Celebrating Innovation in Medicine
The 2026 KS International Innovation Awards are now open for entries.
Showcase your finest work and gain the recognition you deserve.
KS International Innovation Awards
Rewarding excellence in robotic surgery, emerging technologies, and innovations in medicine.
About the Awards
The Vattikuti Foundation recognizes those whose innovations use robotics and emerging technologies to perform complex procedures, improve patient outcomes, and demonstrate the potential to become future standards of care.
Recognition
Selected innovations receive:
- Cash awards
- International recognition
- Presentation opportunities at the Vattikuti Innovation in Medicine Summit
- Global visibility among surgeons, researchers, technology leaders, and industry
Finalists Present at the Summit
Vattikuti Innovation in Medicine Summit
20–21 February 2027
Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach
Visakhapatnam (Vizag), India
Selected entries showcase
- KS International Innovation Awards – Procedure Track
- KS International Innovation Awards – New Technologies Track
- Neuro Innovation Track
- Vattikuti Innovators Challenge
- AI Academy Challenge
Ready to Make Your Mark?
The submission process is simple and straightforward.
The Vattikuti Foundation
The Vattikuti Foundation was created by Raj and Padma Vattikuti. Their philanthropy began in Detroit with high-impact initiatives in breast and prostate cancer, extended to India with access and training on surgical robots, and now their work spans the world with programs in Artificial Intelligence and neuromodulation.
Our Valued Sponsors
Our awards are made possible by the generous support of our industry partners.
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