Apollo Hospitals Pune has reached a significant milestone with the successful completion of 1,000 surgeries, underscoring its commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred healthcare. This achievement reflects the collective dedication of multidisciplinary teams who work tirelessly to provide safe, effective, and compassionate surgical care.    The milestone celebrates the expertise and collaboration of surgeons, nurses, technicians, anesthetists, and operating theatre professionals whose efforts have contributed to positive patient outcomes across a wide range of surgical specialties. Every procedure represents more than a clinical success; it reflects the trust placed in the hospital by patients and their families during some of the most critical moments of their healthcare journey.   Recognising the significance of the milestone, Dr. Manisha Karmarkar, Chief Executive Officer, Apollo Hospitals Pune, expressed her gratitude, stating, “I extend my heartfelt thanks to Dr. Bikash Sahu and team, our dedicated surgeons, nurses, technicians, and every member of the OT staff who made this achievement possible.” She further highlighted that the milestone represents lives healed, hopes restored, and countless examples of teamwork, skill, and commitment.   As Apollo Hospitals Pune celebrates this achievement, it remains committed to advancing clinical excellence, strengthening patient trust, and continuing its mission of delivering world-class healthcare outcomes for the communities it serves.  

For over four decades, Apollo Hospitals has set benchmarks in clinical excellence, innovation, and medical education, shaping the future of healthcare in India and beyond. Reinforcing this commitment, it has launched the Apollo Clinical Book Series — a collection of six comprehensive volumes covering Cardiology, Nephrology, Breast Cancer, Stroke, Obesity, and Diabetes. Developed by Apollo's leading clinicians and subject matter experts, the series is designed to translate the latest medical evidence into practical guidance that supports everyday clinical practice.    More than a publishing initiative, the series reflects Apollo's vision of fostering continuous learning and strengthening clinical excellence across the healthcare ecosystem. Each volume combines evidence-based recommendations with practical clinical insights, enabling healthcare professionals to make informed decisions while navigating the complexities of modern medicine.   As healthcare continues to evolve with rapid scientific advancements, timely access to reliable, evidence-based knowledge is essential for delivering consistently high-quality patient care. Apollo Hospitals aims to bridge the gap between emerging research and bedside practice, ultimately enhancing the quality and consistency of patient care. By empowering clinicians with the latest insights, the initiative contributes to better patient outcomes and reinforcing Apollo Hospitals’ vision of advancing clinical excellence while improving patient outcomes through continuous learning and knowledge sharing.  

Apollo Hospitals, Narendrapur recently marked a significant milestone with the successful installation of the ERBE Complete Gastro Workstation in its Gastroenterology Department, accompanied by comprehensive user training for the clinical team. This recognizes the collaborative efforts of gastroenterologists, biomedical engineers, and hospital leadership in ensuring the seamless adoption of this advanced technology.    The ERBE Complete Gastro Workstation is an advanced endoscopy platform that enhances the precision and safety of therapeutic gastrointestinal procedures. By integrating electrosurgery, argon plasma coagulation (APC), and waterjet-assisted technology, it enables gastroenterologists to perform complex minimally invasive treatments with greater accuracy and control.   For patients, this can mean safer procedures, greater procedural precision, and the potential for reduced tissue trauma and faster recovery, where clinically appropriate. Supporting the management of conditions such as gastrointestinal bleeding and complex polyps, the workstation reflects Apollo Hospitals' commitment to delivering advanced, patient-centred care through innovation and clinical excellence.   At Apollo Hospitals, adopting innovative medical technologies goes beyond equipment installation. Through structured clinician training and ongoing clinical support, the organization continues to empower healthcare professionals with the tools and expertise needed to deliver compassionate, world-class care and achieve the best possible outcomes for every patient.  

