Apex Hospitals, Malviya Nagar, Jaipur is the first hospital in Rajasthan to perform surgeries using a Make-in-India robotic system, marking a landmark moment for surgical care in the region. Our Department of Robotic Surgery offers minimally invasive robotic procedures across urology, gastrointestinal surgery, oncology and cardiac surgery. With surgeons who have over ten years of experience, patients benefit from smaller incisions, minimal blood loss, reduced pain, faster recovery, and superior surgical precision, all at an affordable cost.
Robotic surgery is a minimally invasive surgical technique in which a surgeon uses a robotic system, controlled from a console inside the operating room, to perform precise procedures through small incisions, guided by a high-definition 3D camera that magnifies the operating field up to ten times.
In robotic surgery, specialised instruments are inserted into the patient's body through a series of small incisions, each no larger than a keyhole. These instruments are attached to three robotic arms, which the surgeon controls with fine finger and foot movements from a console in the operating theatre. A fourth arm holds a high-definition, 3D stereoscopic camera that gives the surgeon a magnified, ten-times enlarged view of the operating field, far beyond what is visible to the naked eye or through standard laparoscopy.
The robotic arms translate the surgeon's hand movements with greater precision and a wider range of motion than the human hand alone can achieve, eliminating natural hand tremor and allowing access to tight anatomical spaces. The surgeon is in complete control at every moment, the robot does not act autonomously.
Apex Hospitals, Malviya Nagar, Jaipur is the first hospital in Rajasthan to perform surgeries using a Make-in-India robotic surgical system (the SSI Mantra system), a milestone in both regional healthcare and the advancement of indigenous medical technology in India.
This domestically developed system brings world-class robotic surgical capabilities to Rajasthan, making it accessible without the need to travel to metro cities. It reflects Apex's commitment to bringing cutting-edge care to patients across the region at an affordable cost.
| Feature | Open Surgery | Laparoscopy | Robotic Surgery |
|---|---|---|---|
| Incision size | Large (10–30 cm) | Small (0.5–1 cm) | Small (0.5–1 cm) |
| Surgical precision | Standard | Good | Superior — 10x magnification |
| Range of motion | Natural hand | Limited | 360° — greater than human wrist |
| Blood loss | Higher | Reduced | Minimal |
| Hospital stay | 7–14 days | 3–5 days | 1–3 days |
| Recovery time | 4–6 weeks | 2–3 weeks | 1–2 weeks |
| Scarring | Significant | Minimal | Minimal |
| Infection risk | Higher | Lower | Lower |
| Tremor | Present | Present | Absent |
Our robotic surgery programme covers a wide range of specialties. Each procedure below uses the Make-in-India robotic system for enhanced precision, minimal invasiveness, and faster recovery.
First in Rajasthan — Make-in-India Robotic System
Apex Hospitals, Malviya Nagar is the first hospital in Rajasthan to perform surgeries using a Make-in-India robotic surgical system. Patients in Rajasthan no longer need to travel to Delhi, Mumbai, or other metro cities to access robotic surgery, world-class precision is now available here, at an affordable cost.
Multi-Specialty Robotic Team
Our robotic surgery team spans urology, GI surgery, oncology and cardiac surgery, giving patients access to robotic-assisted care across a wide range of conditions. Each specialist brings 10+ years of surgical experience combined with advanced robotic training.
Better Outcomes at Affordable Cost
Robotic surgery at Apex Hospitals is priced to be accessible, not just for those who can afford to travel to larger cities. Shorter hospital stays, faster recovery, fewer complications, and reduced need for additional procedures make robotic surgery cost-effective over the full treatment journey, not just the day of surgery.
Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery — Now in Jaipur
Robotic cardiac surgery, including mitral valve repair, closure of heart defects and coronary bypass is now available at Apex Hospitals, Malviya Nagar. Patients who previously had no option other than full open-heart surgery can now access minimally invasive alternatives with faster recovery and significantly less post-operative discomfort.
Book a Consultation
OPD available Monday to Saturday. Book online through the Apex website, call our helpline, or walk in during OPD hours. Bring all prior investigation reports — scans, blood tests, biopsy results — for a focused consultation. The relevant surgeon (urologist, GI surgeon, cardiac surgeon, or oncologist) will be your primary contact.
Pre-Operative Evaluation
The surgeon reviews your diagnosis, imaging, and reports to determine whether robotic surgery is the right approach for your condition. Not every patient or every condition requires robotic surgery — the team recommends it only when it offers a meaningful advantage. A complete pre-operative workup is conducted including blood tests, cardiac evaluation, and anaesthesia assessment.
Pre-Surgery Briefing
Your surgeon explains the robotic procedure in plain language — what will be done, what to expect, recovery timeline, and potential risks. Any questions from the patient or family are addressed. Pre-operative preparation instructions (fasting, medicines, bowel prep if needed) are provided in writing.
