MedTech today is not confined to a single discipline, the panel said. Also emphasising that students must cultivate complementary skills, collaborate across domains, and stay curious to keep pace with the sector |Image used for representational purpose only
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India’s med tech sector is undergoing rapid transformation driven by advances in robotics, biomaterials, AI-based diagnostics, personalised implants, and next-generation imaging, said experts at a webinar titled ‘Future of MedTech: Trends & Opportunities for MedTech Engineers’.
The session was hosted by Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Vellore, in collaboration with The Hindu Education Plus, as part of the ongoing Career Path Series, which aims to introduce students to fast-evolving career landscapes across science, technology, and healthcare.
Opening the discussion, Geetha Manivasagam, Dean, School of Health Sciences and Clinical Engineering (SHINE), VIT, said that medical technology today is “a broad interdisciplinary ecosystem” drawing talent from engineering, biotechnology, life sciences, medicine, computer science, and design. She noted that innovations in biomaterials, implant development, and translational research are expanding opportunities for students interested in both academia and industry.
Highlighting the growing convergence of clinical practice and technology, Joseph John Vettukattil, Professor of Practice at VIT and Research Professor at Michigan Tech University, said the future of healthcare will depend on professionals capable of bridging clinical needs and technological innovation. “AI literacy, imaging analytics, computational modelling, and simulation-based tools are becoming indispensable,” he said.
Ketan Jajal, Founder & CEO of Jajal Medical Services and 3D Surgical, pointed out that personalised surgical solutions powered by 3D printing are reshaping global healthcare pathways. He emphasised the need for multidisciplinary collaboration across design, clinical communication, advanced manufacturing, and regulatory systems.
Chandresh Palanichamy, Research Scholar in Biomedical Engineering, VIT, spoke about advances in brain–computer interfaces, VR-supported therapies, and AI-enabled assistive systems. He said these developments are opening new prospects for students interested in neuroscience, immersive technologies, psychology, robotics, and human–machine interaction.
The session concluded with an interactive question-and-answer segment.
Watch the full webinar here : https://newsth.live/THVITMY
Published – November 30, 2025 05:30 am IST
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