Houston Med AI, a Houston-based healthcare technology company, announced today that it has closed a $20 million Series A funding round to accelerate deployment of its artificial intelligence-powered surgical robotics copilot across Texas Medical Center institutions. The funding will enable Houston Med AI to expand its FDA-cleared platform to 50 hospitals within the Texas Medical Center by 2027, significantly advancing the company's mission to enhance surgical precision and reduce operative complications through real-time AI assistance. The surgical robotics AI copilot provides surgeons with intelligent real-time guidance during procedures, offering continuous analysis of anatomical structures, tissue characteristics and surgical technique optimization. The system integrates seamlessly with existing robotic surgical platforms, requiring no hardware modifications while delivering enhanced situational awareness to operating room teams. "This Series A investment validates our vision of transforming surgical care through intelligent AI assistance," said Dr. Marcus Chen, CEO and co-founder of Houston Med AI. "With this capital, we're positioned to establish Houston Med AI as the standard of care across Texas Medical Center, one of the world's largest medical complexes. Our technology doesn't replace surgeons—it amplifies their expertise and judgment when it matters most." The funding round was led by prominent healthcare-focused venture capital firms and included participation from strategic healthcare investors with extensive experience in surgical innovation. Houston Med AI has completed successful pilot deployments at three Texas Medical Center hospitals, demonstrating measurable improvements in surgical outcomes and workflow efficiency. **About Houston Med AI** Houston Med AI develops FDA-cleared artificial intelligence solutions for surgical robotics. The company's copilot platform provides real-time intelligent assistance to surgeons, enhancing precision and safety in the operating room. Founded in 2021 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, Houston Med AI partners with leading academic medical centers to advance surgical care through responsible AI innovation.