AIIMS Bhubaneswar has reached a major medical milestone with the successful launch of its state-of-the-art Robotic Knee Replacement facility, becoming the first government hospital in Odisha and Eastern India to introduce this revolutionary surgical technology. This development marks a significant leap forward in the state’s healthcare infrastructure, bringing world-class surgical precision and advanced treatment options to patients across all social and economic backgrounds. The first-ever robotic knee replacement surgery was successfully performed on a 66-year-old female patient at AIIMS Bhubaneswar by the Department of Orthopaedics, using advanced robotic technology. The surgery was completed without complications, and the patient is reported to be in stable condition.

Speaking about the landmark achievement, Dr. Ashutosh Biswas, Executive Director of AIIMS Bhubaneswar, commended the Orthopaedics team for their excellence in executing this complex procedure. He emphasized that the robotic knee replacement facility enhances access to advanced healthcare for all, aligning with AIIMS Bhubaneswar’s mission to democratize high-end medical services. “With the introduction of robotic services, AIIMS Bhubaneswar has made Robo-assisted surgeries accessible to patients across all social strata,” he stated.

Dr. Bishnu Prasad Patro, Head of the Department of Orthopaedics, elaborated on the benefits of robotic surgery. He explained that traditional knee replacements relied heavily on jigs and cutting blocks, which could result in minor misalignments, especially in complicated cases involving deformities or past surgeries. In contrast, robotic-assisted knee replacement offers greater surgical precision, reduced margin for error, real-time intraoperative feedback, and better long-term outcomes.

Robotic assistance allows the surgeon to perform complex steps with heightened accuracy. The AI-powered system can independently perform specific tasks such as bone mapping and alignment through navigation technology, drastically improving the accuracy of the cuts and implant placement. This ultimately leads to better joint functionality, quicker recovery, and longer-lasting results for patients.

This breakthrough is especially impactful for underprivileged patients, thanks to government healthcare initiatives such as Ayushman Bharat, which provides free knee replacement surgeries to eligible individuals. Dr. Patro highlighted that the integration of robotic surgery under such schemes extends access to cutting-edge treatments, ensuring that even economically weaker sections of society benefit from technological advancements in medicine.

Other senior doctors present at the launch of this innovative facility included Dr. Dillip Kumar Parida, Medical Superintendent; Dr. Sujit Tripathy, Dr. Gurudip Das, and Dr. Meganath V Pawar, along with the rest of the Orthopaedics team. Knee replacement surgeries are widely regarded as one of the greatest medical advancements of the century, offering new hope to those suffering from severe osteoarthritis and knee immobility. AIIMS Bhubaneswar’s initiative in adopting robotic surgery technology further elevates Odisha’s position as an emerging hub for quality healthcare and medical innovation.