Apollo Hospitals Crosses 8,000 Robotic Surgeries, Establishes Tamil Nadu’s Largest Multi-Platform Robotic Programme

Chennai, 12 February 2026: Apollo Hospitals has successfully completed over 8,000 robotic-assisted surgeries across multiple specialities, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to precision-led, patient-centric surgical care. With this achievement, Apollo has established Tamil Nadu's largest multi-platform robotic surgery programme and the most comprehensive robotic surgical ecosystem in Chennai, significantly expanding access to advanced surgical precision across the state.

Dr Preetha Reddy, Executive Vice Chairperson, Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Limited along with Apollo robotic surgeons.

Apollo Hospitals has built a uniquely integrated robotic ecosystem by deploying advanced platforms including the da Vinci Xi, MAKO, HUGO RAS, SSI Mantra, and CMR surgical systems. This multi-platform approach allows surgeons to choose the most appropriate technology based on clinical indication, procedural complexity, and individual patient needs — enhancing surgical accuracy, safety, and outcomes.

Dr Preetha Reddy, Executive Vice Chairperson, Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Limited, said, “At Apollo Hospitals, technology is never the end goal; it is a means to improve outcomes and elevate patient experiences. Crossing 8,000 robotic surgeries reflects our belief that innovation must be clinically meaningful, responsibly scaled, and accessible. Robotics empowers our surgeons with enhanced precision and confidence, while enabling patients to recover faster and more safely.”

Ms Sindoori Reddy, Director – Strategy, Apollo Hospitals, added, “Our robotic programme is built on a simple yet powerful principle — using the right technology for the right patient, every time. By investing across multiple platforms, we have created a future-ready surgical ecosystem that supports surgeons, improves consistency, and delivers measurable outcomes. The real impact lies not just in numbers, but in better recovery, safety, and improved quality of life for patients.”

Robotic-assisted procedures at Apollo Hospitals span Urology, Gynecology, General and Laparoscopic Surgery, Colorectal and Thoracic Surgery, Orthopedics and Joint Replacement, Oncology, and Cardiac Sciences. The programme integrates advanced technology, standardised clinical protocols, and continuous outcome monitoring into routine surgical practice.

To date, more than 8,000 robotic surgeries have been performed, with 30–40% of complex procedures in select departments now conducted robotically — among the highest adoption rates in the state. Clinical outcomes indicate up to 50% lower blood loss, a 1–2-day shorter hospital stay, and faster recovery and return to daily activities, depending on the procedure, compared to conventional surgery.

Apollo Hospitals has also made sustained investments in surgeon training, credentialing, and continuous outcome tracking, building one of the largest and most experienced robotic surgical teams in Tamil Nadu. Robotic surgery volumes continue to grow steadily, driven by strong clinical outcomes and increasing patient confidence.

As part of its commitment to awareness and education around next-generation surgical technologies, Apollo Hospitals hosted a robotic showcase open to the public, with a special focus on medical college students. Doctors, students, influencers, and media representatives interacted with surgeons and experienced the robotic platforms firsthand, reinforcing Apollo’s emphasis on transparency, innovation, and advancing the future of surgical care.

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