AIIMS Delhi Launches Da Vinci Robotic System for Cancer Care

The system is designed to perform complex procedures, including very low rectal resections, Whipple’s procedures for pancreatic cancer, and advanced chest surgeries with precision and accuracy

The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Delhi, has launched the advanced da Vinci robotic surgery system in its Department of Surgical Oncology to enhance cancer treatment and improve patient outcomes.

According to reports, the system has already been used in nearly 100 surgeries during its pilot phase, demonstrating both clinical effectiveness and growing demand.

Further, the department is equipped with five trained surgeons to perform a wide range of cancer surgeries using da Vinci, which includes cases involving the rectum, esophagus, pancreas, urology, and gynecologic cancers.

The system is designed to perform complex procedures, including very low rectal resections, Whipple’s procedures for pancreatic cancer, and advanced chest surgeries with precision and accuracy.

Highlighting the introduction of the new system, Dr. M. Srinivas, Director of AIIMS Delhi, said, "The introduction of robotic-assisted surgery in our oncology department reflects AIIMS Delhi's mission to expand equitable access to advanced healthcare. This is a significant step forward because, with cancer cases rising across the country, the demand for precision-driven treatments is growing. AIIMS Delhi continues to serve as a referral centre for some of the most complex cases, where this technology can make a meaningful difference.”

“By offering these surgeries free of cost, AIIMS Delhi is ensuring that advanced cancer treatment is available at an affordable level in a high-volume government hospital, without financial barriers for patients”, he added.

The robotic system is designed to make surgeries less invasive, with smaller incisions, reduce blood loss, shorten recovery periods, and reduce post-operative complications.

Reportedly, the system is also expected to enable surgeons with improved visualization and control during complex procedures, which can support more accurate operations.

“Robotic-assisted surgery is transforming the way we treat complex cancers by offering clear advantages for both patients and surgeons. With this modality, patients often benefit from smaller incisions, reduced blood loss, less pain, faster recovery, and fewer complications, helping them return home sooner. Surgeons, on the other hand, gain enhanced visibility, control, and accuracy with the da Vinci system. With this program, AIIMS Delhi is setting new benchmarks for oncology surgery in the public sector and widening access to cutting-edge treatment for people across the country,” said Dr. Sunil Kumar, Head of the Department of Surgical Oncology, Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar Institute Rotary Cancer Hospital, AIIMS Delhi.

Further, the Department also aims to document patient outcomes, contribute to cancer surgery research, and share learnings with the wider surgical community.

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