Milestone highlights the shift toward real-time, personalised neuromodulation in Parkinson’s treatmentAnnounced on the occasion of World Parkinson’s Day, underscoring the need for awareness and timely access to advanced therapiesCHENNAI, India – 11 April 2026: Apollo Hospitals, Chennai announces a major milestone in the treatment of Parkinson’s disease in India, the country’s first clinical activation of Adaptive Deep Brain Stimulation (aDBS). The procedure was carried out on 2 March 2026 by Dr. Vijayashankar Paramanandam, Dr. Arvind Sukumaran, and their team. The programme is led by clinicians with advanced international fellowship training in movement disorders neurology and functional neurosurgery.  A recent British Medical Journal study underscores the rising burden of Parkinson’s disease in India, with an estimated 2.8 million people expected to be living with the condition by 2050 (range 2.3–3.5 million), second only to China and accounting for nearly one-tenth of global cases. South Asia is projected to contribute nearly 6.8 million cases overall. Globally, the Parkinson’s population is expected to reach 25.2 million—up over 112% from 2021 levels—with India alone projected to see a 160–180% increase. Current global prevalence stands at 267 cases per one lakh people. The milestone builds on the hospital’s established Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) programme, developed through sustained experience in movement disorders and functional neurosurgery. This follows an initial period of clinical follow-up to assess the patient’s response to the treatment. Conventional DBS has transformed care for appropriately selected Parkinson’s patients by delivering continuous electrical stimulation to targeted areas of the brain. Adaptive DBS fine tunes it by introducing a more responsive approach, adjusting stimulation in real time based on the patient’s own brain signals. This approach is supported by sensing-enabled neurostimulation systems, including those developed by Medtronic, allowing therapy to better align with fluctuations in symptoms across the day. Adaptive DBS is an important advance in Parkinson’s therapy,” said Dr. Vijayashankar Paramanandam, Senior Consultant Neurologist & Movement Disorders and DBS Specialist, Apollo Hospitals, Greams Lane-Chennai. “Adaptive DBS represents the next major evolution from conventional, continuous DBS therapy. By actively monitoring the brain’s unique electrical signals, the system responds instantaneously, delivering the precise amount of stimulation exactly when it is needed. This effectively smooths out unpredictable symptoms and improves the quality of life , bringing us closer to truly personalized DBS care.” “In any new technology, what matters is patient benefit,” said Dr. Arvind Sukumaran, Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon, Apollo Hospitals, Greams Lane- Chennai. “Following activation, programming and clinical follow-up over a month, we have seen encouraging early response in terms of stability throughout the day. That is a meaningful outcome in Parkinson’s, where fluctuation is often the most challenging aspect to manage.” The patient, a 62-year-old male, also reported meaningful improvement. “I feel more stable through the day, and that makes a real difference to daily life,” he said. Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological condition that affects movement, independence, and quality of life. Patients who have lived with the disease for several years, require multiple medications, and experience significant “off” periods or dyskinesias may benefit from timely referral for advanced therapies such as DBS.  Observed every year on April 11, World Parkinson’s Day highlights the need for greater awareness, early diagnosis, and improved access to care. This development reflects the growing role of advanced, physiology-guided therapies in addressing unmet needs in Parkinson’s management in India. For Appointments, Click Here

Apollo Hospitals Chennai has inaugurated a new Information Centre in Chattogram, Bangladesh, reinforcing its commitment to expanding access to high-quality healthcare services for international patients. The centre, located in the Jamal Khan area of the city, was inaugurated by Naveen Varigepalli, CEO of Apollo Hospitals Chennai, along with Dr. Ilankumaran Kaliamoorthy, Regional CEO – Chennai Region, Apollo Hospitals. Mr. MS Guru Prasad, Associate Vice President – International Sales & Marketing, Apollo Hospitals Group, was also present at the ceremony.   The facility is designed to serve as a dedicated patient support hub, helping individuals in Bangladesh connect with Apollo’s specialists and advanced medical services in India. Through the centre, patients can access assistance with doctor appointments, second opinions, treatment planning, and visa facilitation — ensuring a seamless pathway to specialised care.   Beyond patient services, the centre will also collaborate with local physicians and medical value travel professionals to coordinate care and provide reliable clinical guidance. This integrated approach aims to support patients from the early stages of medical consultation through treatment planning and follow-up.  Importantly, the initiative will promote professional knowledge-sharing through Continuing Medical Education (CME) seminars and patient awareness programmes, strengthening clinical collaboration and healthcare education in the region.  Dr. Ilankumaran thanked the people of Bangladesh for their continued trust in Apollo Hospitals and reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to strengthening this relationship while delivering compassionate, high-quality care through collaboration and clinical excellence.  Apollo Hospitals has long been a preferred destination for international patients seeking advanced treatments across specialties such as cardiology, oncology, and neurosciences. By establishing this information centre, Apollo Hospitals continues to bridge geographical barriers; bringing trusted medical expertise closer to patients while reinforcing its commitment to accessible, patient-centred healthcare across borders. 

