The 5th Annual Symposium of Neurocritical Care Society of India (NCRI) will be held in Chennai from 30th August to 1st September. This consultation is being conducted by Kaveri Hospital, Chennai Radial Road, in association with NCRI.
NCRI’s main objective is to promote evidence-based treatment of neurological diseases. NCRI continues to strive to advance the field of neurology, improve the health of patients and provide them with multidisciplinary care. NCRI strives to provide best clinical practice by reviewing current scientific advances in the field of neurology in consultation with other clinical disciplines. NRCI focuses on education, research, patient safety, multidisciplinary care, innovative and multi-disciplinary clinicians, etc.
Dr. Ponnaiah Vanamurthy, President, Neurocritical Care Society of India, highlighted the clinical merits of modern advances in the treatment of stroke, head injury and other serious neurological diseases.
Dr. MJ University Chancellor Dr. Narayanasamy inaugurated the 5th Annual Symposium of Neurocritical Care Society of India. Dr. K. Sridhar, Secretary, Neurocritical Care Society of India, who was the special guest, shared his joy about joining the Neurocritical Care Society of America for the first time.
15 international neurologists from different countries are participating in this seminar. In this, a pre-consortium workshop on Advanced Monitoring in Neurotherapy has been organized. 400 eminent doctors and neurotherapists from all over the world are participating in the first ever Neurocritical Care Society of India Symposium in Chennai. The seminar is organized around the theme “Emerging Trends, Expanding Opportunities, Changing Perspectives”.
The initiative is in collaboration with Rotary Club of Madras North and Bay Forge
Chennai, 17th August, 2024: Kauvery Hospital Alwarpet, a leading healthcare institution, launched the Mobile Wellness Clinic, a major initiative under CSR Project of Kauvery Hospital, Rotary Club of Madras North and Bay Forge. This ambitious project aims to bridge healthcare accessibility gaps in Chennai and its surrounding districts by offering free medical screenings and consultations to the underprivileged.
The inauguration ceremony was graced by Thiru Ma. Subramanian, Honorable Minister for Health & Family Welfare, Government of Tamil Nadu, and Thiru Dha. Velu, MLA for Mylapore Constituency.
The mobile unit is expected to benefit over 100,000 individuals by providing timely medical interventions and raising health awareness in the community.
The Kauvery Mobile Wellness Clinic is a state-of-the-art mobile medical unit equipped with advanced diagnoses, including ECG, EchoCardiogram, X-rays, and BMD scanners. It offers a wide range of services across various specialties such as General Medicine, Diabetology, Cardiology, Dermatology, Nephrology, Pulmonology, Orthopedics, Oncology, Geriatrics, Neurology, and Diet Counseling. The clinic is designed to provide comprehensive screenings and early detection of health issues, bringing high-quality healthcare directly to the poor, particularly those in suburban areas who may otherwise have limited access to medical care.
This mobile unit is equipped with state of the art equipment capable of delivering the essential primary care and diagnostics that one would expect from a hospital. With the ability to conduct essential tests and provide expert consultations, the Kauvery Mobile Wellness Clinic ensures that individuals receive timely medical attention, which is crucial for preventing and managing chronic conditions.
“Beyond diagnostics and treatment, the Mobile Wellness Clinic will play a pivotal role in health education. The clinic will conduct community awareness sessions and free medical screening camps in schools, colleges, and local underprivileged communities, focusing on preventive health measures. We are honored and pleased to collaborate with Kauvery Hospital, a leading healthcare institution in the state who have also been doing various activities in the community to raise awareness on preventive health. We believe the expertise offered by Kauvery Hospital will enable the project to reach maximum population in the state”, says Rtn Dr P Sathish Chairman- CSR, Rotary Club of Madras North.
