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  • Preparing Doctors for a Healthier World is AIMSR’s Vision

    Preparing Doctors for a Healthier World is AIMSR’s Vision

    The Apollo Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (AIMSR) in Hyderabad, formerly recognised as Apollo Medical College, is dedicated to advancing healthcare by cultivating a new generation of physicians. The institutions overarching goal reflects its passion for cultivating highly knowledgeable healthcare professionals ready to confront the swiftly changing landscape of healthcare. AIMSR places significant emphasis on nurturing holistic well-being and elevating the standard of patient care as part of its commitment to shaping a healthier world through medical education.

     

    As the globe evolves with the ever-changing face of health and medicine, medical education must reconcile and produce doctors who are highly proficient in conventional medicine’s aspects and conscious towards the broader context of health worldwide. Apollo Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, formerly known as Apollo Medical College, comprehends this very need and is dedicated to achieving this vision via a faceted approach.

     

    Some key components of the Apollo Institute of Medical Sciences and Research’s vision for a healthier world include :

    Advanced Curriculum : The institute constantly updates its curriculum to include the latest medical advancements and ensures students are skilled and well-versed in conventional and contemporary healthcare practices. Apollo Institute of Medical Sciences and Research goes beyond the National Medical Council guidelines and aims at an amalgamation of brimming fields like telemedicine, genomics, and digital health.

     

    Patient-centric Education : Apollo Medical College is solely dedicated to improving a culture of patient-centred care. Students are precisely trained not just in the art and science of medicine but also in empathetic communication, ethical decision-making and cultural accomplishment to better serve dynamic and diverse patient populations.

     

    Global Mindset : In a world where globalisation has taken the front seat, healthcare challenges know no boundaries. AIMSR fosters a worldwide perspective by motivating worldwide collaborations, student exchange programs, and sundry professionals to expose students to multitudes of healthcare systems as well as cultural practices.

     

    Research and Innovation : The institute emphasises research and innovation in healthcare. Students are given a pool of opportunities, engaging in Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) projects to high-tech research. Our constant endeavour is to push the boundaries of medical science to pay its part for a healthier world.

     

    Community Engagement : AIMSR proactively participates in community service initiatives after understanding the role of healthcare institutions in the community’s well-being. These programs support students in comprehending the social health causes and motivate them to be champions for conducive alteration. The family adoption program starts from the very early stage of induction into our medical college.

     

    Technology Amalgamation : Apollo Institute of Medical Sciences and Research integrates advanced technology in medical education, filling students with practical experience in highly innovative facilities and health informatics, ensuring they are well-prepared to fulfil the demands of contemporary healthcare.

     

    Continuing Medical Education : The institute provides lifelong learning to medical experts. It provides a massive continuing medical education program, ensuring its alumni stay up-to-date with the latest medical advancements and adapt to revolution in healthcare with time.

     

    Environmental Health and Sustainability : Apollo Medical College has combined environmental health and sustainability into its course of study to support human health once knowing the importance of a sustainable environment to prepare students to comprehend the boundaries of the ecological context of healthcare.

     

    Worldwide, there is a tremendous need for well-versed and experienced healthcare specialists who can steer the intricacies of contemporary healthcare, jump to thoughtful decisions, and promote a strong culture of wellness and inclusivity.

     

    AIMSR is committed to preparing doctors who understand the broader world of healthcare and are set to accelerate their clinical skill sets. A comprehensive approach to medical education is the need of the hour.

     

    To implement this vision, the Apollo Institute of Medical Sciences and Research is shaking hands with world-class healthcare professionals, research-centric organisations, and partners dealing with technology to make unique educational experiences for its future doctors.

