Partnership Overview
Stryker, a global leader in medical technologies, announced a strategic partnership with the Indian Association of Gynaecological Endoscopists (IAGE) to strengthen surgeon education and capabilities in fluorescence‑guided surgery (FGS) for gynaecology in India.
Signing Event
The agreement was signed at the Pelvic Organ Prolapse Conference 2026 held in Chennai, in the presence of 350 gynaecological surgeons and healthcare professionals representing a nationwide audience.
Programme Details
Over the next two years, the collaboration will deliver pan‑India clinical educational initiatives focused on FGS, providing participating surgeons with structured training, exposure to leading Indian and international experts, and opportunities for knowledge exchange to promote adoption of global best practices in minimally invasive gynaecological surgery.
Executive Comments
Aman Rishi, Vice President & General Manager, India, Stryker, stated that as India’s surgical landscape evolves, technology delivers greatest value when clinicians are equipped with confidence and precision, and that the partnership will expand access to structured FGS training. Dr. Sudha Tandon, President of IAGE, emphasized that continuous learning and structured training are essential to keep pace with new technologies, and that the partnership will create a strong platform for education and advance the standard of gynaecological care across India.
Strategic Significance
The release underscores the growing burden of women’s health conditions in India and the increasing adoption of minimally invasive surgery, highlighting the need for investment in surgeon capability building and standardized clinical education. The collaboration is positioned as part of a broader trend where industry‑clinical partnerships support innovation, strengthen clinical practice, and improve patient outcomes in the Indian healthcare ecosystem.