*Hyderabad, November 11, 2026*: *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.

At KIMS Arete Hospital, endoscopic spine surgery has evolved beyond routine disc procedures to include complex conditions such as spinal canal stenosis, selected fixation procedures and spinal tumours, /along with specialised procedures involving the cervical and thoracic spine.

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.

Commenting on the CoE, *Dr. B. Bhaskar Rao B, 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. The RIWOspine recognition is an important milestone that reinforces our focus on maintaining high clinical standards, embracing innovation, and delivering specialised spine care aligned with international best practices.”

“Full-endoscopic spine surgery requires not only advanced technology, but also appropriate training, experience and a structured approach to patient care. We are pleased to formally extend RIWOspine’s Centre of Excellence recognition to the new unit and look forward to supporting its continued development in full-endoscopic spine surgery,” concluded *Mr. Dirk Goethel, COO, and Ms. Lena Goethel, Director – International Sales, RIWOspine, Germany*.

The Centre of Excellence will focus on two key areas: expanding access to advanced endoscopic spine procedures for appropriately selected patients and providing a platform for knowledge-sharing and specialised training for spine surgeons.

The recognition further strengthens KIMS Arete Hospital's commitment to specialised spine care by bringing together advanced endoscopic technology, established clinical expertise and structured professional training in Hyderabad. Asian Spine Hospital was established six years ago by Dr. Sukumar Sura. The hospital recently merged with KIMS - ARETE Hospitals.

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