Goa, December 2025: Manipal Hospital Goa has achieved a significant milestone by successfully completing 50 robotic surgeries using the advanced VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solution. This achievement was accomplished under the expertise of Dr. Rohan R. Desai, Consultant – Hip & Knee Replacement Surgeon, Orthopaedics, and his dedicated team, marking a major leap in precision-led orthopaedic care in the state. This milestone reflects the hospital’s commitment to adopting cutting-edge medical technologies that enhance surgical accuracy, patient safety, and long-term clinical outcomes.
The VELYS Robotic System, designed to assist surgeons in knee replacement procedures, enables highly personalised and minimally invasive surgeries. Its real-time intraoperative insights, data-driven precision, and soft-tissue balancing capabilities significantly improve post-operative recovery, reduce pain, and support faster rehabilitation for patients.
Speaking on the achievement, Dr. Rohan Desai, said, “Reaching the 50-surgery mark with the VELYS robotic system is a proud moment for us. This technology allows us to tailor each knee replacement to the patient’s unique anatomy with exceptional precision. As a result, patients experience quicker recovery, better mobility, and improved long-term outcomes. We are committed to bringing world-class advancements to Goa and elevating the quality of orthopaedic care.”
The hospital’s adoption of robotic-assisted surgery has also led to increasing patient confidence, with more individuals opting for advanced orthopaedic procedures due to reduced complications and enhanced functional recovery.
Manipal Hospital Goa continues to strengthen its orthopaedic programme with expert clinicians, patient-centric care protocols, and the latest surgical technologies. With the successful completion of 50 robotic surgeries, the hospital reaffirms its position as one of Goa’s leading centres for advanced bone and joint care.
About Manipal Hospitals
As a pioneer in healthcare, Manipal Hospitals is among the top healthcare providers in India serving over 8 million patients annually, with a focus on providing affordable, high-quality healthcare services. Manipal’s integrated network today has a pan-India footprint of 49 hospitals across 24 cities with 12,600 licensed beds, and a talented pool of 11,000+ doctors and an employee strength of over 34000.
Manipal Hospitals provides comprehensive curative and preventive care for a multitude of patients from around the globe. Manipal Hospitals is AAHRPP accredited and most of the hospitals in its network are NABH, NABL, ER, Blood Bank accredited and recognized for Nursing Excellence.