Chennai, Aug 11: In a rare and complex reconstructive surgery, SRM Prime Hospital relieved pain and restored movement in the left upper arm of a 52–year–old man, from Jharkhand, who had neglected a fracture–dislocation of his left shoulder for nearly six months. Over time, the untreated injury progressed to a chronic dislocation, leading to extensive soft-tissue scarring, formation of a pseudo-joint elsewhere, and compression of the brachial plexus, the network of nerves that controls movement and sensation in the shoulder, arm and hand. Using advanced surgical techniques and a multidisciplinary approach,…
Odisha Government Medical Colleges Make Mark in IIRF 2026 Rankings
Bhubaneswar, Aug 10: Three government medical colleges in Odisha have secured places among the top 100 medical institutions in the IIRF 2026 rankings, marking a significant achievement for the state’s medical education sector. SCB Medical College and Hospital, Cuttack secured the 15th position nationally, emerging as the highest-ranked government medical college from Odisha. Veer Surendra Sai Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (VIMSAR), Burla, was…
Odisha Steps Up Public Healthcare Push with Rs 7,915 Crore NHM Spending in Two Years
Bhubaneswar, Aug 8: Odisha spent Rs 7,915.22 crore under the National Health Mission (NHM) during 2024-25 and 2025-26, reflecting a significant push to strengthen public healthcare services across the state. Pic Credit: Pexel Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Prataprao Jadhav informed the Lok Sabha that the Centre released Rs 3,677.50 crore to Odisha under the NHM during the two financial years.…
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar Performs Rare Open-Heart Surgery on a Patient with Sickle Cell Anemia
Bhubaneswar, 6th August 2026: A rare and highly challenging open-heart surgery at Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar has given 32-year-old Ms. Susmita Sethi a new lease on life after doctors successfully treated two serious heart conditions despite the presence of sickle cell anemia, a hereditary blood disorder that significantly increased the risk of surgery. Led by Dr. Jitendra Nath Patnaik, Senior Consultant – Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery (CTVS), the multidisciplinary…
The Human Side of Robotic Surgery: Tracking Surgeons’ Stress in the Operating Room
Researchers identify various objective physiological signs of stress in surgeons during real operations Although robot-assisted surgery (RAS) gives surgeons remarkable precision, little is known about how their stress levels fluctuate during challenging procedures. In a recent study, researchers from Japan monitored surgeons’ brain, muscle, and heart activity during live RASs and linked these physiological signals to the surgeons’ own stress ratings. The team identified objective…
Stage IV lung cancer, two fractured arms—and a complete response at HCG Kolkata
Kolkata: A septuagenarian whose Stage IV lung cancer had spread extensively to her bones, causing fractures in both upper arms, has regained an independent life and achieved PET CT confirmed-completed metabolic response following third generation targeted therapy at HCG Cancer Hospital, Kolkata. The case, highlighted around World Lung Cancer Day observed on August 1, underscores the role of molecular testing in identifying mutation-guided treatment options…
Odisha Enhances Cancer Treatment Under AB-PMJAY-GJAY, Adds 91 New State-Specific Packages
Bhubaneswar, Aug. 6 (UDN): Odisha has expanded its cancer care network by introducing 91 additional treatment packages under the integrated Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY)-Gopabandhu Jan Arogya Yojana (GJAY), providing beneficiaries with access to a wider range of cashless cancer treatment services. The newly approved packages have been brought under the Mukhyamantri Cancer Care Abhiyan, a state initiative aimed at strengthening cancer…
Hyderabad Pharma Leader Chakravarthi AVPS Honoured for Advancing India’s Healthcare Leadership Globally
Recognition reflects India’s growing influence in affordable healthcare, pharmaceutical innovation and patient-centric solutions Hyderabad, Aug 04: Hyderabad-based pharmaceutical industry leader Mr. Chakravarthi AVPS, Chairman and Managing Director of Ecobliss India Private Limited received an international recognition for his contribution to strengthening India’s global pharmaceutical leadership and promoting patient-centric healthcare solutions. He was conferred the CMO Asia Business Leadership & Excellence Award under the category…
Mezzion Reports Positive In Vivo Results for Udenafil in ADPKD
Seoul, Korea, Aug 3: — Mezzion Pharma Co., Ltd. today announced positive results from a new in vivo study of udenafil, a novel phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitor, in autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD). In a preclinical ADPKD model, udenafil reduced kidney cyst burden and blood urea nitrogen (BUN), a blood marker linked to kidney function, compared with controls. Both findings were statistically…
Rela Hospital Hosts 3-Km Walkathon to Observe World Breastfeeding Week
Chennai, Aug. 3, 2026: In observance of World Breastfeeding Week, Rela Hospital organised a three-kilometre walkathon from its hospital premises at Chrompet. Over 200 healthcare professionals, including doctors and nurses, took part in the event along with members of the public. The walkathon was flagged off by Dr Naresh Shanmugam, Director of Women and Child Health, Rela Hospital. World Breastfeeding Week has been observed annually…