Max Super Specialty Hospital Nagpur, in collaboration with the Indian Medical Association Nagpur, hosted a comprehensive educational seminar on organ transplantation.Theeventbroughttogetheresteemedmedicalprofessionalsandluminaries in the field to discuss the latest advancements and dispel myths surrounding organ transplantation.
Theseminarfeatureddistinguished speakers,includingDr.AnuragShrimal,Director of Liver, Pancreas and Intestine Transplant, Nanavati Max Super Specialty Hospital Mumbai, along with Dr. Nishant Deshpande, a Nephrologist and Renal Transplant physician and Dr. Rahul Arora,aHaematologistandBoneMarrowTransplant(BMT)physicianatMaxSuperSpecialty Hospital Nagpur, among other luminaries. The event was also graced by the presence of Dr Vandana Kate, IMA President and Dr Kamlakar Pawar, IMA Secretary.
Explaining about advancements in liver transplantation, shedding light on innovative techniques and best practices in the field, Dr. Anurag Shrimal, Director of Liver, Pancreas and Intestine Transplant, Nanavati Max Super Specialty Hospital Mumbai said “Organ transplantation is a rapidly evolving field, and it’s crucial for medical professionals to stay updated with the latest advancements. By sharing insights and knowledge, we can improve patient outcomes and enhance the quality of care. Advancements in live donor liver transplantations, have been revolutionizing the clinical outcomes in patients with liver failure, cirrhosis and even liver cancer. “
Addressing the common misconceptions surrounding kidney transplantation, Dr. Nishant Deshpande, Nephrologist and Renal Transplant physician at Max Super Specialty Hospital Nagpur, debunked myths and provided factual information about the transplantation process, ensuring attendees had a clear understanding of the procedure and its benefits. He said “Kidney transplantation offers a life-changing opportunity for patients with end- stage renal disease. Through education and awareness, we aim to encourage more individuals to consider transplantation as a viable treatment option. With advancements in immuno-suppressivemedicationsandtechnologicaladvancementsinrenaltransplantations, both donor and recipient have a better quality of life.”
Highlighting the promising developments in cellular therapies and their potential to revolutionize treatment for various haematological disorders, Dr. Rahul Arora, a Haematologist and Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) physician at Max Super Specialty Hospital Nagpur, said “Cellular therapy represents a paradigm shift in the treatment of haematological conditions, offering targeted and personalized approaches for patients. As we continue to explore novel therapies, the future of cellular therapy specially CAR-T cell therapy holds immense promise.”
Following the educational sessions, attendees enjoyed a delightful Gazal night and dinner, providing a relaxed atmosphere for networking and further discussions among participants.
The seminar underscored Max Super Specialty Hospital and Indian Medical Association’s commitment to advancing medical knowledge and fostering collaboration within the healthcare community.
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MHIL has major concentration in North India consisting of a network of 18 healthcare facilities. Out of the total network, eight hospitals and four medical centres are located in Delhi and the NCR and the others are located in the cities of Mumbai, Nagpur, Mohali, Bathinda and Dehradun. The Max network includes all the hospitals and medical centres owned and operated by the Company and its subsidiaries, partner healthcare facilities and managed healthcare facilities. These include state-of-the-art tertiary and quaternary care hospitals at Saket, Patparganj, Vaishali, Rajendra Place, and Shalimar Bagh in Delhi NCR and one each in Mumbai, Nagpur, Mohali, Bathinda and Dehradun, secondary care hospital in Gurgaon and Day Care Centres at Noida, Lajpat Nagar and Panchsheel Park in Delhi NCRand one in Mohali, Punjab. The hospitals in Mohali and Bathinda are under PPP arrangement with the Government of Punjab.
In addition to its core hospital business, MHIL has two SBUs – Max@Home and Max Lab. Max@Home is a platform that provides health and wellness services at home and Max Lab offers diagnostic services to patients outside its network.