Apollo CVHF Hospital Opens Gujarat’s First Dedicated Robotic Cardiac Surgery Unit
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With the addition of the second Da Vinci Xi Surgical System, Apollo CVHF Hospital now operates two dedicated Centres of Excellence for robotic cardiac surgery.
Apollo CVHF Hospital has launched Gujarat’s first dedicated Robotic Cardiac Surgery Unit by installing a second Da Vinci Xi Robotic Surgical System, expanding its capacity to perform minimally invasive heart surgeries.
The Da Vinci Xi platform provides surgeons with high-definition three-dimensional visualisation and highly articulated robotic instruments that offer greater dexterity inside the body.
Speaking at the launch, Dr Sameer Dani, CEO & Director, Apollo CVHF Hospitals and Director, Department of Cardiology, Apollo Hospitals Ahmedabad, said, "As cardiovascular disease continues to rise, investing in advanced technology alongside experienced clinical expertise remains central to improving patient outcomes and setting new standards in cardiac care."
The hospital's robotic cardiac surgery programme, led by Dr Sudhir Adalati, Senior CVTS Surgeon, has already completed more than 75 robotic cardiac surgeries.
With the addition of the second Da Vinci Xi Surgical System, Apollo CVHF Hospital now operates two dedicated Centres of Excellence for robotic cardiac surgery.
Also present during the launch was Cdr. Jelson Kavalakkat, Chief Executive Officer, Apollo Hospitals Ahmedabad, said, "Apollo Hospitals has consistently invested in technologies that improve clinical outcomes while enhancing the patient experience.”
“The launch of Gujarat’s first dedicated Robotic Cardiac Surgery Unit reflects our continued commitment to combining world-class technology with specialised clinical expertise, making globally benchmarked care more accessible to patients across the region," he added.
The move has strengthened the hospital’s robotic cardiac surgery programme and increased access to advanced cardiac procedures for eligible patients across Gujarat and neighbouring states.
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