In his address, Mr. Nitte Santosh Hegde remarked: “I am honoured to inaugurate this pioneering department at Kauvery Hospital. The integration of Al and personalized care represents a transformative step in healthcare, addressing both the root causes of illnesses and the need for preventive measures. This innovative approach will undoubtedly improve the quality of life for many individuals and set new benchmarks in the healthcare industry.”

Located at Kauvery Hospital’s Electronic City unit in Bangalore, this groundbreaking initiative combines cutting-edge technology with personalized, holistic care to address and reverse the root causes of health issues before they become critical. This comes at a crucial time when India faces a pressing need for proactive and personalized healthcare solutions.
Recent data from the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) indicates that preventable non-communicable diseases (NCDs) like diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and chronic respiratory diseases account for over 60% of all deaths in India. However, only 10% of Indians receive regular preventive health check-up.

Dr. S. Chandrakumar, Founder & Executive Chairman of Kauvery Group of Hospitals, explained how the new department would bridge this gap: “Kauvery Hospital’s new department will offer a comprehensive approach to health management that leverages advanced Al and IoT technologies. This initiative ensures early detection, intervention, and management of health issues, significantly improving patient outcomes and reducing healthcare costs. We will now Predict, Prevent, Delay & Reverse health issues much before they become critical.”

Dr. S. Vijayabaskaran, Executive Director of Kauvery Hospitals (Bangalore and Hosur), highlighted the success of the multidisciplinary approch: “Our recent analysis report has shown remarkable progress in our Diabetes Remission program, where insulin was completely withdrawn for 53% of patients, and the dose was reduced for 30% of patients. Patients undergoing Cardiac Rehabilitation showed a 50% improvement in the rehabilitation process. Our Chronic Kidney Disease Management program reduced rehospitalisation rates by over 50% and significantly decreased mortality rates. Our use of advanced Al technology in achieving these milestones not only enhances patient care but also sets a new standard in healthcare services.”

Kauvery Hospital’s Department of Lifestyle Diseases offers a range of services combining advanced technology and customized care.

Dr. Rajkumar Channabasavaiah, Director and Head of the Department, elaborated: “Our Al-powered Department of Lifestyle Diseases brings in advanced services like Diabetic Remission Programs, Weight Management Solutions, Hypertension and Cardiac Wellness, Gestational Diabetes Management, PCOS and Hypothyroidism Management, Asthma/COPD and Arthritis Care, Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Management, and Post-ICU and Renal Rehabilitation. We have designed customized care plans, precision nutrition, personalized fitness plans, and medication adherence. The department will focus on 24/7 monitoring using affordable wearable IoT devices, lab report analysis, and treating doctor dashboards. A dedicated team of health coaches, care managers, fitness experts, nutritionists, psychologists, and doctors will cater to each patient’s individual requirements. Our department also specializes in Comorbidity Management by addressing current lifestyle, comorbidities such as CVD, CKD, DM, obesity, and mental health conditions like anxiety and depression.

Commenting on this achievement, Dr. S Vijayabhaskaran, Executive Director, Kauvery Hospitals, Bangalore and Hosur said, “This milestone is a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence and patient-centric care. At Kauvery, we are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in healthcare. Our relentless pursuit of cutting-edge technology, combined with our mission to make advanced healthcare affordable, ensures that patients from all walks of life benefit from the best clinical outcomes. We believe that healthcare should not be bound by economic strata, and we are here to make that a reality.”

By bringing together the surgeons skilled in robotic-assisted surgeries in the fields of Surgical Gastroenterology, Surgical Urology and Gynaecological surgeries, the centre is offering the most advanced surgical solutions in a compassionate and empathetic environment. This installation has helped get better clinical outcomes across multiple surgeries such as partial nephrectomy, prostatectomy, radical cystectomy, hysterectomy, myomectomy, thymectomy, lobectomy, esophagectomy, colectomy etc.

Dr. Sreedhara V Setty, HOD – Surgical Gastroenterology & General Surgery and Robotic Surgeon added “Our mission is to provide compassionate, precise, and affordable healthcare. This milestone reflects the trust patients place in our surgeons’ hands and the specialized expertise that Kauvery Hospitals offers. Our commitment goes beyond clinical excellence; it extends to training fellow surgeons on this revolutionary technology, ensuring that the benefits of cutting-edge medical advancements are shared for the betterment of patient care. We are proud to offer the benefits of cutting-edge technology and exceptional surgical outcomes to our patients.”

The Institute has also collaborated with Intuitive, the manufacturer of Da Vinci, to provide comprehensive training to surgeons on RAS technology. This partnership aims to empower the medical community with advanced knowledge and skills, ensuring seamless integration of robotic technology into surgical practices.