     

    This wholesome vision resonates with AIMSR’s ambient mission to entrust students with world-class healthcare education and leave a never-ending impact on health globally. To get in-depth information related to the Apollo Institute of Medical Sciences and Research and its dedication to preparing doctors for a better future, you can visit the official website: apolloimsr.edu.in

  • Stories of Hope: Kauvery Hospital Alwarpet’s Heart and Lung Transplants are a testament to Lives Saved by Organ Donation

    Stories of Hope: Kauvery Hospital Alwarpet’s Heart and Lung Transplants are a testament to Lives Saved by Organ Donation

    In a heart-warming thanksgiving to families and organ donors on “Organ donation day” Kauvery Hospital Alwarpet showcased the profound transformations brought about by their recent series of successful heart and lung transplants, made possible by the life-saving impact of altruistic deceased-donor organ donation. These compelling stories underscore the vital role of organ donation in bestowing renewed life to individuals grappling with critical heart and lung conditions.

     

    The hospital brought together their last five transplant recipients this year to highlight the impact of both the generosity of organ donation and the expertise of medical professionals on the lives of five individuals:

     

    A 63-year- aged businessman suffered a massive heart attack, had an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest and was revived by the timely intervention of paramedics. Subsequently he underwent advanced treatments, including revascularisation while on ECMO support. As he had persistent non-viability of his heart muscles due to the massive heart attack, he was listed for a heart transplant, and continued on ECMO. He received a matched organ within 2 weeks of being on the list. Today, he is not only living independently, but is also back to his work and reclaiming his active life.

     

    A 52 year old homemaker who has been battling scleroderma, lung fibrosis and severe pulmonary hypertension since 2014 was seen by us because of worsening despite being on 8 litres of oxygen and BIPAP support. She received a matched bilateral lung transplantation at Kauvery Hospital Alwarpet and has now overcome these challenges. She is now enjoying her independence and taking charge of her familys responsibilities, including planning her sons wedding.

     

    A 36-year old IT professional who was unable to go to work due to severe heart failure caused by dilated cardiomyopathy; he needed home-based Milrinone infusion for preserving his kidney and liver functions. Thanks to our dedicated team, he underwent a heart transplant and made a remarkable recovery. He has resumed work and moved back to his native place and is eagerly looking forward to expand his family.

     

    A 52 year-old mother and homemaker with familial interstitial lung disease (ILD), was battling admissions for worsening lung disease, severe pulmonary hypertension and right ventricular dysfunction. She had lost her elder sister to ILD. After a bilateral lung transplant she regained her health through meticulous care and is now joyfully looking forward to going to Ooty and meeting her extended family during her sons wedding.

     

    A young mother was battling worsening lung failure due to lung fibrosis for the last five years was seen by us. She had high-level antibodies against donor lungs, severe pulmonary hypertension and economic constraints, being a single mother who was now unable to work. Kauvery Hospitals actively raised funds for her transplant. Kalaipuli Thanu was generous with a grant of 5 lakhs for her care. She has recovered well from her transplant and is now back to caring for her 8-year-old daughter, embracing life with newfound energy and vigour.

     

    Dr. Srinivas Rajagopala, Director, Transplant Pulmonology & Lung Recovery Unit at Kauvery Hospital Alwarpet, emphasizes the paramount role of organ donation, stating, “Our success stories in heart and lung transplants underscore the remarkable impact of organ donation on individual lives. We have highlighted our recent human stories but certainly, we have a large number of patients now doing well years after their heart and lung transplant. It is a modern miracle that depends on the selflessness of donors and their families and the expertise of medical teams.

     

    A transplant journey involves a close partnership between patients and their families and our multidisciplinary team at every step of the way. Apart from our surgical and medical specialists, our highly-trained dedicated transplant nurses, rehabilitation team, nutritionists, coordinators and allied support staff play a vital role in the success of any transplant. Our team, helped by the state-of-the-art infrastructure, provides comprehensive and life-long support to our transplant patients, answering their queries every day and nudging them to do their follow tests.”

     

    Dr Aravindan Selvaraj, Co-Founder and Executive Director, Kauvery Hospital, reinforces the importance of organ donation, saying, “These heart-warming stories reflect the lifesaving potential of organ donation. The act of organ donation gives a second chance to live, and transforms lives significantly. The Heart and Lung Transplant team at Kauvery Hospital led by Dr Kumud Kumar Dhital, Program Director Heart & Lung Transplantation, comprises highly qualified transplant surgeons, cardiologists, pulmonologists, anaesthetists and intensivists, transplant nurses, perfusionists, coordinators, physician assistants and other multi-disciplinary colleagues right from pre-operative to post-operative care. Transplants saves lives.”

