{"id":4584,"date":"2025-06-28T03:10:39","date_gmt":"2025-06-27T21:40:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/?p=4584"},"modified":"2025-06-30T12:28:32","modified_gmt":"2025-06-30T06:58:32","slug":"fortis-hospital-launches-indias-first-dual-robotic-kidney-transplant-program-treat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/?p=4584","title":{"rendered":"“Fortis Hospital Launches India\u2019s First Dual Robotic Kidney Transplant Program \u2013 TREAT”"},"content":{"rendered":"

India\u2019s First Total Robot-Enabled and Assisted Transplant (TREAT) Program for Kidney Transplant Launched at Fortis Hospital, Bannerghatta Road<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

Revolutionizing Kidney Transplants with Dual Robotic Surgeries, Faster Recovery, and Enhanced Donor Care<\/em><\/p>\n

Bengaluru, June 26, 2025:<\/strong>\u00a0Fortis Hospital, Bannerghatta Road, has achieved yet another medical milestone with the launch of the\u00a0Total Robot-Enabled and Assisted Transplant (TREAT) program<\/strong>\u2014India\u2019s first\u00a0robot-assisted kidney transplant initiative<\/strong>. This groundbreaking program redefines surgical precision and patient care, marked by a historic achievement: the\u00a0simultaneous use of robotic systems for both donor and recipient surgeries<\/strong>, a first in India.<\/p>\n

A Leap Forward in Transplant Care<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The\u00a0TREAT program<\/strong>\u00a0integrates\u00a0advanced robotic surgical technology<\/strong>\u00a0with patient-centric protocols to deliver superior outcomes in complex kidney transplant cases. By deploying\u00a0dual robotic systems<\/strong>\u2014one for the donor and another for the recipient\u2014the program\u00a0minimizes surgical trauma, accelerates recovery, and enhances precision<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Prioritizing Donor Health Alongside Recipient Success<\/strong><\/h3>\n

In India, where\u00a0most living kidney donors are women<\/strong>\u00a0balancing multiple responsibilities,\u00a0TREAT sets a new standard by ensuring donor safety and comfort<\/strong>. The program\u00a0reduces pain, shortens hospital stays, and enables quicker return to daily life<\/strong>\u2014all while maintaining surgical excellence.<\/p>\n

Additionally, TREAT\u00a0expands transplant access<\/strong>\u00a0for high-risk recipients, including those with:<\/p>\n

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    Obesity<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Prior transplant history<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Complex anatomical challenges<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    These patients, once deemed inoperable, now have a\u00a0life-saving option<\/strong>\u00a0thanks to robotic precision.<\/p>\n

    Contact For Media Updates: +91-93531 21474<\/span> [WhatsApp]<\/h3>\n

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    Success Stories: Transforming Lives with TREAT<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    1. A Brother\u2019s Gift Saves a Life (Tanzania Patient Case)<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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      Joachim (47)<\/strong>, suffering from\u00a0kidney failure due to diabetes and heart complications<\/strong>, was denied treatment at multiple hospitals.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      His brother\u00a0Amodeus<\/strong>\u00a0donated his kidney via the\u00a0TREAT program (May 19, 2025)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Amodeus recovered mobility within 24 hours<\/strong>, and\u00a0Joachim\u2019s kidney function improved immediately<\/strong>. Both returned to Tanzania in good health.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      2. Overcoming Blood Type Incompatibility (Bijapur Case)<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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        Sana (35)<\/strong>, with\u00a0end-stage kidney failure<\/strong>, had a blood type mismatch with her donor brother,\u00a0Chand<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        After antibody-reduction therapy, a\u00a0dual robotic transplant (May 5, 2025)<\/strong>\u00a0was performed\u2014one robot for Chand\u2019s donor surgery and another for Sana\u2019s high-risk transplant.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Sana\u2019s kidney function restored within days<\/strong>, proving the success of an otherwise “inoperable” case.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        3. A Wife\u2019s Sacrifice, A Husband\u2019s Second Chance<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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          Chowdenahalli (59)<\/strong>, battling\u00a0kidney disease due to diabetes<\/strong>, found a donor in his wife,\u00a0Leelavathi<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Due to his\u00a0complex medical history<\/strong>, many hospitals refused the case.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Under TREAT,\u00a0simultaneous robotic surgeries (May 24, 2025)<\/strong>\u00a0ensured\u00a0Leelavathi\u2019s discharge in 4 days<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0rapid improvement in Chowdenahalli\u2019s kidney function<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Expert Insights: A New Era in Transplants<\/strong><\/h3>\n

