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Robotic Surgery Arrives at Eva Women’s Hospital

Eva Women’s Hospital Brings Robotic Surgery System for Women’s Care to Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad has added another centre for robotic surgery in women’s healthcare with Eva Women’s Hospital installing the DA VINCI XI Surgical System, a robotic-assisted platform used in advanced minimally invasive procedures for gynaecology and cancer treatment.

The hospital announced the installation of Robotic Surgery on 4 July 2026, making it one of the few independently owned single-speciality hospitals in India to introduce the technology for women’s healthcare services.

Robotic Surgery Arrives at Eva Women's Hospital — Robotic Surgery Arrives at Eva Women’s Hospital

The DA VINCI XI system does not operate on its own. Surgeons control the instruments from a console inside the operating theatre. The system translates the surgeon’s hand movements into smaller and more controlled movements through robotic arms fitted with surgical instruments. It also provides a magnified three-dimensional view of the operating area, helping doctors work in difficult-to-reach parts of the body with greater visibility and control.

Robotic-assisted surgery has become more common in India during the past decade, particularly in urology, cancer care, cardiac surgery and gynaecology. Large multi-speciality hospitals in cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Ahmedabad have gradually expanded their use of robotic systems as hospitals seek alternatives to conventional open surgery for selected procedures.

The DA VINCI XI platform, developed by American medical technology company Intuitive Surgical, is among the most widely used robotic surgical systems in the world and is designed for use across several medical specialities, including gynaecology, colorectal surgery and oncology. The system allows surgeons to perform operations through small incisions rather than larger cuts often associated with traditional surgery. Studies have shown that minimally invasive techniques may help reduce blood loss, lower pain after surgery and shorten recovery periods for suitable patients, although outcomes continue to depend heavily on patient condition and surgical expertise.

At Eva Women’s Hospital, the technology will primarily be used for advanced gynaecological surgery and gynaecological cancer care. Doctors say it may be particularly useful in cases involving deep infiltrating endometriosis, pelvic disorders and cancers affecting the uterus, ovaries and surrounding organs.

Endometriosis affects millions of women worldwide and occurs when tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus, often causing severe pain and fertility problems. Complex forms of the disease can involve nerves, the bowel or the urinary tract, making surgery difficult and requiring a high level of precision.

The hospital said robotic-assisted procedures may also offer benefits for women with obesity who require treatment for endometrial cancer, where traditional surgery can become technically challenging.

The surgical programme will be led by Dr Dipak Limbachiya, Founder Director of Eva Women’s Hospital, who specialises in laparoscopic and robotic gynaecological surgery as well as gynaecological oncology. Dr Limbachiya has become known in surgical circles for his work in minimally invasive procedures and has trained and practised in advanced laparoscopic techniques for many years.

Speaking during the launch, Dr Limbachiya said: “The decision was shaped by the aim of making advanced surgical options available to women in Gujarat.”

“Every woman deserves access to the safest and most advanced surgical care available. Behind every procedure is a daughter, a mother, a wife or a professional eager to regain her health and return to life with confidence. Our decision to introduce the DA VINCI XI Surgical System is rooted in that belief. As India’s healthcare landscape continues to embrace advanced robotic-assisted surgery, we are proud to bring this global innovation to women in Gujarat through compassionate, patient-centric care,” said Dr. Dipak Limbachiya.

The arrival of robotic surgery systems in smaller and specialised hospitals marks a wider change in Indian healthcare, where advanced technologies that were once limited to major teaching hospitals and corporate hospital groups are becoming available through focused speciality centres.

Industry reports show that India has become one of the fastest-growing markets for robotic surgery in Asia as hospitals increase investment in minimally invasive procedures and surgical technology. Intuitive Surgical, the company behind the DA VINCI systems, has reported steady growth in the number of robotic procedures carried out globally during recent years.

Medical experts continue to point out that robotic systems do not replace surgeons and should not be viewed as autonomous machines. Instead, they function as advanced tools that may improve precision and ergonomics during selected operations when used by trained specialists. The success of surgery continues to depend on diagnosis, patient health, surgical planning and clinical judgement.

For Ahmedabad, where healthcare providers have increasingly invested in cancer treatment, organ transplantation and advanced surgery, the addition of another robotic surgery facility reflects the city’s growing role as a medical destination for patients from Gujarat and neighbouring states.

With the installation now complete, Eva Women’s Hospital plans to begin offering robotic-assisted procedures as part of its specialised services in gynaecology, endometriosis treatment and women’s cancer care, adding another option for patients seeking minimally invasive surgery in the region.