At the ET Now Business Conclave & Awards 2026, Dr. (Prof.) Ameet Kishore, Senior Consultant in ENT & Neurotology at Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi, was honoured with the Excellence Award for his outstanding contributions to ENT, Head & Neck surgery, and cochlear implant care. The recognition reflects his long-standing commitment to advancing hearing restoration and patient-centred clinical innovation.  With more than 25 years of experience in otorhinolaryngology, Dr. Kishore is widely regarded for his expertise in complex ear surgery, neuro-otology, pediatric ENT, and implantable hearing technologies. Trained in the United Kingdom with fellowships from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow, he has played a pivotal role in bringing advanced global standards of ENT care to India.   At Apollo Hospitals, Dr. Kishore established and leads a comprehensive cochlear and hearing implant programme, providing life-changing treatment for children and adults with severe to profound hearing loss. Over the years, the programme has supported more than 1,800 cochlear implant recipients, helping patients regain hearing ability, communication skills, and improved quality of life.   Beyond clinical practice, he has contributed extensively to academic research, medical education, and national initiatives in auditory rehabilitation. His work continues to shape the future of hearing healthcare in India, particularly in advancing multidisciplinary approaches for complex auditory disorders. This recognition underscores Apollo Hospitals’ ongoing commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, and patient-focused care, while celebrating the contributions of physicians who continue to transform lives through advanced medical science. 

Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai has launched a dedicated Pediatric Rehabilitation Unit, further strengthening its child recovery services and advancing comprehensive care for young patients. The specialised unit is designed to support children recovering from illness, injury, surgery, or developmental conditions through coordinated, multidisciplinary rehabilitation.   Pediatric rehabilitation plays a crucial role in helping children regain physical, cognitive, and functional abilities while also supporting their emotional well-being. At Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai, the programme brings together a collaborative team of pediatricians, physiotherapists, rehabilitation specialists, nurses, and allied healthcare professionals who work closely to develop personalised recovery plans tailored to each child’s needs.   The newly introduced unit combines advanced rehabilitation therapies with a child-friendly clinical environment to address neurological, orthopedic, developmental, and post-surgical rehabilitation requirements. Beyond medical recovery, the focus is on helping children rebuild confidence, independence, and essential life skills that contribute to healthy growth and long-term well-being.  Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai, a JCI and NABH-accredited tertiary care centre, is recognised for its multidisciplinary expertise and advanced pediatric services. The expansion of specialised rehabilitation care reflects the hospital’s continued commitment to delivering holistic, patient-centred treatment for children and their families. With this initiative, Apollo Hospitals further reinforces its focus on innovation in pediatric healthcare, ensuring that young patients receive comprehensive support to recover, rebuild strength, and achieve their fullest potential.  

Apollo Sage Hospitals has launched an Advanced Liver Disease & Transplant Clinic in Bhopal, further strengthening its commitment to delivering specialised healthcare in Central India. The new centre builds on the hospital’s advanced liver care services and marks a significant milestone in expanding its capabilities for solid organ transplantation in the region.  The clinic was inaugurated in the presence of Ms. Shivani Agrawal, Managing Director of Sage Group; Dr. Abhishek Yadav, Senior Director and Liver Transplantation Lead, Apollo Hospitals; and Mr. Dhananjay Kumar, CEO of Apollo Sage Hospitals, along with the transplant team and clinical specialists. Liver disease remains a growing global health challenge and is recognised as the 11th leading cause of death worldwide. Conditions such as cirrhosis, hepatitis B and C, metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), alcohol-related liver disease, and liver cancer increasingly require advanced medical management and, in some cases, transplantation. For patients with severe liver failure who meet established clinical criteria, liver transplantation may be a life-saving treatment option.  The new clinic brings together an internationally trained multidisciplinary team of hepatologists, gastroenterologists, GI onco-surgeons, transplant surgeons, and intensivists, providing comprehensive care — from early diagnosis and medical management to advanced surgical interventions such as living and deceased donor liver transplantation. Supported with modern infrastructure and advanced diagnostic technologies, the centre aims to deliver end-to-end liver care for patients in Bhopal and neighbouring regions. By enabling access to specialised expertise locally, Apollo Sage Hospitals is helping reduce the need for patients to travel to metropolitan centres for complex liver treatment while strengthening the region’s capacity for advanced clinical care. 

