First robot-assisted surgery successfully performed at Alchemist Hospital, Panchkula
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Take your experience further with Premium access. Thought-provoking Opinions, Expert Analysis, In-depth Insights and other Member Only BenefitsAlchemist Hospital, Panchkula, has marked a milestone by successfully performing the first-ever robot-assisted surgeries in Panchkula. Two gall bladder removal surgeries (Cholecystectomy) were completed using the Da Vinci Xi Surgical Robot by Dr Harsh Garg, Senior Consultant, General Surgery, and Dr Rohit Bansal, Consultant, General Surgery.
The patients, from Punjab and Himachal, recovered well with minimal post-operative discomfort. Dr PS Maan, AVP Medical Operations Alchemist Hospital, said, “This is a significant step in our ongoing mission to bring the latest medical advancements to the region.” Karandeep Singh, Chairman at Alchemist Hospital, said, “At Alchemist, we always strive to put every decision keeping the patient perspective at the forefront.”