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Compassion Over Code: Surgeon's Plea for Human Touch
3 Jul
Summary
- Technology should remain a tool, not replace human compassion in medicine.
- Affordability and accessibility are crucial for medical services.
- A surgeon celebrated 1,000 robotic knee replacement surgeries.
Technology should serve as a tool and never replace compassion in healthcare, stated Mayilvahanan Natarajan, a senior orthopedic surgeon and former Vice-Chancellor of Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, on July 3, 2026. He highlighted that advancements like robotics and AI are evolving, but affordability and accessibility must remain prioritized.
Dr. Natarajan advised young surgeons to embrace continuous learning, questioning, and innovation. The event also honored Dr. Arumugam S. for completing 1,000 robotic knee replacement surgeries, a significant milestone for Prashanth Hospitals. The hospital also launched its second fourth-generation robotic system, underscoring the increasing adoption of such technologies in India.
Actor Radikaa Sarathkumar addressed the proliferation of health myths on social media, urging the public to trust doctors and scientific advancements. She stressed the importance of leading independent, pain-free lives and consulting healthcare professionals for accurate information.