Speaking at the event, Dr. Aravindan Selvaraj, Co-founder and Executive Director of Kauvery Group of Hospitals said, “The launch of the Kauvery Mobile Wellness Clinic is our way of giving back to the community. Preventive Health is a key focus area where we have been consistently creating awareness on early diagnosis. However, when it comes to the semi rural and rural areas, access to timely healthcare is still lacking, and through this project we aim to bridge this gap. This initiative is a step forward in making quality healthcare accessible to everyone, regardless of their financial status. The project aligns with our mission of making great healthcare affordable and accessible. I thank Rotary Club of Madras North represented by Dr P Sathish – Chairman , CSR and Bay Forge represented by Mr Julian Christopher , Managing Director, for collaborating with us in this noble initiative.”
The Mobile Wellness Clinic shall conduct over 12 camps per month, screening around 600 individuals monthly. The clinic will primarily operate in Chennai and extend its services to the surrounding districts of Kanchipuram, Tiruvallur, and Chengalpattu.
திருப்பூரில் கட்டப்பட்டு வரும் கேன்சர் மருத்துவமனைக்கு நிதி திரட்ட சென்னையில் அக்டோபர் 18, 19, 20 தேதிகளில் நடைபெற இருக்கும் மக்கள் நலன் மற்றும் மருத்துவ விழிப்புணர்வு மற்றும் கலை நிகழ்ச்சிக்கான அறிவிப்பு தொடர்பாக TAMIL NADU MEDICAL COUNCIL HEAD Dr.A.முருகானந்தம் அவர்கள் தலைமையில் ஒரு குழு சென்னை பத்திரிகையாளர் மன்றத்தில் செய்தியாளர்களை சந்தித்தனர்.
அந்தக் குழுவினர் செய்தியாளரிடம் கூறியதாவது,
திருப்பூர் ரோட்டரி கிளப், திருப்பூர் சிட்டி முனிசிப்பல் கார்ப்பரேசன் மற்றும் தமிழ்நாடு அரசுடன் இணைந்து திருப்பூரில் சுமார் பல கோடி செலவில் புற்று நோயாளிகளுக்கான சிறப்பு மருத்துவமனை ஒன்றை திருப்பூரில், கட்டி வருகிறது.
இங்கு முற்றிலும் மக்களுக்கு இலவச சிகிச்சை அளிக்கப்பட உள்ளது.
17 சிறப்பம்சங்கள் கொண்டு 24 மணிநேரமும் செயல்படும் அதிநவீன தொழில்நுட்பகள் கொண்ட மருத்துவமனையாக இதை கட்டிவருகிறார்கள்.
தற்போது இந்த மருத்துவ மனையை முழுவதுமாக கட்டி முடிக்க பெரிய அளவில் பணத்தேவை இருப்பதால். மக்களிடயே நிதி திரட்டும் வேளையில் இறங்கியுள்ளது.
இதன் முதல் கட்டமாக சென்னையை சேர்ந்த யோகா தொண்டு நிறுவனம் என்ற அமைப்பு ” ஒன்றிணைவோம் வா ” என்ற பெயரில் சென்னை பச்சையப்பன் கல்லூரி அருகில் உள்ள ” விங்ஸ் வர்த்தக மையம் ” செயிண்ட் ஜார்ஜ் விளையாட்டு மைதானத்தில் வருகிற அக்டோபர் மாதம் 18, 19, 20 ஆகிய மூன்று நாட்களில் சிறப்பு நிகழ்ச்சிகள் நடத்தி பொது மக்களிடம் நிதி திரட்டவிருக்கிறார்கள்.
இதில் பிரபல மருத்துவர்கள் இணைந்து நடத்தும் மெகா மருத்துவ பரிசோதனை முகாம்,பிரபல இசையமைப்பாளர் பரத்வாஜ் நடத்தும் இசை கச்சேரி மற்றும் பாரம்பரிய உணவு திருவிழா, குழந்தைகளுக்கான நிகழ்ச்சிகள் போன்றவற்றை நடத்துகிறோம் என்று தெரிவித்தனர்.
வி.திலகர்சிங்,பி ஜான் கேள்விக், டாக்டர் ஏ. முருகானந்தம், டி. விவேக்,கலைக்கோவன் ஆண்டனி,க.கிருஷ்ணகுமார். ஆகியோரின் ஏற்பாட்டில் இந்த நிகழ்ச்சி நடைபெறுகிறது.
