Patna, Bihar: Eastern India witnessed a historic leap in healthcare as Medanta Patna successfully performed Bihar’s first-ever robotic cardiac surgery (LIMA to LAD grafting). The groundbreaking procedure took place under the leadership of Dr. Arvind Goyal, Director, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery at Medanta Patna.
This achievement signals a new era for cardiac care in Bihar, offering minimally invasive, high-precision surgery to patients in the state and neighboring regions. The operation was powered by the SSI Mantra Surgical Robotic System, India’s first indigenously developed robotic surgical platform.
Dr. Sudhir Srivastava, MD, Founder and Chairman of SS Innovations International, Inc., expressed that this milestone reflects his long-standing vision to establish advanced robotic cardiac surgery programs across India. “Today’s success in Patna is not just a medical achievement; it is a step toward democratizing access to world-class surgical care,” he said.
Key Highlights of the Event:
- Historic First: First robotic cardiac surgery in Bihar, conducted at Medanta Patna.
- Advanced Technology: Powered by the SSI Mantra Surgical Robotic System.
- Expert Leadership: Procedure led by Dr. Arvind Goyal with support from a skilled cardiac team.
- Visionary Mission: Dr. Sudhir Srivastava’s goal to bring advanced surgical programs to every part of India.
- Collaborative Effort: Gratitude extended to Dr. Naresh Trehan, Chairman of Medanta Group, for his leadership in transforming India’s healthcare.
The success of this surgery strengthens the mission of expanding access to cutting-edge, minimally invasive cardiac procedures across India. By adopting indigenous robotic technology, Medanta Patna not only enhances surgical precision but also shortens patient recovery time, reduces complications, and makes advanced treatment more accessible.