Government Medical College (GMC), Nagpur, has achieved an impressive medical success by performing its first robot-assisted coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) surgery successfully. This landmark achievement makes GMC Nagpur the first government medical institution in India to perform such an advanced procedure.
Way Forward in the Medical Industry
This Robotic heart surgery marks a significant role in access to healthcare, especially for economically vulnerable patients in India. With robotic-assisted techniques, the institution is now equipped to provide cardiac care with better accuracy and faster recovery times.
This success opens new doors for advanced cardiac treatment for economically weak patients in Central India. We are committed to bringing the best technology to those who need it the most.Dr Raj Gajbhiye, Dean of GMC Nagpur
The Expert medical team
The complex surgery was performed with a dedicated team from the Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery (CVTS) Department under the leadership of Dr. Raj Gajbhe, Dean, GMC Nagpur. Key partners include:
With Dr. Satish Das (Head of CVTS), Dr.Batkal, Dr.Kunal Ravekar, and Dr.Anish
The anesthesia team was led by Dr. Wali Fatima Lulu and supported by Dr. Yogesh Zawar and Dr. Ketki Ramtek.
Robotic assistance experts, including Dr.Bhupesh Tirpude, Dr. Hemant Bhanarkar, Dr. Gayatri Deshpande, and Dr. Vikrant Akulwar.
Renowned cardiac surgeon Dr.Sudhir Shrivastava provided remote guidance through teleproctoring.
Advantages of Robotic Heart Surgery
Dr.Das emphasized the benefits of robotic-assisted heart surgery, highlighting:
It is a minimally invasive procedure that reduces the risk of complications.
Faster recovery time, allowing patients to resume normal activities sooner.
Better accuracy leads to better surgical results.
Robotic heart surgery is less invasive, reduces recovery time, and leads to better patient outcomes. We are excited to introduce this technology for the benefit of our patientsDr.Satish Das, HoD of CVTS
This achievement brings hope and advanced healthcare closer to the common people, making life-saving heart surgery more accessible, safer, and effectiveDr.Avinash Gawande, GMCH medical superintendent
Paving the way for advanced cardiac therapies
Dr. Gajbhiye is confident that this breakthrough will open the door to more advanced heart treatments, especially for underprivileged patients. Dr. Avinash Gawande, Medical Superintendent, said this achievement marks the launch of GMC Nagpur's Robotic Cardiac Surgery Program, making life-saving heart surgeries more accessible, safe, and effective for the general public.
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