Chennai, August 2024: The Tamilnadu Yoga Festival-2024, organized by “Global School of Yoga” in association with Narchinthanai Vattam, marked a milestone as the 11th edition of this prestigious event, bringing together yoga enthusiasts, experts, and dignitaries from across the state. The festival commenced with an inauguration ceremony followed by a series of yoga sessions, demonstrations, and competitions. The event honored winners and awardees in various yoga categories, recognizing their dedication and excellence in the field. The highlight of the festival was the Patanjali Yoga session led by esteemed yoga experts. The event also featured a cultural program and a prestigious award ceremony, where the following awards were presented:
Yoga Awards to outstanding yoga practitioners and teachers
Honor Awards to Yoga Grade Exam winners
Special Recognition Awards to contributors to the field of yoga Distinguished guests, including Prof. Dr. R. Elangovan, Secretary, TNSCC-IYA, Ramachandran, Mr. Babu, Assistant Governor, Rotary District 3233, Mrs. Saranya, Secretary, Universal Yoga Trust, and among others, graced the occasion and presented the awards to the deserving winners. The Tamilnadu Yoga Festival-2024 aimed to promote yoga, wellness, and healthy living, and the event successfully achieved its objective, inspiring participants to embrace yoga as a way of life.
• The hospital is the lead sponsor of Freedom 125 and Viduthalai 40, the 125 km and 40 km cyclothon events respectively, organised in association with Chennai Cyclists
Chennai, August 18, 2024: Rela Hospital and Chennai Cyclists joined hands to organise cyclothon events aimed at raising awareness on women safety. The 125-km “Freedom 125” and the 40-km “Viduthalai 40” cyclathons drew 500 student, men and women cyclists from across the city.
Dr. Ilankumaran Kaliamoorthy, the CEO of Rela Hospital, Guest of Honor Dr. M. R. Soundararajan, international cyclist, Special Guests – Ms Padmini Janaki, CEO and Cofounder, “Mind and Mom” and Dr. Deepa Shree, HOD – Interventional Radiology, Rela Hospital flagged off the cyclothons at 5:30 am from the hospital. The events concluded at the same spot around lunchtime. Participants, in the age group of 16 to 70 years, equipped with safety gear and jerseys bearing the slogan “Prioritising Women’s Safety Everyday”, cycled along the route covering GST Road, Thiruporur, Chengalpet, Palur, Orgadum, Padappai, and Mudichur. They were awarded medals upon completing the distance.
The ‘Sweeping Team,’ a group of volunteer cyclists, accompanied the riders, offering motivation and providing water to keep participants hydrated throughout the event. Over 60 volunteers were stationed at key points to ensure cyclists stayed on the designated route. Ambulance services were on standby, with a team of first responders from Alert NGO ready to provide first aid if needed.
In his comments, Dr. Ilankumaran Kaliamoorthy, said, “We are happy to organise this cyclothon in association with the Chennai Cyclists. We chose women’s safety as our theme against the backdrop of the deeply unfortunate and condemnable acts of violence against women in some parts of our country. These incidents underscore the urgent need to ensure that women feel safe and supported – at home, in the workplace, and throughout society. A secure and humane environment is essential to increase their participation in the labor force, which is currently below 40%. By prioritizing safety, we pave the way for women to contribute more fully to our nation’s growth and prosperity.”
Speaking on this occasion, Dr. Deepa Shree said “While protests and public outcry are important, they often focus on symptoms rather than the underlying causes. To truly create a safer and more independent India, we need to dig deeper into why this mindset exists in the first place. An independent India is not just about freedom from colonial rule; it’s about creating a society where every individual – especially women – can live without fear, with dignity and respect.”
Ms Padmini Janaki, CEO and Cofounder, “Mind and Mom”, a technology platform that focuses on women healthcare added, “Real empowerment of women comes from actions, not just words and creating an environment where everyone can thrive irrespective of gender and where women are not just encouraged but also given the tools and opportunities to succeed.”
