In a groundbreaking initiative, Amrita Hospital has teamed up with IIT Hyderabad and Eranki Labs to pioneer the development of a state-of-the-art robotic ultrasound system for cancer treatment.

Spearheaded by Dr. Bhaskar Viswanathan from the Department of Radiation Oncology at Amrita Hospital, the project, funded by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), aims to revolutionize radiation therapy techniques for cancer patients.

The collaborative effort brings together medical expertise and engineering innovation to create a robot-assisted ultrasound system specifically designed for cancer therapies and hyperthermia. Dr. Viswanathan expressed pride in the project, stating, "We are proud to develop this robotic ultrasound system for cancer patients."

Dr. Avinash Eranki, CEO of Eranki Labs and Assistant Professor at IIT Hyderabad, emphasized the significance of precise treatment in cancer care. He underscored the importance of collaboration between medical and engineering professionals in advancing healthcare technologies. The developed technology will track tumor motion during treatment, combining hyperthermia and radiation therapy to enhance treatment outcomes while minimizing damage.

The project, with financial backing from ICMR, anticipates completing the development of the robotic ultrasound system within a span of three years. Dr. Viswanathan noted, "This partnership advances robotic ultrasound system technology in cancer care." This innovative approach signifies a promising leap forward in the integration of robotics and medical advancements, offering new possibilities for more effective and targeted cancer treatments.