The program, open to third- and fourth-year medical students, offers a unique opportunity to delve into specialized areas of research with the guidance of skilled robotic surgeons, the foundation said in a statement.
Mahendra Bhandari, CEO of Vattikuti Foundation, said, “'Vattikuti Explorers' goes beyond traditional medical education as I provide students with hands-on training, exposure to advanced surgical techniques and the opportunity to connect with leading innovators in various medical fields. "
'Explorers' will have access to world-renowned medical experts in their field who, as mentors, will continue to guide and support them throughout their early careers.
The eight selected 'Explorers' will participate in a three-day immersion program at the Orsi Academy at the Fair in Belgium (from 19-21 August).
They will also participate in the symposium 'Humans at the Cutting Edge of Robotic Surgery' in Jaipur on February 14-16, 2025, featuring presentations from global experts in robotic surgery.
The foundation said that after completion of the master's programme, the 'Explorers' will be eligible to be considered for a one-year paid fellowship in various fields such as gynaecology, urology and surgical oncology in India.
Meanwhile, entries for the Foundation's 'KS International Innovation Awards' are open till July 15.
The competition includes 'Robotic Procedure Innovation' in various surgical areas and technological innovations in AI, Imaging, Robotic Systems Telesurgery, VR and others.
Mahendra Bhandari, CEO of Vattikuti Foundation, said, “'Vattikuti Explorers' goes beyond traditional medical education as I provide students with hands-on training, exposure to advanced surgical techniques and the opportunity to connect with leading innovators in various medical fields. "
'Explorers' will have access to world-renowned medical experts in their field who, as mentors, will continue to guide and support them throughout their early careers.
The eight selected 'Explorers' will participate in a three-day immersion program at the Orsi Academy at the Fair in Belgium (from 19-21 August).
They will also participate in the symposium 'Humans at the Cutting Edge of Robotic Surgery' in Jaipur on February 14-16, 2025, featuring presentations from global experts in robotic surgery.
The foundation said that after completion of the master's programme, the 'Explorers' will be eligible to be considered for a one-year paid fellowship in various fields such as gynaecology, urology and surgical oncology in India.
Meanwhile, entries for the Foundation's 'KS International Innovation Awards' are open till July 15.
The competition includes 'Robotic Procedure Innovation' in various surgical areas and technological innovations in AI, Imaging, Robotic Systems Telesurgery, VR and others.
