National, August 30, 2025 : Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital today announced the launch of the Toumai® Robotic Surgery System, marking the first installation of this advanced surgical system in India. This new addition cements the hospital’s leadership as India’s foremost institution in robotics and precision healthcare, reinforcing its vision to not just adopt but lead advancements in technology and ensure Indian patients benefit from world-class innovations.
The Toumai® Endoscopic Multi-Port Surgical System, is a globally acclaimed robotic innovation recognized with the Red Dot Award and Super AI Leader Award that offers unmatched safety, flexibility, and precision. With advanced features such as 3D HD visualization, tremor-filtered wrist instruments, and highly adaptable multi-arm technology, it represents a new benchmark in minimally invasive surgery now available at Kokilaben Hospital.
With precision, safety, and superior outcomes at its core, Toumai® is designed to transform how surgeries are performed. It allows faster recovery, reduced blood loss, shorter hospital stays, and minimal scarring key benefits that directly improve quality of life for patients. Importantly, the system enables cutting-edge telesurgery, allowing seamless, real-time remote operation with zero perceptible delay across distances of up to 5,000 km. This capability positions the hospital at the forefront of global innovation, making high-fidelity remote surgical collaboration a reality in India. By integrating this breakthrough with its comprehensive cancer care, organ transplant, and multispecialty programs, Kokilaben Hospital offers a truly holistic approach to healthcare.
Tina Anil Ambani, Chairperson, Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, said, “Kokilaben Hospital has consistently endeavoured to bring cutting-edge technology to the country. The acquisition of India’s first Medbot Toumai System is another milestone in our robotic surgery programme. The fusion of robotic technology and human expertise in healthcare creates a powerful partnership, yielding incredible breakthroughs.”
Dr. Santosh Shetty, CEO & Executive Director, added, “Kokilaben Hospital has always believed in shaping the future of healthcare in India by investing in the most advanced technologies. The addition of Toumai® is not just about expanding our robotic portfolio, it marks our leadership as the country’s foremost center for advanced, technology-driven healthcare. We are proud in setting this new national benchmark while ensuring that patients across India have access to world-class outcomes delivered with safety, precision, and compassion.”
Dr. T.B. Yuvraja, Director (Group), Uro-Oncology & Robotic Surgery, stated, “Toumai® is a leap forward in robotic surgery. It combines tremor-free precision, 3D-HD visualization, and unmatched instrument flexibility, ensuring surgeons can perform even the most complex procedures with confidence. The results are already comparable with the best international centers, and this technology will only strengthen India’s position in global robotic surgery.”
Key Benefits of Toumai® at Kokilaben Hospital
- Better Outcomes: Higher surgical precision, reduced complications, faster recovery
- Multi-Specialty Advantage: Urology, oncology, gynecology, gastrointestinal, and more
· Seamless, Real-Time Remote Operation: Zero perceptible delay across 5,000 km
· Integrated Artificial Intelligence: to assist surgeons with enhanced visualization, decision support, and predictive insights, ensuring safer, more accurate, and personalized surgical care
· Multi-Specialty Versatility : Optimized for urology, gastrointestinal, and gynecologic oncology
· Precision Meets Efficiency: Enabling complex oncologic surgeries to be performed with textbook accuracy
Over the last decade, Kokilaben Hospital has been at the forefront of robotic surgery in India. With the da Vinci systems already in operation, the hospital has completed over 6650 robotic surgeries across specialties such as urology, gynecology, oncology, gastrointestinal, bariatrics, ENT, and pediatrics. It is also the first hospital in the country to complete 3945+ uro-oncology robotic surgeries, a testament to its unmatched expertise and outcomes.
The addition of Toumai® further strengthens the hospital’s holistic, multidisciplinary approach integrating advanced robotics with comprehensive cancer care, transplants, rehabilitation, and precision medicine. With this milestone, Kokilaben Hospital reinforces its position as a national leader, bringing together technology, expertise, and patient-first care.
