Surgical Robotics TechnologySurgical Robotics Technology is proud to announce the winners of the Surgical Robotics Industry Awards 2026, recognising the exceptional contribution of individuals, organisations and technologies in the industry.
Each year, winners are selected through voting by the global surgical robotics community. With more than 50,000 votes cast since the awards were launched, they represent the industry’s most significant and respected form of peer recognition.
Category: Industry Leadership
Winner: Steve Bell – Expert in MedTech & Surgical Robotics
Steve Bell brings over 30 years of experience in MedTech, including more than a decade leading multiple startup divisions at Johnson & Johnson. He also spent 20 years building and scaling MedTech startups globally. Throughout his career, Steve has raised over $1.5 billion in capital and played a key role in growing Europe’s largest medical device unicorn. Today, he is regarded as a key voice within the surgical robotics industry and provides advisory support to several leading surgical robotics companies.
“I am thrilled for this recognition within the surgical robotics industry. For me one of the most important things is that you, my peers, vote on this. It gives me even more encouragement to keep producing content for the community. Many thanks to Surgical Robotics Technology for keeping these awards alive and real.”
Steve Bell, Expert in MedTech & Surgical Robotics
Category: Innovative Start-up
Winner: Microbot Medical
Microbot Medical Inc. (NASDAQ: MBOT) is a commercial stage medical device company focused on transforming endovascular procedures through advanced robotic technology. Microbot’s LIBERTY® Endovascular Robotic System is the world’s first FDA cleared single-use, remotely operated robotic solution designed for precision, efficiency, and safety. Backed by a strong intellectual property portfolio and a commitment to innovation, Microbot is driving the future of endovascular care.
“On behalf of our entire company, I am honored that we have been recognized with the Innovative Start-up Award for the 2026 Surgical Robotic Awards. This award is more than a milestone; it is a powerful affirmation of our mission to redefine endovascular robotics by establishing a new category of surgical robotics, and to expand what is possible for all stakeholders, starting with clinicians and their patients.
From day one, we set out to challenge conventional thinking, build practical and accessible technology, and bring meaningful innovation to the front lines of healthcare. I am deeply grateful to our employees, clinical partners, shareholders, and supporters whose commitment and belief in our journey have made this achievement possible. As we look ahead, we will continue to lead with purpose, execute with discipline, and deliver solutions that will help shape the future of healthcare.”
Harel Gadot, CEO, President, and Chairman of the Board of Directors at Microbot Medical Inc.
Category: Outstanding Company
Winner: SS Innovations International
SS Innovations International is advancing global access to robotic surgery through the SSi Mantra Surgical Robotic System, an indigenously developed platform designed to make robotic-assisted procedures more affordable and accessible. Recent milestones include surpassing 10,500 procedures performed with SSi Mantra globally, securing additional regulatory approvals in Colombia, Oman, Sri Lanka, and Kenya, and progressing its mobile telesurgery platform, SSI MantraM, for remote training, demonstrations, and surgical connectivity.
“It really gives us a tremendous pride and pleasure that we were chosen to be the winner.
And a lot of this credit actually goes to our wonderful team of engineers, our support staff, and also the end users who have trusted us with this technology that is very advanced.
So once again, I want to thank the people who voted for us for this award.”
Sudhir Srivastava, MD, Founder, Chairman and CEO of SS Innovations International
Category: Groundbreaking Technology
Winner: The Sentante Robotic System – Sentante
Sentante is a teleoperated endovascular robotic platform designed to enable remote vascular interventions using standard, off-the-shelf guidewires and catheters. It provides haptic force feedback and real-time robotic control to support precision during minimally invasive endovascular procedures, with its initial commercial version CE-marked for peripheral interventions. Additionally, Sentante’s next-generation system specifically designed for ischemic stroke treatment has received FDA Breakthrough Device Designation and has been accepted into the FDA Total Product Life Cycle (TAP) Advisory Program, supporting its continued clinical development and regulatory progression.
“Winning the Groundbreaking Technology award is a huge honor for the entire Sentante team. It fuels our passion to keep pushing the limits of endovascular robotics, keeping physicians safe, and ultimately delivering better care to patients.”
Edvardas Satkauskas, CEO of Sentante
Category: Software Innovation
Winner: Maestro Insights – Moon Surgical
Maestro Insights by Moon Surgical is a digital platform focused on improving visibility and efficiency within the operating room. The system captures and organises procedural and operational data to provide insights into surgical workflow, coordination, and resource utilisation. By helping healthcare teams better understand operating room activity and performance, Maestro Insights supports more connected, data-driven surgical environments.
“Data-driven decision-making is critical in the operating room. The Maestro Insights Platform gives surgeons, staff, and schedulers a new level of visibility into OR operations, empowering them to anticipate and adapt to the day’s flow. Recognition for the Insights Platform is a testament to the dedicated teams and surgical partners who helped bring a scalable surgical experience to life.”
Anne Osdoit, CEO, Moon Surgical
Category: Outstanding Healthcare Provider
Winner: Cohen Orthopedic
At Cohen Orthopedic, patient-first care drives everything we do. Led by orthopedic surgeon Dr. Brian Cohen, the practice serves Chillicothe, Grove City, and Columbus with same-day/next-day access, advanced technology, and personalized treatment. Dr. Cohen has performed more than 3,000 MAKO robotic-assisted hip, knee, and revision joint replacements using Stryker’s MAKO SmartRobotics™ platform. Beyond robotics, he is developing a next-generation ambulatory surgery center focused on advanced infection prevention, surgical innovation, and maximizing patient and staff safety while improving recovery and outcomes.
“It is my honor and a privilege to be named again as Surgical Robotics Industry Outstanding Healthcare Provider for 2026. This recognition is deeply meaningful because it reflects the collective efforts of an extraordinary team dedicated to one purpose: delivering the safest, highest-quality care possible for every patient we serve.
While we are honored to be recognized by the global Surgical Robotics Community, we view this award not as a culmination, but as a milestone along a much larger journey.
This award reinforces our belief that the future of healthcare belongs to organizations willing to challenge convention, embrace innovation, and relentlessly pursue better outcomes for patients.
We are grateful to our patients, our team members, our physician partners, and the Surgical Robotics Community for this recognition. The best chapters of our story are still being written, and we remain committed to advancing the future of healthcare with one guiding principle:
Patients First.”
Dr. Brian Cohen, Lead Surgeon, Cohen Orthopedic
“Every year the Surgical Robotic Technology Awards demonstrates exactly how the industry continues to push the boundaries of what modern medicine can achieve. Winners are using technology to impact everything from improving patient outcomes to redefining clinical workflows. As an ongoing partner to these awards, QNX is honoured to recognise and support the innovators who are making surgery safer, smarter, and more precise for patients around the world.”
Carsten Hurasky, Chief Marketing Officer, QNX
“Congratulations to all of this year’s winners and finalists. Their achievements reflect the pace of innovation across the surgical robotics sector. We’d also like to thank our partner, QNX, and everyone who participated in the voting process. The level of talent, innovation and commitment across the industry continues to impress.”
Josef de Pfeiffer, Founder of Surgical Robotics Technology
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