  • Cult fit Launches Evolve Yoga, A New Frontier in Fitness and Wellness

    Cult fit Launches Evolve Yoga, A New Frontier in Fitness and Wellness

    Cult.fit, India’s leading health and fitness brand, today announced the launch of Evolve Yoga, a new evidence-based, transformative yoga format designed to enhance flexibility and mobility. Along with Dance Fitness, Strength & Conditioning, Boxing, Burn, and HRX, this addition further establishes Cult.fit’s positioning of being Indias largest and most holistic fitness brand.

     

    Evolve Yoga : Evolve Yoga offers a revolutionary adaptation to the age-old practice of yoga. Based on extensive research and study of movement, it combines traditional yoga poses with the use of a yoga wheel, a versatile prop that provides assistance in stretching, honing flexibility, and improving balance. It also facilitates the opening of the chest, shoulders, and hips. This makes it invaluable for beginners as well as seasoned students looking to deepen their current practice.

     

    Each Evolve Yoga session is expertly designed to last 50 minutes, and features a holistic blend of centering dynamic warm-ups, meticulously crafted sequences, varied yoga poses, breathing techniques and savasana. Moreover, the wheel is just one of the props that will enhance the yoga practice as well as help in effectively performing these sequences and poses. In the coming future, more such props will be introduced to the program.

     

    “Evolve Yoga is designed to improve flexibility, breath control and help people recover from intense workouts much more efficiently,” said Rishabh Telang, Fitness Expert, cult.fit. “The usage of props make it easier to get into poses that are otherwise challenging, thereby making the new format very accessible for members who prefer lifting weights or dance fitness as a preferred form of workout.”

     

    “As new audiences embrace yoga, there is a need for evolution and adaptation of the art to address for relevance. India continues to be at the forefront of advancing the ancient practice and taking it to new dimensions,” stated Porko Elango, Business Head of cult.fit. “Integrated with specially designed props, Evolve Yoga represents a transformative approach that improves the practitioners well-being with a focus on breathing and flexibility, while also aligning seamlessly with the brands vision of making fitness easy and enjoyable. With this format launch and our upcoming initiatives, we continue to be deeply committed to providing our members a holistic experience with a wide variety of workout formats.”

     

    Evolve Yoga is currently available in four cities: Bangalore, Hyderabad, Delhi, and Mumbai. Classes are currently conducted in 22 centers, and by the end of September, the format will be made available to 70 centers.

     

    About Cure.fit : Curefit Healthcare Pvt. Ltd. is India’s largest fitness company. Founded in 2016 by Mukesh Bansal and Ankit Nagori, Curefit offers a comprehensive range of fitness services and products through its two brands, cult.fit and cult.sport. With a mission to make fitness fun, easy and accessible, Cult.fit offers group workouts, online classes, sports facilities, and personalized solutions at fitness centers & partner gyms across the country.

     

    By adopting innovative subscription-led revenue models and employing cutting-edge technological interventions to cultivate healthy habits, cult.fit has emerged as the go-to destination for fitness enthusiasts across the country. cult.sport focuses on simplifying health and well-being by offering smart fitness products tailored to the everyday athlete. The cult.sport product range is thoughtfully designed to deliver the ultimate workout experience, featuring high-quality sportswear, versatile at-home workout equipment, bicycles, and nutraceuticals.

  • CHOSEN by Dermatology Unveils Peptide Therapy Intense Repair Creme, A Breakthrough in Prejuvenation Skincare

    CHOSEN by Dermatology Unveils Peptide Therapy Intense Repair Creme, A Breakthrough in Prejuvenation Skincare

    Leading skincare brand CHOSEN by Dermatology is proud to introduce its latest innovation, Peptide Therapy Intense Repair Creme. This multifunctional face moisturizer is poised to revolutionize prejuvenation, offering a comprehensive solution for youthful, radiant skin.

