RMLIMS to Introduce Gamma Knife & Robotic Surgery for Advanced Medical Care

As part of this, INR 113 Cr has been dedicated to acquiring 30 advanced medical devices, including the Gamma Knife and the Da Vinci robotic system.

Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences (RMLIMS) is set to introduce Gamma Knife technology and advanced robotic surgery, making it the first government medical institution in Uttar Pradesh to adopt these cutting-edge treatments.

A recent high-level government committee approved the initiative, allocating funds under the INR 250 Cr capital grant sanctioned for FY 2024-25 by the Uttar Pradesh Medical Education Department.

As part of this, INR 113 Cr e has been dedicated to acquiring 30 advanced medical devices, including the Gamma Knife and the Da Vinci robotic system.

Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak, who chaired the meeting, said, "We are ensuring that patients receive world-class treatment within the state, eliminating the need for them to travel elsewhere," he stated.

Gamma Knife to Enhance Neurosurgical Treatment

RMLIMS will join leading institutions such as AIIMS Delhi, PGI Chandigarh, and Army Hospital Delhi in offering Gamma Knife technology, a specialized, non-invasive treatment for brain tumors and neurological disorders.

Prof. Deepak Kumar Singh, head of the neurosurgery department, revealed that constructing a dedicated bunker for the Gamma Knife will take five to six months, with the machine expected to be operational within six months.

The INR 48 crore equipment enables high-precision treatment, reducing the need for traditional surgery and minimizing recovery time.

"For patients with brain tumors and neurological disorders, this will offer precise, non-invasive treatment with faster recovery and fewer risks," said Singh.

Robotic Surgery to Begin in March

The Da Vinci robotic system, procured for INR 26 Cr, will significantly improve surgical precision, particularly in complex cancer and reconstructive procedures.

While robotic surgery is already available at SGPGIMS and KGMU, this will be a first for RMLIMS.

Prof Ishwar Dayal, head of the urology department, highlighted its importance in blood and bladder cancer surgeries, organ transplants, and reconstructive procedures.

To ensure smooth implementation, the system supplier will train 15 surgeons and provide a robotic surgery simulator worth INR 3.5 Cr at no additional cost.

The first 200 surgeries will be conducted free of charge, with the company covering expenses.

Subsequent pricing will be decided later. The robotic system will be installed on the second floor of the neuroscience center within 15-30 days, with the first surgeries scheduled for early March.

RMLIMS Director Prof CM Singh said, "These advancements will not only enhance surgical precision and patient outcomes but also provide invaluable training for our medical residents," he said.

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