Mr. Anil Jain, Core Member, Chennai Cyclists, said, “We are thrilled to partner with Rela Hospital in conducting the cycling events. Our club, with 20 chapters across the city, is dedicated to promoting cycling as a means to improve health and well-being. Together with Rela Hospital, we aim to create a culture where cycling becomes a key component of a healthy and sustainable lifestyle. Our objectives are to encourage more people to embrace cycling not only for its health benefits but also to contribute to a cleaner, fresher environment. In the past, we had successfully conducted cycling and endurance events with the hospital like the Tenacity 110 and Determination 150. We look forward to continuing and expanding this partnership in the future.”
~ This world record was recognized by the Einstein World Record Institute~
Chennai, 18th August 2024: In a historic and extraordinary event of nurses, Gleneagles Hospital Chennai in collaboration with the Association of Nurse Executives (India), Tamil Nadu Charter, is poised to set a new World Record as 2500 + nurses and nursing students from 146+ institutions, colleges and hospital unite in an unprecedented celebration of the nursing profession. Dr J Radhakrishnan, IAS, Additional Chief Secretary to the Government Cooperation, Food and Consumer Protection Department joined the momentous event as chief guest, where nurses came together to take the Nurses’ Pledge and form an inspiring nurses word art display of this year’s international nurse’s day 2024 theme: “Our Nurses. Our Future. The Economic Power of Care.”
This event is a tribute to the unwavering commitment, care, and service of nurses, who form the backbone of healthcare systems worldwide. Dr. Jothi Clara Michael, Director of Nursing, Gleneagles Healthcare India, IHH Healthcare, Founder ANEI has led this event and the nurses pledge to reiterate professional values involving involved 2,500+ nurses forming a human chain under the theme “OUR NURSES, OUR FUTURE: THE ECONOMIC POWER OF CARE,” and collectively taking the nursing oath on 18th August 2024 at Gleneagles Health City, Chennai.
The focus this year, encapsulated in the theme “Our Nurses. Our Future. The Economic Power of Care,” highlights the vital role nurses play not just in patient care but also in driving healthcare economies forward. As part of International Nurses Day 2024, the collaboration aims to shine a spotlight on the economic and social contributions of nurses, emphasizing their pivotal role in ensuring the well-being of communities. This world record was recognized by the Einstein World Record Institute.
Dr. Nageshwar Rao, CEO, Gleneagles Hospital Chennai, remarked, “This event is not only a celebration of nurses but also a recognition of their tireless efforts in delivering care and healing. By attempting this world record, we wish to honor nurses and highlight the critical role they play in the future of healthcare, both locally and globally.”
By attempting this world record, Gleneagles Hospital Chennai and the Association of Nurse Executives (India) underscore the importance of recognizing nurses’ dedication and the indispensable impact they have on healthcare systems globally, added Dr Nageshwar Rao.
Chennai, 17th August, 2024: Kauvery Hospital Alwarpet, a leading healthcare institution, launched the Mobile Wellness Clinic, a major initiative under CSR Project of Kauvery Hospital, Rotary Club of Madras North and Bay Forge. This ambitious project aims to bridge healthcare accessibility gaps in Chennai and its surrounding districts by offering free medical screenings and consultations to the underprivileged.
The inauguration ceremony was graced by Thiru Ma. Subramanian, Honorable Minister for Health & Family Welfare, Government of Tamil Nadu, and Thiru Dha. Velu, MLA for Mylapore Constituency.
The mobile unit is expected to benefit over 100,000 individuals by providing timely medical interventions and raising health awareness in the community.
The Kauvery Mobile Wellness Clinic is a state-of-the-art mobile medical unit equipped with advanced diagnoses, including ECG, EchoCardiogram, X-rays, and BMD scanners. It offers a wide range of services across various specialties such as General Medicine, Diabetology, Cardiology, Dermatology, Nephrology, Pulmonology, Orthopedics, Oncology, Geriatrics, Neurology, and Diet Counseling. The clinic is designed to provide comprehensive screenings and early detection of health issues, bringing high-quality healthcare directly to the poor, particularly those in suburban areas who may otherwise have limited access to medical care.
This mobile unit is equipped with state of the art equipment capable of delivering the essential primary care and diagnostics that one would expect from a hospital. With the ability to conduct essential tests and provide expert consultations, the Kauvery Mobile Wellness Clinic ensures that individuals receive timely medical attention, which is crucial for preventing and managing chronic conditions.
