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GMCH Pioneers Robotic Heart Surgery, Revolutionizing Healthcare in Assam
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News18•26-09-2026, 21:45
GMCH Pioneers Robotic Heart Surgery, Revolutionizing Healthcare in Assam
- •Gauhati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) successfully performed complex heart surgeries using robotic technology.
- •Three patients underwent successful robotic heart surgeries over two days under the supervision of specialist Ritwick Raj Bhuyan.
- •A cardiac robotic surgery workshop coincided with the surgeries at the CN Centre of GMCH.
- •State Health Minister Ashok Singhal emphasized the government's commitment to integrating advanced technology for a stronger healthcare system in Assam.
- •The initiative aims to provide cutting-edge medical services within the state, combining technology with specialist expertise to benefit patients.
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Complex robotic heart surgeries were performed at the Gauhati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) by its Cardiothoracic Surgery Department at the CN Centre.
The surgeries were conducted under the supervision of Assam's robotic heart surgery specialist Ritwick Raj Bhuyan.
Assam Health and Family Welfare Minister Ashok Singhal highlighted the importance of incorporating advanced technology into the state's healthcare sector to provide modern and stronger medical services locally.