Apollo Hospitals Chennai’s Gastrointestinal Surgery team has reached a significant milestone in advancing minimally invasive care, with over 100 robotic GI surgeries and 50+ complex pancreas and liver procedures successfully performed.  These achievements reflect the team’s growing expertise in managing complex gastrointestinal and hepatopancreatobiliary conditions using advanced robotic-assisted techniques. Key procedures include Whipple’s surgery, right hepatectomy, right posterior sectionectomy, and Frey’s procedure — delivered with precision and consistency. The program is led by Dr. Santhosh Anand, Sr. Consultant – Surgical Gastroenterology & Robotic Surgeon, whose leadership has been instrumental in building and scaling this capability. Leveraging the da Vinci robotic surgical system, the team is able to operate with enhanced visualisation, precision, and control. This translates into smaller incisions, reduced surgical trauma, and faster recovery for patients. With a strong focus on outcomes, innovation, and patient-centric care, Apollo Hospitals Chennai continues to set new benchmarks in robotic gastrointestinal surgery.

 Apollo Hospitals Chennai has launched India’s first Robotics and Telesurgery Program with the establishment of the Apollo Institute of Robotics & Telesurgery (ART), reinforcing its leadership in technology-enabled surgical innovation. The platform integrates robotic platforms with digital connectivity to enable remote surgical guidance, training, and collaboration, helping extend specialized surgical expertise to hospitals across geographies. The program was unveiled during the 6th Apollo International Colorectal Symposium (AICRS) 2026, which brought together leading surgeons and researchers to discuss emerging innovations in minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgery. The institute aims to promote clinical excellence, skill development, and knowledge exchange through telesurgery-enabled mentoring and collaborative procedures. A key milestone highlighted during the launch was the growing adoption of robotic colorectal surgery at Apollo Hospitals Chennai. Dr Venkatesh Munikrishnan and his team have completed over 1,000 robotic colorectal procedures, including one of the largest personal series of robotic rectal cancer resections in the region. This extensive experience has helped position Apollo Hospitals Chennai as a subspecialist centre for rectal cancer treatment and a leading training hub for advanced robotic colorectal surgery, attracting surgeons and fellows from across India and internationally. The initiative also complements Apollo’s expanding robotic surgery ecosystem across specialties such as gastrointestinal surgery, oncology, urology, orthopedics, and cardiac sciences. By combining clinical expertise with advanced technology, Apollo Hospitals continues to strengthen its role in shaping the future of precision-led, digitally connected surgical care. 

 Apollo Hospitals has inaugurated its latest facility, Apollo Hospitals, Narendrapur, West Bengal, marking a major expansion of its healthcare network in the state. With 250 beds, the hospital brings together state-of-the-art infrastructure and advanced medical services to deliver comprehensive care across a wide range of specialties. The facility features seven operating theatres, a 55-bed ICU, and a modern Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) suite, enabling the hospital to manage both routine procedures and complex medical interventions. Patients also benefit from specialised departments focused on specific health needs, where experienced clinicians provide personalised, evidence-based treatment. Strategically located for improved accessibility, the hospital offers integrated services spanning emergency and critical care, medical and surgical specialties, and rehabilitative support. Advanced diagnostics, intensive care capabilities, and coordinated clinical pathways enable timely and precise treatment while prioritising patient safety and comfort. With the launch of this new unit, Apollo Hospitals further strengthens the regional healthcare ecosystem, bringing world-class clinical expertise closer to communities in South Kolkata. The Narendrapur facility reflects Apollo’s ongoing commitment to patient-first, innovation-driven, and outcomes-focused healthcare. 

 Apollo Hospitals Ahmedabad has introduced the Pearl Wing, a thoughtfully designed patient care space created to enhance the healing experience through comfort, calm, and compassionate care. Recognising that healing extends beyond medical treatment, the Pearl Wing features renewed aesthetics and patient-centric spaces that create a supportive and reassuring environment for patients and their families. The design emphasises comfort, privacy, and a calming atmosphere; elements that can meaningfully support patient well-being during recovery. The new wing reflects Apollo Hospitals’ commitment to patient-first healthcare, where advanced clinical expertise is complemented by spaces that promote reassurance and dignity. By combining thoughtful design with compassionate care, Apollo Hospitals Ahmedabad aims to ensure patients feel supported throughout their treatment and recovery journey. The Pearl Wing represents a renewed promise from Apollo Hospitals Ahmedabad to deliver care in an environment that fosters comfort, confidence, and healing. 

Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi, has achieved a major milestone in cardiac electrophysiology by successfully performing India’s first leadless pacemaker implantation through a metallic prosthetic tricuspid valve. The complex procedure was led by Dr Vanita Arora, Clinical Lead – Cardiac Electrophysiology, and her team, offering a safe and minimally invasive solution for patients with challenging cardiac conditions.  Dr Vanita Arora (centre) with the cardiac electrophysiology team after performing India’s first leadless pacemaker implantation through a metallic prosthetic tricuspid valve. The patient, a 65-year-old with a long history of cardiac illness, had previously undergone tricuspid valve replacement with a mechanical valve prosthesis. When he later developed symptomatic sinus node dysfunction and atrioventricular conduction disease, a permanent pacemaker was required to restore a stable heart rhythm. However, conventional pacemaker implantation was not feasible, as passing pacing leads through a mechanical tricuspid valve could damage the prosthesis and compromise valve function. To address this challenge, the team implanted a dual-chamber leadless pacemaker using a catheter-based approach through a vein in the leg. Unlike traditional pacemakers, leadless systems are compact, self-contained devices placed directly within the heart, eliminating the need for pacing leads and surgical pockets. This approach reduces the risk of infection, device-related complications, and interference with prosthetic valves. The procedure was carefully planned using advanced cardiac mapping and precise device positioning to restore heart rhythm while preserving the function of the prosthetic valve. The patient recovered well and was discharged in stable condition. This landmark intervention highlights the expanding role of leadless pacing technologies in managing complex cardiac rhythm disorders and reinforces Apollo Hospitals’ commitment to advancing innovation in cardiovascular care. 

Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals marked a proud moment as Dr Arun Prasad, Senior Consultant – Surgical Gastroenterology, was honoured at the UK House of Lords during the India–UK Achievers Honours 2026. Dr Prasad received the Science and Innovation Award at a parliamentary reception held at the UK Parliament, recognising his contributions to advancing minimal access gastrointestinal, bariatric, thoracic, and robotic surgery in India. The recognition celebrates individuals who have made significant contributions to science, innovation, and cross-border collaboration between India and the United Kingdom. The honour formed part of a three-day India–UK engagement programme, which also hosted the India–UK Education Conference. The event brought together over 700 leaders representing more than 350 universities, companies, and sector bodies, making it the largest international education convening in the UK focused on strengthening India–UK partnerships. With more than three decades of clinical experience, Dr Prasad has played a pioneering role in advancing minimally invasive and robotic surgical techniques, enabling greater precision, reduced surgical trauma, and faster recovery for patients. In addition to his clinical work, he has contributed extensively to surgical education and international knowledge exchange, strengthening global collaboration in modern surgical care.  Reflecting on the honour, Dr Prasad said, “To be announced as the winner in this category among global nominees is deeply humbling.” He also expressed his appreciation to the organisers, stating, “Grateful to Lord Karan Bilimoria, Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) and Deputy Lieutenant (DL), Lord Uday Nagaraju, Member of the UK House of Lords, and the National Indian Students and Alumni Union (NISAU UK) for this distinguished recognition.” The recognition highlights the growing global impact of Indian clinicians and reinforces Apollo Hospitals’ commitment to fostering clinical excellence, innovation, and internationally recognised expertise in advanced surgical care. 

 Apollo Hospitals has expanded access to essential kidney care with the launch of the Apollo Dialysis Clinic at Waltax Road, strengthening renal services for communities in and around North Chennai. The centre has been established in partnership with the Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority (CMDA), Greater Chennai Corporation, and the Health Department, reflecting a collaborative effort to improve access to life-sustaining treatment. Chronic kidney disease continues to rise in India, often associated with conditions such as diabetes and hypertension. For patients requiring long-term dialysis, convenient and reliable access to treatment plays a crucial role in maintaining health and quality of life. The Waltax Road clinic is designed to provide dialysis consultation, treatment, and rehabilitation services in a patient-friendly environment, helping individuals receive regular care closer to home. By reducing travel burdens and improving treatment continuity, the centre supports better patient adherence and outcomes. This initiative highlights Apollo Hospitals’ continued commitment to strengthening community-based healthcare infrastructure and ensuring that advanced, compassionate renal care remains accessible to the patients who need it most.