Apollo AyurVAID Hospitals has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first organisation in the Ayurveda and AYUSH sector to receive the prestigious IMC Ramkrishna Bajaj National Quality Award (RBNQA) 2025 for Performance Excellence in Healthcare. The recognition underscores the institution’s longstanding commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care through evidence-based Ayurveda and continuous organisational improvement.    The award follows a rigorous assessment process inspired by the globally respected Malcolm Baldrige Framework for Performance Excellence, which evaluates leadership, strategy, operational effectiveness, and patient outcomes. Over the past 21 years, Apollo AyurVAID has developed a healthcare delivery model centred on quality, standardisation, and measurable clinical outcomes.   Key pillars of this model include patient-centric whole-person care, precision Ayurveda focused on addressing root causes of disease, standardised clinical protocols, and data-driven performance measurement. These practices have enabled the organisation to foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement while maintaining a strong focus on patient well-being.   Reflecting on the achievement, Apollo AyurVAID Founder and CEO Rajiv Vasudevan highlighted the valuable insights gained through the assessment journey and the organisation’s ongoing pursuit of excellence. The award not only recognises operational and clinical quality but also reinforces the growing importance of robust healthcare systems that prioritise safety, effectiveness, and patient outcomes.   This landmark recognition represents a significant step forward for quality-driven Ayurveda healthcare and sets a new benchmark for excellence across the broader healthcare ecosystem. 

Advances in cardiac electrophysiology are transforming the treatment of heart rhythm disorders through safer, minimally invasive pacing technologies. Reflecting this progress, Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai has achieved a significant milestone in the adoption of next-generation leadless (wireless) pacemakers, reinforcing its commitment to advancing evidence-based cardiac care for the people in the region.    As the prevalence of symptomatic bradycardia continues to rise, more patients require permanent pacing to restore a normal heart rhythm. Unlike conventional pacemakers, leadless devices are implanted directly into the heart through a catheter inserted via a small puncture near the groin. Around 93% smaller than traditional systems, they eliminate surgical pockets and pacing leads, reducing the risk of lead-related complications, venous obstruction, and pocket infections. Modern leadless pacemakers are also MRI-compatible, offer a battery life of 12–18 years, and typically allow patients to return home within a day of the procedure.   Dr. Sanjeevkumar Kalkekar, Senior Consultant – Interventional Cardiology at Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai, National Proctor for Leadless Pacemaker Technology in India, and a specialist who has performed more than 110 leadless pacemaker implantations across the country, highlighted that while pacemakers have been saving lives for more than five decades, leadless technology has transformed how pacing therapy is delivered. By eliminating conventional leads and surgical pockets, these devices provide the same life-saving benefits while lowering the risk of infection and device-related complications, enabling faster recovery and greater comfort for appropriately selected patients.

Cancer remains a major public health challenge in India, with many cases diagnosed at advanced stages, limiting treatment options and reducing survival outcomes. To strengthen early detection, Apollo Cancer Centres (ACCs) has partnered with Zydus Lifesciences under a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to introduce Shield, a blood-based multi-cancer detection (MCD) test in India.  Designed for individuals aged 45 years and above, this minimally invasive test analyses cancer-associated signals from a single blood sample to help detect multiple cancers, including gastric, esophageal, liver, colorectal, ovarian, lung, pancreatic, bladder, breast, and prostate cancers. Complementing existing screening programmes, it supports earlier clinical evaluation and timely diagnosis. The test has received Breakthrough Device Designation from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), recognising its potential to advance cancer screening technologies. The collaboration underscores Apollo Cancer Centres' commitment to expanding access to innovative, evidence-based diagnostics and strengthening cancer care across India.   Commenting on the collaboration, Dr. Prathap C. Reddy, Founder-Chairman, Apollo Hospitals Group, said the initiative reinforces Apollo's commitment to making innovative, evidence-based cancer diagnostics more accessible and improving outcomes through earlier detection. Mr. Sharvil Patel, Managing Director, Zydus Lifesciences Ltd, said the collaboration will expand access to innovative screening technology while promoting timely screening and preventive healthcare. Mr. Simranjit Singh, Chief Executive Officer, AMEA, Guardant Health, added that Shield has the potential to improve cancer outcomes by identifying cancer-associated signals through a single blood draw.   While Shield complements rather than replaces established screening methods, it represents an important advancement in precision oncology. By integrating innovative diagnostics with comprehensive cancer care, Apollo Cancer Centres continues to support earlier diagnosis and improved patient outcomes.