Commenting on this achievement by Kauvery Hospital, Mr. Mandeep Singh Kumar, Vice President and Country GM, Intuitive India, said, “This is indeed an exemplary milestone and we are glad to have played a role in this achievement. At Intuitive, our goal is to empower the surgeons for achieving better patient outcomes and this feat is most definitely a true testament to that. It also speaks highly of the hospital’s commitment to leveraging the power of technology in providing quality care. In addition, we are proud of our association with Kauvery and in being instrumental in making RAS not only available but also accessible to the greater patient community. We are looking forward to many such joint efforts with advanced technologies.”

The Kauvery Institute of Robotic Surgery is an essential component of Kauvery Hospital’s rapid expansion across India. Within just three years from its launch in Bengaluru, Kauvery Hospital has consistently invested in best-in-class medical technology and state-of-the-art facilities, making advanced healthcare affordable and accessible to all its patrons.

Mr. Kamal Bali, President & Managing Director of Volvo Group India said, “This milestone not only celebrates Kauvery Hospital’s dedication to transforming healthcare but also underscores the significance of safety in our lives. Volvo, a brand synonymous with safety and the manufacturer of the world’s safest automobiles, has championed innovations like car seat belts. Similarly, the 100 safe Robotic Surgeries performed at Kauvery Hospital reflect our unwavering commitment to patient safety. We are delighted to celebrate this extraordinary achievement, which symbolizes the fusion of healthcare innovation and safety – two pillars of a better and healthier world.”

The program is designed to achieve unprecedented precision and visualisation, with high-definition cameras, the increased degree of movement of robotic arms such of a surgeon’s arms. The institute will bring together surgeons skilled in robotics surgeries in the fields of Surgical Gastroenterology, Surgical Urology and Gynaecological surgeries, the centre will offer the most advanced surgical solutions in a compassionate and empathetic environment.

As part of the launch phase, the Kauvery Institute of Robotic Surgery is committed to prioritizing the well-being of senior citizens which will enable them to have shorter hospital stays and faster recovery times and to return to their normal activities sooner, enhancing their overall quality of life. The institute will consider a rigorous patient selection process ensures that only suitable candidates undergo robotic-assisted surgeries. To make this groundbreaking technology accessible to all, Kauvery Hospital offers robotic-assisted surgery at the cost of a regular laparoscopic procedure during this launch phase.

The Institute collaborates closely with Intuitive Surgical Systems, the manufacturer of Da Vinci X, to provide future surgeons with comprehensive training on this futuristic surgical marvel. This partnership aims to empower the medical community with advanced knowledge and skills, ensuring seamless integration of robotic technology into surgical practices.

For senior citizens, the rigorous patient selection process ensures that only suitable candidates undergo robotic-assisted surgeries. The Da Vinci X Robotic-Assisted Surgical System offers less invasive procedures, leading to reduced pain, blood loss, and scarring. Additionally, the shorter hospital stays and faster recovery times with robotic-assisted surgeries enable them to return to their normal activities sooner, enhancing their overall quality of life.

The Kauvery Institute of Robotic Surgery is an essential component of Kauvery Hospital’s rapid expansion across India. Within just three years from its launch in Bangalore, Kauvery Hospital has consistently invested in best-in-class medical technology and state-of-the-art facilities, making advanced healthcare affordable and accessible to all its patrons.

“This launch of the Kauvery Institute of Robotic Surgery is a significant step towards our brand’s vision of becoming the most respected and trusted healthcare provider,” said Dr. S. Chandra Kumar, Founder & Executive Chairman, Kauvery Hospital. “Our mission is to make great healthcare affordable, and with this latest technological advancement, we continue to uphold our values of Continual Improvement, Ethical, Empathetic Care, Real Accountability, and Service Excellence.”

“We are thrilled to introduce the Kauvery Institute of Robotic Surgery, where our mission is to deliver transformative surgical care, powered by cutting-edge technology and compassionate values,” said Dr. S. Vijayabaskaran, Executive Director, Kauvery Hospital.
The inaugural event, scheduled for 08 August 2023, will witness esteemed guests, including Padma Bhushan Dr. Senapathy Kris Gopalakrishnan, Chairman of Axilor Ventures & Co-founder of Infosys, and Dr. S. Chandra Kumar, Founder & Executive Chairman, Kauvery Hospital.

Kauvery Hospital invites all media representatives, medical professionals, and the public to be part of this momentous occasion as they embark on a new era of surgical excellence with the Kauvery Institute of Robotic Surgery.