Department of General Surgery at Fortis Manesar Completes 50+ Robot-Assisted Surgeries; Hospital Crosses 150 Robotic Procedures

Department of General Surgery at Fortis Manesar Completes 50+ Robot-Assisted Surgeries; Hospital Crosses 150 Robotic Procedures

--Complex hernia and gallbladder surgeries performed with greater precision, minimal pain, and 
improved patient outcomes--

Manesar, 12 May, 2026: Reinforcing its commitment to advanced surgical excellence and next-generation minimally invasive care, the Department of General Surgery at Fortis Hospital Manesar has successfully 
completed 50+ robot-assisted surgeries, contributing to the hospital’s overall milestone of more than 150
robotic procedures across specialties. The achievement reflects the hospital’s growing expertise in managing complex abdominal wall reconstruction, hernia repair, and gallbladder surgeries through advanced robotic-assisted procedures.

Marking this milestone, the hospital highlighted several complex and successful patient outcomes 
managed through robotic-assisted surgery. Among the notable cases was a 61-year-old woman who 
underwent robotic-assisted surgery for a large and complex irreducible abdominal hernia. The procedure 
was particularly challenging due to her multiple co-morbidities, including liver cirrhosis, diabetes, 
hypertension, anaemia, and hypothyroidism. Using robotic technology, surgeons were able to perform 
the repair with enhanced precision, superior control, and minimal blood loss, significantly lowering the 
risk of complications such as bowel obstruction and tissue damage. The surgery lasted over two hours, 
and the patient recovered steadily in stable condition.

In another emergency case, a 49-year-old man presented with severe abdominal pain caused by a 
recurrent umbilical hernia along with separation of the abdominal muscles. He underwent a complex 
robot-assisted mesh repair using a minimally invasive approach to reconstruct and reinforce the 
abdominal wall. The surgery, which lasted over three hours, successfully repaired both the hernia defect 
and muscle separation, significantly reducing the risk of recurrence and future complications while 
enabling a smoother recovery. Robotic-assisted techniques are increasingly being adopted for complex 
abdominal wall reconstruction because of their precision and minimally invasive benefits.

The robot-assisted surgical programme has also demonstrated strong clinical outcomes in gallbladder surgeries. A 32-year-old woman underwent a robot-assisted cholecystectomy for gallstones and was able 
to recover quickly enough to travel the very next day for an important family commitment. Similarly, a 28-
year-old woman was admitted with severe right upper abdominal pain and diagnosed with symptomatic 
gallstones. Clinical evaluation revealed tenderness in the right upper abdomen, while further assessment 
confirmed the presence of a large gallbladder stone. She underwent a robotic-assisted cholecystectomy, 
where the minimally invasive robotic approach ensured precise removal of the gallbladder with minimal 
pain and faster recovery. Her post-operative recovery was smooth, and she was discharged in stable 
condition within two days.

Dr. Rakesh Kumar, Director - Robotic General Surgery, Fortis Hospital Manesar, said, “Completing over 
50 robotic surgeries within the Department of General Surgery reflects our commitment to combining surgical expertise with cutting-edge technology to improve patient outcomes. Robotic-assisted surgery is increasingly transforming surgical care globally, particularly in gastrointestinal, hernia, urology, and gynaecological procedures, by offering superior dexterity and visualization compared to conventional laparoscopy. This technology enables enhanced precision, especially in complex cases, while significantly improving recovery time, reducing pain, and lowering complication risks. This milestone further strengthens our vision of making advanced surgical care more accessible to patients in the region.”

Abhijit Singh, Facility Director, Fortis Hospital Manesar, said, “The robotic surgery programme at Fortis 
Manesar has now crossed 150 procedures across specialties and continues to play a key role in managing both routine and highly complex surgical cases with greater precision and better clinical outcomes. The technology enables smaller incisions, reduced blood loss, lower risk of complications, shorter hospital
stays, and faster recovery for patients. With this milestone, Fortis Manesar continues to strengthen its 
position as a centre for advanced surgical innovation, bringing world-class robotic care closer to patients 
across Haryana and the NCR.