Robotic Surgery
The procedure is performed under general anaesthesia. Small incisions are made for the robotic arms and camera. The surgeon operates from the console, with a 10x magnified 3D view of the operative field and precise robotic instrument control. Operating time varies by procedure — typically 2–4 hours for most robotic surgeries.
Post-Operative Recovery
Most robotic surgery patients are ambulatory (able to move) within 24 hours. Hospital stay is typically 1–3 days for most procedures. Pain is managed effectively with oral medicines — most patients report significantly less pain than expected. Diet is gradually reintroduced depending on the procedure.
Discharge & Follow-up
Patients are discharged with clear written instructions on wound care, activity restrictions, diet, and medicines. Follow-up is scheduled at 1 week, 1 month, and 3 months. Oncology patients have additional follow-up for disease monitoring. Teleconsultation is available for patients from outside Jaipur.
★★★★★
Rekha K. — Ostium Secundum Atrial Septal Defect (osASD) — Congenital Heart Defect
"I had been living with a hole in my heart without knowing it. When the diagnosis came, I was told I would need open-heart surgery, a large incision, my breastbone divided, and six to eight weeks of recovery. Dr. Rahul Kumar Bhukar offered me a different path. He repaired the defect robotically, through small keyhole incisions on the side of my chest — no large scar, no broken sternum. My pain after surgery was far less than I had feared, my hospital stay was short, and I was back to my normal life much sooner than I ever expected. I am grateful this was possible, and that I did not have to leave Jaipur to get it done."
Landmark Case: First Robotic Cardiac Surgery in Rajasthan
Milestone: Apex Hospitals, Malviya Nagar performed the first robotic cardiac surgery in Rajasthan — an Ostium Secundum Atrial Septal Defect (osASD) repair in a 34-year-old female patient, conducted by Dr. Rahul Kumar Bhukar using the SSI Mantra system — India's first indigenously developed surgical robot — with no sternotomy and no large incision.
Significance: osASD is a congenital opening between the two upper chambers of the heart. Left untreated, it leads to right heart enlargement, pulmonary hypertension, arrhythmias, and heart failure. The conventional repair requires open-heart surgery with a large sternal incision and 6–8 weeks of recovery. Dr. Bhukar performed the same repair through keyhole incisions of under one centimetre on the side of the chest. The SSI Mantra system provided a magnified 3D view of the operative field and filtered out natural hand tremor for greater precision. The patient had significantly reduced post-operative pain, shorter hospitalisation, lower infection risk, and a faster return to normal activity — a standard of care previously available only at select centres in Delhi, Mumbai, and Hyderabad, now available in Rajasthan.
Robotic surgery is a minimally invasive technique where a surgeon operates using a robotic system — controlling robotic arms and a 10× magnified 3D camera through small incisions. The surgeon is in complete control; the robot does not act independently.
Apex Hospitals, Malviya Nagar, Jaipur is the first hospital in Rajasthan to perform surgeries using a Make-in-India robotic system. We offer robotic surgery across urology, GI, oncology and cardiac surgery.
Yes. Robotic surgery is performed by experienced surgeons with the same safety standards as conventional surgery, with the added benefit of greater precision, 10× magnification, and reduced blood loss. The surgeon is in control at every step — the robotic system is a tool, not an autonomous operator.
Robotic surgery offers advantages over standard laparoscopy in complex cases — including greater range of motion (360 degrees vs fixed laparoscopic instruments), 10× 3D magnification, and elimination of hand tremor. For straightforward procedures, laparoscopy remains effective. Your surgeon will advise which approach is best for your specific condition.
Most patients are mobile within 24 hours of robotic surgery and are discharged within 1–3 days. Return to daily activities typically takes 1–2 weeks — significantly faster than the 4–6 weeks required after open surgery.
Yes. Apex Hospitals, Malviya Nagar offers robotic cardiac surgery — including mitral valve repair and robotic-assisted coronary bypass — performed by Dr. Rahul Kumar Bhukar. This allows eligible patients to undergo heart surgery without the need for full open-chest surgery.
Yes. We offer robotic oncology surgery for prostate cancer, bladder cancer, stomach cancer, colon cancer, head and neck cancers, and gynaecological cancers. Robotic surgery enables precise tumour removal while preserving surrounding healthy tissue and nerves.
Yes. The surgeon is seated at a console inside the operating room, controlling all four robotic arms in real time using finger and foot controls, while viewing the operative field through a high-definition stereoscopic monitor. The robot responds precisely to the surgeon's movements — there is no autonomous action.
Apex Hospitals, Malviya Nagar is the first in Rajasthan to use a Make-in-India robotic system, with a multi-specialty team covering urology, GI, oncology, cardiac surgery, and gynaecology — all with 10+ years of experience. Patients benefit from superior outcomes at an affordable cost, without travelling to a metro city.
