Siliguri Breaks Medical Milestones: Affordable Robotic Surgery Now at Pomesh Hospital

A historic medical milestone in North Bengal! Watch the exclusive coverage by Siliguri Times as Pomesh Superspeciality Hospital performs the region's very first successful fully robotic surgery. About the Event: In this video, Siliguri Times sits down with Dr. Saravanan Ramanathan (HOD of Hepato-Biliary, Laparoscopic & Robotic Surgery and Owner of Pomesh Hospital) to discuss this breakthrough. He shares details about the region's first-ever robotic-assisted hernia surgery (IPOM Plus procedure), which was remarkably completed in just 30 minutes! Key Highlights of the Interview: Why Robotic Surgery? Discover the massive benefits of robotic precision, including minimal tissue damage, minimal bleeding, and incredibly fast recovery times (discharge within 24 hours). The Future of AI in Medicine: Dr. Ramanathan explains how Artificial Intelligence will soon assist surgeons in identifying cancer tissues down to the cellular level. Breaking the Cost Barrier: While robotic surgeries in major metros easily cross ₹3.5 Lakhs, Pomesh Hospital is introducing this state-of-the-art technology at a fraction of the cost—charging only for instruments to make it accessible to everyone in Siliguri and North Bengal. Patient Speak: Hear directly from Mrs. Nisha Thapa from Matigara, the first patient to undergo the procedure, about her smooth, pain-free recovery. Hospital Details: 📍 Pomesh Superspeciality Hospital 🏢 Address: 3rd Mile, Salugara, Siliguri, West Bengal.