit P
This is great, but I have a respectful criticism. While celebrating 100 surgeries, we must ensure the focus remains on patient outcomes and cost-effectiveness. Sometimes new tech drives up costs. I hope AIIMS Raipur maintains transparency about the actual benefits and costs for the common man.
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Sarah B
The structured pathway for surgeon training mentioned is key. Building local expertise is how you make a program sustainable. Reducing patient waiting times for general surgeries could have a massive impact on public health in the region. Well done.
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Nikhil C
Bahut badhiya! 👏 This is real development. When government hospitals get this tech, it puts pressure on private hospitals to be more reasonable with their pricing. My father might need a procedure soon, and knowing this option exists in Raipur is a big relief for our family.

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