Digital Hands, Human Minds: A New Era for Indian Surgeons Starts in Hyderabad

A cutting-edge robotic surgery workshop commences today, being a milestone in India's surgery education. The ₹20 crore training system by SS Innovations, powered by the SSI Mantra 3 platform, will revolutionize how surgeons learn precision procedures in specialties.

Top points of the launch:

- Technology and Training:
- SSI Mantra 3 offers multi-specialty usage in urology, gynecology, cardiothoracic, and general surgery
- Trainees will learn in live operations, simulation modules, and tele-proctoring sessions to gain robotic skills

- Workshop Details:
- Hosted at Radisson Hitec City, Hyderabad, in coordination with Preeti Kidney Hospitals
- Includes practical practice in robotic cholecystectomy, hysterectomy, and hernia repair
- Open to registered gynecologists and general surgeons with limited registration space

- Accessibility and Impact:
- SSI Mantra is indigenous Indian robotic platform with affordable substitutes to foreign systems like Da Vinci
- The workshop aims to democratize robotic surgery by making it possible for surgeons in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities

- Broader Ecosystem:
- The project is in line with India's push towards surgical innovation and skill development under the National Medical Devices Policy
- They will be trained by seasoned robotic surgeons and offered post-training assistance

This workshop not only showcases India's technological prowess but also paves the way for a new generation of digitally empowered surgeons.

Sources: Preeti Hospital, SS Innovations, SMRSC 2025, The Hindu BusinessLine, Economic Times Health, MSN India, Medical Device Events, Yashoda Hospitals, ASiT UK