Nashik gets next-gen surgical robotic system

HCG Manavata Cancer Centre in Nashik has introduced Versius, a next-generation surgical robotic system, marking the latest robotic system in the North Maharashtra region. A range of surgical procedures have already been completed using The Versius under the leadership of Dr Raj Nagarkar, Chairman, Manavata Cancer Centre.

The introduction of Versius will bring robotic-assisted laparoscopic general and oncological care to the people of the North Maharashtra region, making minimal access surgery available and affordable to all. People in Nashik and surrounding cities will have access to new-age medical technology at a reasonable cost. Robotic procedures such as cholecystectomy, hysterectomy, LAR, APR, and all urology procedures can be performed at Manavata Cancer Centre.

Speaking on this context, Dr Raj Nagarkar, Chairman, Manavata Cancer Centre, said, “The Manavata Cancer Centre has always strived to use cutting-edge cancer treatment. We are delighted to have acquired the Versius system as an innovative, cost-effective system to the patient which will enable us further to our commitment of providing quality cancer care to the people of the North Maharashtra region, who until now have not had access to the benefits of robotic surgery. Minimal invasive procedure has reduced hospital stay and pain while offering better outcomes. Robotic system has added extra finesse to our surgical armamentarium.”

Versius as a next-generation surgical robotic system with its small form factor, versatility and portability has been designed to support surgeons to deliver the benefits of minimal access surgery. Manavata has become the first robotic centre in North Maharashtra and second in the world to procure Versius, a next-generation surgical robotic system from CMR Surgical, UK, said Mark Slack, Chief Medical Officer, CMR Surgical.