     

    Harnessing the power of 5 potent active ingredients, Peptide Therapy Creme contains a remarkable 97.9% natural content. At its core are the key ingredients Oligopeptide I and Hyaluronic acid, supported by the nourishing qualities of Kalahari melon seed oil, Meadowfoam seed oil and plant Squalane.

     

    Oligopeptide I, an epidermal growth factor, propels skin healing and regeneration, while Hyaluronic acid ensures deep hydration. Kalahari melon seed oil, Meadowfoam oil, and plant Squalane team up to maintain the skins barrier and delay photoaging.

     

    “Were excited to offer Peptide Therapy Intense Repair Creme, a skincare masterpiece that encapsulates the benefits of 5 potent ingredients in one product, showcasing our commitment to holistic beauty,” says Revanth Gururaj, Product Expert, CHOSEN by Dermatology. “This product exemplifies our commitment to innovative, effective, and holistic skincare solutions,” he added.

     

    The luxurious, creamy texture of Peptide Therapy Creme delivers a unique bouncy and spongy sensation upon application. Visible results of skin healing are apparent in just one week, post-laser procedures or chemical peels. Furthermore, it proactively prevents premature ageing, including fine lines and wrinkles, while giving a firming and lifting effect, with clinically proven results in 12-14 weeks of use.

     

    Peptide Therapy Creme is now available for purchase, inviting all skincare enthusiasts to experience the next level of prejuvenation.

  • KCP Infra Limited’s Projects Receives Prestigious National Award for Smart City Excellence

    KCP Infra Limited’s Projects Receives Prestigious National Award for Smart City Excellence

    In a momentous achievement, KCP Infra Limited a pioneering player in the field of smart city projects, has clinched the prestigious National Award for their exemplary work in Coimbatore. The Housing and Urban Affairs Department of the Central Government conducted the selection process for awarding smart city projects on a national scale. This highly competitive endeavor saw participation from 88 cities across the country, all vying for recognition and accolades in the Smart City domain.

     

    After rigorous evaluation and scrutiny, 52 cities were shortlisted for the final round of competition. In a resounding victory, KCP Infra Ltd smart city Projects undertaken for the Coimbatore Corporation emerged as the deserving recipient of the National First Prize Award in the “Build Environment” category. This remarkable achievement will be celebrated at the awarding ceremony scheduled for the 27th of September in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, under the distinguished leadership of the President of India.

     

    KCP Chandra Prakash, the Managing Director of KCP Infra, expressed his elation and pride on this momentous occasion. He stated, “KCP Infra Limited has executed model road works in the RS Puram DP Road area, setting a benchmark for quality and innovation. Our infrastructure projects are on par with those found in European countries, and our clock tower in the roundabout area stands as a testament to our commitment to excellence.”

     

    KCP Infra Ltd.s transformative initiatives encompass a wide range of developments, including pedestrian-friendly pathways, cycling platforms, a state-of-the-art boat house, and a picturesque floating bridge that spans Ukkadam Periyakulam and Valangulam. The KCP Infra has also introduced attractions such as Selfie Points, “I Love Covai”, a Childrens Park, and a Gymnasium.

     

    Recognizing the magnitude of their contributions, the Coimbatore Corporation bestowed the honor of the National First Prize upon KCP Infra for their outstanding work. Furthermore, this achievement catapulted the Coimbatore Corporation to the top spot among South Indian cities.

     

    This prestigious accolade coincides with KCP Infra Limiteds 25th anniversary in the construction industry, marking a significant milestone for the company. Their unparalleled contributions have set them apart as a distinguished construction entity at the national level. Notably, KCP Infra Ltd.’ crowning achievement includes the construction of a 15-meter-high Thiruvalluvar statue featuring Tamil characters in Kurichi Pond. The media tower built by KCP Infra at the Coimbatore Racecourse area has also garnered widespread attention and acclaim.

     

    KCP Infra’s commitment to excellence and innovation remains unwavering, ensuring that their string of achievements will continue to shape the landscape of urban development successfully.