VATS / Robotic Assisted Surgery
A minimally invasive approach to chest and lung surgery using small incisions and specialized camera-guided instruments.
What is VATS / Robotic Assisted Surgery?
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) and robotic-assisted surgery are minimally invasive techniques used to perform a range of chest and lung procedures without the large incision required for traditional open surgery. Through a few small incisions, your surgeon operates using a camera and specialized long instruments, or in robotic-assisted cases, a robotic system that translates the surgeon's precise hand movements into fine, controlled instrument motion. These approaches are used for procedures ranging from lobectomies to biopsies to tumour removal, wherever your surgical team determines they can safely achieve the same result as open surgery. It is performed under general anaesthesia.
Why is this procedure performed?
- Lung tumours or nodules suitable for minimally invasive removal
- Biopsies of lung or chest tissue for diagnosis
- A preference for a less invasive surgical approach where clinically appropriate
- Conditions requiring chest surgery with a lower risk of complications from a large incision
- Cases where faster recovery and less post-operative pain are a priority
How does this procedure help?
Because VATS and robotic-assisted surgery use small incisions rather than a large open cut, patients typically experience significantly less pain, a shorter hospital stay, and a faster return to normal activities compared to traditional open surgery. Most patients are up and moving within a day of surgery, with hospital stays often limited to a few days. This approach delivers the same surgical outcomes as open techniques for suitable cases, with a meaningfully easier recovery.
How quickly can this be arranged in India?
Typical timeline in India
1–2 weeks
Compared to Canada / USA
80–90% faster
Cost savings vs. Canada / USA
80–90% less
Context
Cardiac procedures in Canada have average wait times of 6–12 months for elective surgery. In India's private hospitals, CABG and valve surgery are routinely scheduled within 1–2 weeks of clinical confirmation.
Timeline data based on publicly available data from the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) and NHS/Commonwealth Fund comparative studies. Cost estimates based on publicly available medical tourism cost comparisons, including Patients Beyond Borders. Actual costs vary by hospital and case complexity and are confirmed during your clinical assessment.
How does Medicay Global help?
We coordinate access to this procedure through our vetted hospital network in India, handling everything non-clinical along the way. Your Personal Medical Representative manages scheduling, logistics, and communication on your behalf, so you can focus on your health. Medicay Global coordinates access — all clinical decisions are made by licensed physicians.
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