A Historic Milestone for Pune

Pune Cardiac Centre is proud to mark a defining moment in the city’s cardiac care history. Dr. Smruti Hindaria has successfully performed Pune’s first robotic-assisted cardiac bypass surgery, introducing a new standard of precision, safety, and recovery for patients with coronary artery disease.

This achievement carries an additional distinction: Dr. Hindaria is now recognised as the first woman cardiac surgeon in India to perform a robotic-assisted cardiac bypass surgery — a landmark for both the city of Pune and for women in cardiac surgery nationally.

What Makes Robotic-Assisted Cardiac Bypass Different

Robotic-assisted cardiac bypass surgery allows surgeons to operate through small incisions with enhanced 3D visualization and greater surgical precision, compared to traditional open-heart bypass surgery. For patients, this can mean:

• Smaller incisions and less trauma to the chest
• Reduced blood loss during surgery
• Shorter hospital stays
• Faster return to daily activities

A Team Achievement

Dr. Hindaria has been clear that this milestone extends beyond one surgeon: it reflects the trust of every patient who chose Pune Cardiac Centre for their care, and the dedication of the entire cardiac sciences team who made the procedure possible.

“This achievement belongs to every patient who trusted us and to my incredible cardiac sciences team. Together, we are shaping the future of cardiac care.” — Dr. Smruti Hindaria

Looking Ahead

This milestone reinforces Pune Cardiac Centre’s commitment to bringing advanced, minimally invasive cardiac technology to patients in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad, without requiring them to travel to larger metro hospitals for cutting-edge care.

Considering heart surgery or want to know if robotic-assisted bypass is right for you? Book a consultation with Dr. Smruti Hindaria →