On Thursday, King George’s Medical University (KGMU) in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, inaugurated a series of advanced healthcare facilities, including a robotic joint replacement system and a second AI-enabled MRI unit. This makes KGMU the first government medical institution in the state to offer robotic joint replacement, enhancing precision in orthopaedic care. Vice-chancellor Soniya Nityanand highlighted the initiative as a step towards transforming KGMU into a technology-driven, patient-centric institution, with plans to integrate artificial intelligence and robotics across various departments. The newly commissioned 3 Tesla MRI machine is expected to significantly improve diagnostic capabilities, aiding both patient care and academic research. Additionally, a rehabilitation center for children with cerebral palsy was opened to support their recovery and improve their quality of life. However, KGMU is currently facing a shortage of resident doctors, particularly at its Trauma Centre, which handles around 500 patients daily. A recruitment process is being initiated to fill over 400 vacant positions, as the shortage has been exacerbated by the recent exit of junior residents.