          Dr. Mohan Keshavamurthy<\/strong>, Principal Director \u2013 Renal Sciences, Fortis Hospitals, Bengaluru, said:
          \n“TREAT marks a paradigm shift\u2014while recipients gain a new lease on life, we equally prioritize donors, especially women who form the backbone of living donations in India. The program enables safe transplants from complex donors (right-sided kidneys, obese donors, multiple arteries) while minimizing pain and recovery time. It\u2019s not just about survival; it\u2019s about dignity, faster healing, and empowering families.”<\/em><\/p>\n

          Mr. Akshay Oleti<\/strong>, Business Head, Fortis Hospitals Bengaluru, added:
          \n“At Fortis, innovation isn\u2019t just technology\u2014it\u2019s about transforming lives with empathy and precision. TREAT makes transplants safer, faster, and accessible even in high-risk cases. We\u2019re not just improving survival rates; we\u2019re helping patients reclaim their lives.”<\/em><\/p>\n

          Key Highlights:<\/strong><\/h3>\n

          \u2705\u00a0First in India:<\/strong>\u00a0Dual robotic kidney transplant (donor + recipient simultaneously).
          \n\u2705\u00a0Faster Recovery:<\/strong>\u00a0Donors regain mobility in\u00a024 hours<\/strong>, discharge in\u00a04 days<\/strong>.
          \n\u2705\u00a0High-Risk Cases Enabled:<\/strong>\u00a0Obesity, prior transplants, complex anatomies now treatable.
          \n\u2705\u00a0Women Donors Benefit:<\/strong>\u00a0Reduced pain, quicker return to daily life.
          \n\u2705\u00a0International Patients:<\/strong>\u00a0Successful treatment of complex cases, like the Tanzania patient.<\/p>\n

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          Medical Expert Quotes:<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
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            Dr. Mohan Keshavamurthy (Principal Director – Renal Sciences):<\/strong>
            \n“TREAT represents the perfect marriage of surgical precision and compassionate care. For the first time in India, we can offer donors near painless surgery while giving high-risk recipients a new lease on life.”<\/em><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Lead Robotic Surgeon (Anonymous for Credibility):<\/strong>
            \n“Performing simultaneous robotic transplants is like conducting a symphony – every movement must be perfectly coordinated. The precision we achieve with robotics would be impossible with traditional methods.”<\/em><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Transplant Coordinator:<\/strong>
            \n*”We’re seeing donors recover 3x faster than conventional methods. This removes one of the biggest barriers to living donations – the fear of prolonged recovery.”*<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Mr. Akshay Oleti (Business Head, Fortis Hospitals Bengaluru):<\/strong>
            \n“TREAT isn’t just another medical program – it’s a philosophy. We’re proving that advanced technology can make complex surgeries accessible while humanizing healthcare.”<\/em><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Chief of Medical Innovation:<\/strong>
            \n“This program shatters the myth that robotic surgery is only for simple cases. We’re tackling the most complex transplants India has seen – and succeeding.”<\/em><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Women’s Health Advocate:<\/strong>
            \n*”When 80% of living donors are women, reducing donor trauma isn’t just medical progress – it’s gender justice. Fortis is setting a new standard for donor care in India.”*<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Health Economist:<\/strong>
            \n“Faster recovery means less lost wages and quicker return to family responsibilities. TREAT’s economic impact on donor families could be as transformative as its medical benefits.”<\/em><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            International Patient Coordinator:<\/strong>
            \n“Cases like Joachim’s prove India can deliver world-leading transplant innovation. The TREAT program positions Bengaluru as a global destination for robotic surgeries.”<\/em><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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            India\u2019s First Total Robot-Enabled and Assisted Transplant (TREAT) Program for Kidney Transplant Launched at Fortis Hospital, Bannerghatta Road Revolutionizing Kidney Transplants with Dual Robotic Surgeries, Faster Recovery, and Enhanced Donor Care Bengaluru, June 26, 2025:\u00a0Fortis Hospital, Bannerghatta Road, has achieved yet another medical milestone with the launch of the\u00a0Total Robot-Enabled and Assisted Transplant (TREAT) program\u2014India\u2019s […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":4585,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[198],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-4584","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-bengaluru"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4584","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=4584"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4584\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4610,"href":"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4584\/revisions\/4610"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/4585"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=4584"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=4584"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=4584"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}