Bizz Buzz Bureau Hyderabad

KIMS Arete Hospital, Hyderabad, has achieved a significant milestone in advanced spine care, with its Spine Institute being recognised as a Centre of Excellence for Full Endoscopic Advanced Spine Surgery by RIWOspine, Germany.

The recognition, the first of its kind in India, acknowledges over 13 years of clinical experience and pioneering work in endoscopic spine surgery under the leadership of Dr Sukumar Sura.

The Centre of Excellence was formally inaugurated in the presence of representatives from RIWOspine, Germany, which has over three decades of experience in endoscopic spine surgery technology, training and education.

Full-endoscopic techniques enable surgeons to treat selected spinal conditions through small incisions, potentially reducing muscle disruption, blood loss and recovery time. Depending on the procedure and the patient's condition, some patients may be able to mobilise within hours and return home within 24 hours.

Dr B Bhaskar Rao, Chairman & Managing Director, KIMS Group of Hospitals said, “Healthcare is moving towards increasingly specialised, procedure-specific care, where outcomes depend on the depth of expertise as much as the technology available. Our focus is on creating an environment where advanced surgical techniques can be adopted responsibly, supported by clinical experience, appropriate training and a strong commitment to patient outcomes.”

“Endoscopic spine surgery has evolved significantly, and the focus today is not simply on making an incision smaller, but on selecting the right patient, the right indication and the right technique. The recognition by RIWOspine is an important milestone for the institute and reflects our commitment to advancing the practice of full endoscopic spine surgery,” added Dr Sukumar Sura, Senior Consultant – Neurosurgeon, Clinical Director & HOD – Spine Surgery and National Lead – Endoscopic Spine Surgery, KIMS Arete Hospital.

Adding further, Dr Nikhil Mathur, Group Medical Director, KIMS Hospitals, “At KIMS Hospitals, our focus has always been on clinical excellence through evidence-based medicine, continuous advancement in clinical practice, and the adoption of technologies that enhance patient outcomes.