Goa, July 30th, 2025 – In a significant leap forward for orthopaedic care in the state, Manipal Hospital Goa, today inaugurated the Depuy VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution, from Johnson and Johnson company, a state-of-the-art surgical system designed to deliver highly accurate and personalized total knee replacements. The launch ceremony was held at the hospital premises in the presence of esteemed dignitaries, including Mr. Surendra Prasad, Hospital Director, Dr. Rohan R Desai, Consultant – Hip & Knee Replacement Surgeon, Orthopaedics, Manipal Hospital Goa, Dr. Shereen Hasan Bhat, Medical Superintendent – Manipal Hospital Goa and members of the medical fraternity.
The VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution is one of the most advanced systems globally for total and partial knee replacement surgeries. Purpose-built to enhance precision in Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA), it provides surgeons with real-time data during the procedure, allowing for meticulous control and streamlined surgical workflows. Unlike conventional robotic systems that are often bulky and complicated, VELYS is compact, user-friendly, and integrates smoothly into the operating room environment. When used in conjunction with the ATTUNE®️ Knee System, it delivers highly accurate and reproducible results—approaching near 100% precision—ensuring optimal implant positioning. This level of accuracy translates to minimal post-operative pain, faster recovery, shorter hospital stays, and a quicker return to mobility compared to traditional surgical techniques, giving both surgeons and patients greater confidence in the outcome.
Mr. Surendra Prasad, Hospital Director, stated, “Goa deserves access to the best in healthcare, and today, we are proud to bring world-class orthopaedic innovation to our doorstep. The VELYS system enables our surgeons to perform knee replacements with unmatched precision, ensuring faster recovery and improved function for our patients. This is a proud milestone, not just for Manipal Hospital, but for healthcare delivery in Goa.”
The event was graciously hosted by Mr. Hariprasad M.V., Head of Sales & Marketing at Manipal Hospital Goa. It commenced with a traditional lamp-lighting ceremony, setting a ceremonial tone for the occasion, followed by an in-depth introduction to the VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution. The official unveiling of the VELYS robot was a key highlight, after which Dr. Rohan Dessai spoke about the system’s advanced precision and functionality. The session concluded with an engaging Q&A with media representatives, and a formal vote of thanks was delivered by Dr. Shereen Hasan Bhat, Medical Superintendent, Manipal Hospital Goa.
Dr. Rohan R Desai, added, “Knee arthritis and joint degeneration are on the rise, particularly among the ageing population in Goa. With VELYS, we now have the ability to tailor surgeries to the patient’s specific anatomy and movement patterns in real time. This level of customization translates into better outcomes and a faster return to normal life.”
The addition of VELYS not only positions Manipal Hospital Goa at the forefront of orthopaedic innovation but also represents a transformative step toward making advanced surgical care accessible to the people of Goa. As the state continues to evolve as a regional healthcare hub, this launch marks a renewed commitment to combining clinical excellence with cutting-edge technology.
About Manipal Hospitals
As a pioneer in healthcare, Manipal Hospitals is among the top healthcare providers with 70+ years of experience in India, serving over 7 million patients annually and 60 million patients so far. Its focus is to develop an affordable, high-quality healthcare framework through its multispecialty and tertiary care delivery spectrum and further extend it to out-of-hospital care. With the completion of the acquisition of Medica Synergie hospitals and AMRI Hospitals Limited (acquired in Sept 2023), the integrated network today has a Pan-India footprint of 38 hospitals across 19 cities with 10500+ Beds, a talented pool of 7200+ Doctors, and an employee strength of over 18,600.
Manipal Hospitals provide comprehensive curative and preventive care for many patients from around the globe. Manipal Hospitals is NABH and AAHRPP accredited, and most of the hospitals in its network are NABL, ER, and Blood Bank accredited and recognized for Nursing Excellence. Manipal Hospitals has also been recognized as the most respected and patient-recommended hospital in India through various consumer surveys.