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Dr. Mahak Bhandari Creates History with World’s First Transcontinental Hernia Surgeries

Sri Aurobindo University proudly celebrates a landmark achievement in the field of global healthcare and surgical innovation as Dr Mahak Bhandari, Pro-Chancellor, Sri Aurobindo University, successfully performed the World’s First Transcontinental Robotic Hernia Surgeries while operating remotely from IRCAD France.

In this historic milestone, Dr Bhandari conducted 12 tele-robotic procedures, including 9 robotic hernia surgeries and 3 robotic gallbladder (cholecystectomy) surgeries, demonstrating the immense potential of next-generation surgical technologies. The procedures were performed across nearly 8,000 kilometres, connecting surgical expertise in France with patients in India through advanced robotic systems and real-time communication networks.

This achievement represents more than a technological breakthrough. It reflects the evolving future of healthcare, where innovation, connectivity and expertise can transcend geographical boundaries to deliver specialised care beyond traditional limitations. By successfully executing complex procedures across continents, Dr Mahak Bhandari has showcased the transformative possibilities of tele-robotic surgery in improving access to advanced healthcare worldwide.

As Pro Chancellor of Sri Aurobindo University, Dr Bhandari has consistently championed excellence in medical education, research, and innovation. This milestone embodies the University’s commitment to fostering cutting-edge advancements that bridge the gap between academic excellence and real-world healthcare transformation.

The accomplishment was made possible through the collective efforts of multidisciplinary teams, robotic surgery specialists, operating theatre professionals, and technology experts whose seamless coordination ensured the highest standards of patient safety and surgical precision.

This global first reinforces Sri Aurobindo University’s position as an institution that encourages innovation-driven healthcare and future-focused learning. It stands as a powerful example of how education, research, and technology can come together to redefine the future of medicine and create new possibilities for patients around the world.