“Beyond diagnostics and treatment, the Mobile Wellness Clinic will play a pivotal role in health education. The clinic will conduct community awareness sessions and free medical screening camps in schools, colleges, and local underprivileged communities, focusing on preventive health measures. We are honored and pleased to collaborate with Kauvery Hospital, a leading healthcare institution in the state who have also been doing various activities in the community to raise awareness on preventive health. We believe the expertise offered by Kauvery Hospital will enable the project to reach maximum population in the state”, says Rtn Dr P Sathish Chairman- CSR, Rotary Club of Madras North.
Speaking at the event, Dr. Aravindan Selvaraj, Co-founder and Executive Director of Kauvery Group of Hospitals said, “The launch of the Kauvery Mobile Wellness Clinic is our way of giving back to the community. Preventive Health is a key focus area where we have been consistently creating awareness on early diagnosis. However, when it comes to the semi rural and rural areas, access to timely healthcare is still lacking, and through this project we aim to bridge this gap. This initiative is a step forward in making quality healthcare accessible to everyone, regardless of their financial status. The project aligns with our mission of making great healthcare affordable and accessible. I thank Rotary Club of Madras North represented by Dr P Sathish – Chairman , CSR and Bay Forge represented by Mr Julian Christopher , Managing Director, for collaborating with us in this noble initiative.”
The Mobile Wellness Clinic shall conduct over 12 camps per month, screening around 600 individuals monthly. The clinic will primarily operate in Chennai and extend its services to the surrounding districts of Kanchipuram, Tiruvallur, and Chengalpattu.
Chennai, August 12, 2024: Sivam Hospital successfully performed a revision total hip replacement surgery on an 82-year-old woman, who was admitted to the hospital with complaints of left hip pain and inability to walk for the past six months. After diagnosis, doctors found that her hip implants are loosened and extensive osteolysis in the acetabulam and proxymal femur.
The patient Mrs. Chithra underwent her initial hip replacement surgery 13 years ago after a hip fracture. Doctors gave her an uncemented hip replacement, that creates a permanent bond between the implant and the skeleton without cement. Physician and cardiologist examined the patient and found her fit to undergo the surgery. Revision total hip replacement surgery was carried out by a group of orthopaedic surgeons under the leadership of Dr. V. Sivakumar, Senior Joint Replacement Surgeon. The surgery was successful and was done within 4 hours. The patient is now undergoing regular physio exercises for one month to back to her normal routine life.
Dr. V. Sivakumar, Senior Joint Replacement Surgeon said, “Since the patient had severe pain, we planned to perform revision total hip replacement surgery immediately. We had to deal with extensive bone loss in the acetabulam and the femur. There was extensive black debris due to metallosis and soft tissue scarring. Uncemented implants were used for the acetabulam and cemented implant was used for the femur. She is recovering well from the surgery.” Revision total hip replacement aims to remove some or all the parts of the original prosthesis and replace them with new ones. It significantly helps to relieve hip pain, extend the life span of new prosthesis as well as to improve patient’s function and quality of life.
An article published in the prestigious British Medical Journal (BMJ) Open Diabetes Research and Care about an all-India study Early screening for foot problems in people with diabetes is the need of hour: ‘Save the Feet, Keep Walking campaign’ in India.
Chennai, 7 August 2024: Dr. Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director & Chief Physician MV Hospital for Diabetes and Prof M Viswanathan Diabetes Research Centre Royapuram led a national drive “Save the Feet, keep walking campaign” in 2022 across India with the National Research Society for Study of Diabetes in India (RSSDI), the largest organisation of Diabetes Care professionals in the world. The main aim of the campaign was to assess the foot for Loss of Protective Sensation (LOPS) in people with diabetes to detect neuropathy at early stage to prevent Diabetic Foot complications. The HCPs across India joined this 1-month long campaign to raise awareness among people and educate them towards regular foot assessment.
