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Robotic Surgery Debuts at Visakhapatnam Cancer Center
23 Oct
Summary
- Robotic surgery facility launched at Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital, Visakhapatnam.
- Services are available to NTR Vaidya Seva Trust beneficiaries at subsidized rates.
- NTPC Simhadri provided CSR funding for the advanced robotic equipment donation.
The Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital and Research Centre (HBCH&RC) in Visakhapatnam has launched a state-of-the-art Robotic Surgery Facility. The hospital successfully performed its inaugural robotic surgical procedure on Thursday, October 19, 2026. This expansion of services is made accessible to beneficiaries of the NTR Vaidya Seva Trust, offering high-precision cancer treatment at subsidized rates.
The advanced robotic surgery equipment was a generous donation made possible by Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funding from NTPC, Simhadri. Ayaskanta Jena, Head of Project at NTPC Simhadri, affirmed the company's dedication to advancing healthcare infrastructure and improving public access to specialized medical care during the inauguration ceremony.
Dr. Umesh Mahantshetty, Director of HBCH&RC, Visakhapatnam, described the introduction of robotic procedures as a pivotal step in enhancing comprehensive cancer care. He emphasized that this technology will enable the surgical team to utilize its enhanced precision for delivering world-class treatment to a broader spectrum of cancer patients. The launch event was attended by Dr. Manish S. Bhandare from Tata Memorial Centre, Mumbai, along with HBCH&RC staff.