 A new Apollo Dialysis Clinic has been inaugurated at ETCM Hospital, Kolar, Karnataka, bringing advanced dialysis services closer to patients in the region. The Apollo Dialysis Clinic was inaugurated in the presence of hospital officials and dignitaries.   Speaking at the event, the team from Apollo Dialysis Clinics highlighted that the new centre is equipped with six advanced dialysis machines and has been established to provide high-quality, affordable dialysis services to patients suffering from kidney diseases in and around Kolar. The centre aims to improve access to specialised renal care, reducing the need for patients to travel to larger cities for regular dialysis treatment.  Hospital representatives stated that the partnership between Apollo Dialysis Clinics and ETCM Hospital will strengthen kidney care services in the district by combining Apollo's clinical expertise with the hospital's local healthcare network.  

A 22-year-old medical student with suspected leptospirosis developed severe lung damage that made it difficult for him to breathe. Despite being placed on a ventilator, his condition continued to worsen as his lungs were unable to provide enough oxygen to his body. As his oxygen levels continued to decline, conventional treatment was no longer sufficient, requiring urgent advanced life support.   Apollo Adlux Hospital's specialised Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) Retrieval Team swiftly travelled to the referring hospital, initiated ECMO support on-site, stabilised the patient, and safely transported him across Central Kerala for advanced critical care. The transfer was facilitated via the green corridor created by the Kerala Police Association, ensuring rapid access to definitive treatment.   At Apollo Adlux Hospital, the patient received weeks of comprehensive multidisciplinary care, including ongoing ECMO support, intensive monitoring, and specialised critical care management. As his lungs gradually recovered, ECMO and ventilator support were successfully withdrawn. He was subsequently discharged home in good health, marking a remarkable recovery from a life-threatening illness.   This case underscores the vital role of early ECMO intervention and specialised retrieval services in managing patients with severe reversible respiratory failure. By providing temporary cardiopulmonary support while allowing the lungs to recover, ECMO can offer a critical window for healing when conventional therapies are insufficient. Apollo Adlux Hospital continues to strengthen access to advanced critical care through expert teams, coordinated emergency response, and evidence-based clinical excellence, delivering timely, patient-centred care when every moment matters.

Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai successfully managed one of its most complex polytrauma cases, saving the life and limb of a 37-year-old Merchant Navy officer who sustained catastrophic injuries in a high-speed road traffic accident. The patient suffered more than 15 fractures, severe blood loss, a crushed right forearm, and a traumatic rupture of the aorta the body's main blood vessel requiring immediate life-saving intervention.  After being referred to Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai in critical condition, the hospital's emergency trauma team, led by Dr. Nitin Jagasia, activated its rapid response protocol. Advanced imaging, including a CT Aortogram, confirmed the extent of the injuries, and within 45 minutes of arriving at the Emergency Department, the patient was shifted to the operating theatre. More than 50 doctors, nurses, and caregivers from trauma, orthopaedics, plastic and reconstructive surgery, cardiovascular sciences, emergency medicine, critical care, radiology, anaesthesia, and rehabilitation worked in close coordination to stabilise fractures, salvage the crushed forearm, and perform emergency endovascular repair of the ruptured aorta. During his intensive care stay, the patient also developed kidney-related complications, which were successfully managed.  Over the following weeks, the patient underwent fracture fixation procedures, vacuum-assisted wound therapy (VAC), and reconstructive surgery while receiving intensive care, physiotherapy, nutritional support, and comprehensive rehabilitation. Reflecting on the case, Dr. Sameer Chaudhari, Consultant – Trauma, Orthopaedic & Joint Replacement Surgeon, Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai, said, "This was one of the most challenging polytrauma cases we have managed. Timely intervention and close coordination between multiple specialties played a crucial role in saving both his life and limb." Speaking from his hospital room, the patient, Mr. Ali Raza Khalafay, said that his certified helmet and protective riding gear helped prevent serious head injuries. Having ridden motorcycles since 2011, he noted that this was his first accident and urged every rider to never compromise on wearing proper safety gear. Dr. Kiran Shingote, COO & Unit Head, Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai, noted that the case demonstrates how coordinated multidisciplinary care, advanced infrastructure, and round-the-clock expertise can transform a near-fatal injury into a remarkable recovery. 

Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai has strengthened its commitment to community health by inaugurating a dedicated ambulance service in collaboration with Seawoods Grand Central Condominium (Tower 2). The service is designed to provide prompt emergency medical assistance to residents, employees, visitors, and the surrounding community, reinforcing the importance of timely access to quality emergency care.    Medical emergencies such as heart attacks, strokes, severe trauma, and respiratory distress require rapid intervention, with early treatment often playing a critical role in improving patient outcomes. By bringing emergency medical services closer to the community, the ambulance service aims to reduce response times and facilitate faster access to advanced medical care during the critical "golden hour".  Equipped to provide immediate pre-hospital support, the dedicated ambulance enables the safe and timely transport of patients to Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai for definitive treatment. It complements the hospital's broader emergency care network, which delivers protocol-driven care through trained emergency teams and advanced medical infrastructure.   This collaboration reflects Apollo Hospitals' continued commitment to building healthier and safer communities through partnerships that extend healthcare beyond hospital walls. By strengthening emergency preparedness at the community level, Apollo Hospitals is improving access to timely medical intervention, supporting better patient outcomes, and reinforcing the value of coordinated, patient-centred emergency care.  

Apollo Hospital, Narendrapur, Kolkata, has achieved a significant milestone in advanced gastrointestinal endoscopy with the successful completion of its first Per Oral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM) procedure for the treatment of achalasia cardia. This milestone marks an important step in expanding access to advanced, minimally invasive, endoscopic therapies in this region.    Achalasia cardia is a rare disorder of the food pipe, or esophagus, in which the muscle at the lower end of the esophagus does not relax properly. This makes it difficult for food and liquids to pass into the stomach. Patients may experience difficulty swallowing, regurgitation of food, chest discomfort, cough after meals, and unexplained weight loss. If left untreated, the condition can significantly affect nutrition and quality of life. POEM is a minimally invasive endoscopic procedure performed through the mouth to relieve the tight muscle at the lower end of the esophagus. Since the procedure is done using an endoscope, it does not require external surgical incisions. For appropriately selected patients, POEM can offer effective and long-lasting relief from swallowing difficulty and related symptoms. Reflecting on the milestone, Dr. Hitendra K. Garg from Apollo Hospitals said, "This marks another step forward in bringing cutting-edge, minimally invasive treatment to patients with esophageal motility disorders." The introduction of POEM at Apollo Hospital, Narendrapur strengthens access to specialised care for patients with esophageal motility disorders, reducing the need for patients from the region to travel longer distances for advanced endoscopic treatment. 

Advances in orthopedic surgery are transforming the way patients recover from debilitating hip and knee conditions, with minimally invasive techniques and robotic-assisted procedures improving surgical precision and supporting faster postoperative recovery. Reflecting this progress, Dr. Deepak Gautam, Consultant Orthopedics & Robotic Joint Replacement Surgeon at Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai, has been honoured with the "Inspiring Orthopedic Surgeon" award at the 9th Times Now Doctor's Day Conclave 2026 in New Delhi.   Dr. Gautam has been at the forefront of adopting advanced joint replacement techniques, including the Direct Anterior Approach (DAA) for Total Hip Replacement. This muscle-sparing surgical approach, when appropriate for carefully selected patients, may support earlier mobilisation, reduced postoperative pain, and faster functional recovery while promoting patient safety and favourable long-term outcomes. His expertise also spans robotic-assisted hip and knee replacement, reflecting the growing role of technology in delivering more personalised orthopedic care.   The recognition highlights not only Dr. Gautam's clinical excellence but also the importance of continuous innovation and evidence-based practice in advancing musculoskeletal care. It celebrates healthcare professionals whose expertise, compassion, and commitment continue to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives.   As orthopedic care continues to evolve, Apollo Hospitals remains committed to advancing patient-centred treatment through clinical expertise, innovation, and multidisciplinary care that helps patients achieve better mobility, improved quality of life, and lasting outcomes.