Are you using robotic surgery in a way that improves outcomes, introduces a novel technique, or leads to better patient care? Now is your chance to share your innovation with the global surgical community through the KS International Innovation Awards 2025, presented by the Vattikuti Foundation.
Why Compete?
Vattikuti Foundation hosts and connects the best of the best of robotic surgeons optimizing new technologies.
Global Recognition
All applicants will be considered to present before a global multi-discipline surgical audience at the VF Innovation in Medicine Summit to be held at JW Marriott Marquis Miami, USA April 10-11, 2026.
Cash Prizes
$50,000 in cash prizes being awarded. Finalists will be honored at the KS Innovation Awards Ceremony in Miami, USA, on April 11, 2026—an evening dedicated to celebrating creativity, excellence, and the future of robotic surgery.
Winners of each track will receive cash awards, with additional recognition through the People’s Choice Award.
Expand Your Network
Engage with an international community who have proven brilliance in robotic surgery, integrated latest technologies, mentored promising up & comers and trained from the best.
Qualifications
Surgeons, researchers, and medical innovators to submit a 5–8 minute video that showcases their contributions to the field of robotic surgery. Submissions demonstrate
Clinical outcomes from a series of robotic procedures
A novel surgical technique or approach
An idea that improves patient safety, training and outcomes
Whether you’re solving real-world surgical problems or pushing the boundaries of innovation, your work deserves to be seen.
