Collaboration to Advance Surgical Training and Adoption of Robotic-Assisted Surgery in India
AIIMS New Delhi, a premium medical institute in India and Intuitive, a
global technology leader in minimally invasive care and the pioneer of robotic-assisted surgery,
today signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish an innovative new training centre for
robotic-assisted surgery at AIIMS, New Delhi.
The AIIMS da Vinci RAS training centre will focus on equipping surgeons and care teams with the
skills and technology training necessary to perform robotic-assisted surgery across specialities
including urology, gynaecology, general surgery and more. This industry-academia collaboration will
advance the adoption of robotic-assisted surgery in India by providing state-of-the-art technology
training for more surgeons.
While signing the MoU, Gary S. Guthart, CEO, Intuitive, said, "For Intuitive, this MoU with AIIMS
represents a significant milestone in our shared commitment to advancing surgical training and
improving patient outcomes. We believe the AIIMS da Vinci RAS training centre will also serve as a
beacon of excellence, fostering training, skill, and knowledge development for the next generation
of surgeons.”
While commenting on this, Dr. Srinivas Director of All India Institute of Medical Sciences Delhi,
said, "We are pleased to collaborate with Intuitive to establish this robotic-assisted surgical training
centre, equipped with da Vinci systems. With the rising disease burden in India—cancers, urologic,
and gynecological conditions requiring soft tissue surgery—the demand for advanced technologies
like robotic-assisted surgery is growing. The need for associated training is clear in India. The da Vinci
system offers enhanced precision, flexibility, and control, leading to improved surgical accuracy,
reduced recovery times, and better patient outcomes. As an early adopter of robotic surgery, AIIMS
has a pool of experienced robotic surgeons who will mentor and train new surgeons nationwide.
This centre will play a crucial role in advancing surgical skills and elevating patient care standards
across India.”
Intuitive’s commitment to training surgeons is not limited to initial technology training. It extends to
providing ongoing support and training for surgeons and care teams throughout their careers, and as
they advance in their use of RAS. As part of Intuitive's continuing effort to establish strong robotics
programs across India, the company has already established three training centres in different parts
of the country. More than 850 surgeons in India have been trained on da Vinci technology to date
and are helping drive the significant increase in its adoption.
About Intuitive India
Intuitive Surgical India Pvt Ltd, the subsidiary of Intuitive Surgical, Inc (Nasdaq: ISRG), is a global
technology leader in minimally invasive care and the pioneer of robotic-assisted surgery (RAS).
Intuitive India brings two decades of leadership in advanced robotics, including the da Vinci surgical
system.
A growing community of passionate and committed Indian surgeons are adopting the solutions in
indication areas including gynaecology, urology, general surgery, and surgical oncology, among
others. Today, India has over 850 robotic - assisted trained surgeons and have over 170 da Vinci
systems installed across major private and government hospitals.