As part of this campaign, a total of 54000 people with diabetes had undergone foot examination. Dr Vijay Viswanathan and his co-authors reported the data for 33259 participants in the article published in the journal BMJ OPen Diab Res Care.
The authors found about one-fourth of the population who underwent examination had high risk feet. The risk was classified as high risk based on the presence of LOPS or Peripheral Artery Disease and one or more of the other risk factors such as history of DFU or lower extremity amputation or end-stage renal disease) as per International Working Group on the Diabetic Foot (IWGDF) guidelines 2023.
Dr. Vijay Viswanathan said that nearly 3/4th of the study population who had HR feet were found to have renal and retinal complications. Heel fissures was found to increase 4.6 times the odds of having HR feet. Presence of callus or corn, age > 45 years, smoking habit, poor glycemic control, male gender were other factors associated with the presence of HR feet.
Low- and Middle-income countries including India face high burden of diabetes and hence foot related problems among them. Poor foot care practices mainly barefoot walking and poor management of foot ulcer may lead to amputation. Wound care is an integral part of healthcare system. Wound clinics play a crucial role in modern healthcare addressing a wide range of acute and chronic wounds. The demand for awareness, early screening of foot and wound care services has been steadily increasing, making it vital for healthcare professionals to stay informed about best practices in preventing and management of Diabetic Foot conditions.
An effective translation of appropriate treatment guidelines on the early diagnosis and management of diabetic foot will improve the quality of foot care practices.
Chennai, August 2024: To mark World Breastfeeding Week, Seethapathy Hospital has organized various awareness activities. The hospital launched free breastfeeding consultation helpline (7305644465) aims to provide mothers with accurate and reliable medical advice, addressing any questions or concerns they may have. This helpline provides access to certified and experienced lactation consultants and operates 24 X 7.
Additionally, the hospital held an interactive session with experts on breastfeeding to highlight its importance, aiming to educate new and expectant mothers, as well as their families, on balancing work and breastfeeding.
Seethapathy Hospital also introduced the Mother’s Support Club today, which is dedicated to supporting mothers from their child’s birth up to the child’s second year. This club will offer support to new mothers regarding breast feeding, assist in recognizing feeding cues and provide tips on weaning going forward.
Breastfeeding reduces the burden of childhood illness and the risk of certain types of cancers and noncommunicable diseases for mothers. When mothers receive the support, they need to breastfeed their babies, everyone benefits. Improving breastfeeding rates could save over 820,000 children’s lives each year, according to the latest available data.
In her comments, Dr Uma Ram, Senior Obstetrician and Gynecologist and Director Seethapathy Hospital said, “Some studies from India shows 20-25% skin to skin in the first hour after birth. Globally 6/10 babies are not put to the breast within the first hour. With a commitment from the health care facility and motivated staff along with antenatal preparation of the mothers through breastfeeding classes at Seethapathy hospital we have been able to achieve 85% skin to skin, 60% baby to breast within the first hour and 70% exclusive breast feeding at 6 months.”
In her comments, Mrs Rekha Sudarsan, Childbirth Educator and Lactation Consultant, Seethapathy Hospital said, “The first hour after birth is important for the mother and baby. The time soon after the delivery of the baby is when many physiological changes happen in the mother. Careful observation at this period is needed to pick up potential problems. The first hour is also very significant for the baby and called the golden hour. At this time, initiating skin to skin contact and breast feeding is crucial as it imparts many advantages to the baby.”
“Exclusive breast feeding is also important. Some women will have difficulty in feeding or may not be able to feed due to medications they are on. Others can develop mastitis or breast abcess. These women need additional support as they can continue to bond effectively and need not feel guilty because they have good reasons to introduce alternative feeds to the baby” added Mrs Rekha Sudarsan
World Breastfeeding Week is observed annually from August 1 to 7, raising awareness about the importance of breastfeeding and providing support to mothers. The theme for World Breastfeeding Week 2024 is “Closing the gap: Breastfeeding support for all.” This year’s focus is on celebrating the diversity of breastfeeding mothers throughout their breastfeeding journeys. The campaign aims to showcase how families, societies, communities, and health workers can support every breastfeeding mother, regardless of their circumstances.
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