By: Jason Chiang

Recognizing the need to enhance precision and efficiency in patient treatment, Sravan Kumar Maddela and Pavan Manthravadhi co-founded Scichip Robotics in 2022 to develop innovative artificial intelligence (AI)-driven solutions integrated with robotics.

The Hyderabad-based start-up’s flagship product is an AI-powered autonomous surgical robotic system designed to help laparoscopic and endoscopic surgeons manage surgical camera movements during procedures. It uses AI algorithms to improve the precision and effectiveness of surgical tasks, reduce procedure times, and minimize the risk of human error.

Scichip was part of the 18th cohort at the Nexus Startup Hub , a partnership between the U.S. Embassy New Delhi and the Alliance for Commercialization and Innovation Research (ACIR). Nexus connects start-ups, innovators and investors, offering access to networks, training, mentors and funding.

Excerpts from an interview with Maddela.

Why did you decide to target laparoscopic surgery?

My co-founder, Pavan, and I have extensive experience in the field of medical devices. Our research and work experience helped us gain insights into the challenges surgeons face during operations. The decision to target laparoscopic surgery was also influenced by the widespread use of this technique.

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