Over 100 Knee and Hip Replacement Surgeries Successfully Conducted in Jammu's Rajouri-Poonch Region
SMVDN performs over 100 successful knee, hip replacement surgeries in Rajouri-Poonch
Hindustan Times
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Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Narayana Superspecialty Hospital in Katra has performed over 100 knee and hip replacement surgeries under the Ayushman Bharat scheme in Rajouri-Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir. This initiative, led by Dr. Vikas Padha, aims to provide access to advanced healthcare for economically weaker patients in remote areas.
- 01The surgeries were conducted as part of the Ayushman Bharat scheme, which aids economically weaker patients.
- 02Dr. Vikas Padha initiated monthly outreach OPDs to identify and treat patients in remote villages.
- 03The initiative has transformed the lives of patients who were previously confined to their homes due to severe joint issues.
- 04Dr. Yashpal Sharma emphasized the importance of outreach healthcare in ensuring quality medical services reach underserved populations.
- 05A short film titled 'Toote Parindon Ki Nayi Udaan – A Tale of Unique Century' was shown, highlighting the positive impact of the surgeries.
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Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Narayana Superspecialty Hospital in Katra has achieved a significant milestone by successfully performing over 100 knee and hip replacement surgeries in the Rajouri-Poonch region of Jammu and Kashmir under the Ayushman Bharat scheme. This initiative, spearheaded by Dr. Vikas Padha, the senior joint replacement surgeon, focuses on outreach healthcare to assist economically weaker patients in remote areas. Many patients, previously confined to their homes due to debilitating knee and hip conditions, were identified and treated through monthly outreach clinics established in the twin border districts. Dr. Padha acknowledged the crucial role of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board in facilitating this outreach, stating that the board's commitment to patient welfare has significantly improved access to advanced healthcare services for underserved populations. Dr. Yashpal Sharma, executive director of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence, highlighted that these surgeries reflect the transformative power of outreach healthcare. To commemorate this achievement, a short film showcasing the inspiring journeys of the patients was presented at the celebration event in Rajouri.
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This initiative has significantly improved access to essential healthcare for economically weaker patients in remote areas, allowing them to regain mobility and enhance their quality of life.
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