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Recent developments and discoveries in the field of molecular diagnostics have created a revolution in the medical diagnostics arena. Molecular diagnostic tools aid in sensitive, specific and early diagnosis, sometimes even before the pathological changes are evident. Realising the tremendous potential of this field almost a decade ago, SRL introduced and popularised the concept of molecular diagnosis and has come a long way since then. Here is a lowdown on the success story of SRL Diagnostics.

Known to have an unbelievable success rate in treating cardiac
problems, the Asian Heart Institute is a ray of hope for cardiac patients not only India but the whole of Asia Pacific. Laden with experienced doctors and an efficient planning system, the hospital believes that if a high quality job is done even the most crucial patient can lead a good life.

Due to the fast paced life, it is becoming difficult for family members to support and be available for each other all the time, even during long hospital stays. In addition, the modern day patient is not reluctant to spend that extra for best quality and luxurious healthcare services. Hinduja Healthcare Surgical is one such hospital that is designed to offer tailor-made tertiary care to its patients.

From beautifying a smile to solving dental problems, Nair Hospital Dental College ensures that the patient is in the pink of dental health. In dentistry, this college has indeed come a long way.

Oxygen is one of the highest consumed components in hospitals. To make the process of procuring oxygen cylinders not just convenient but also cost effective, Helix Corporation India is in the process of setting up an oxygen concentrator plant that would help hospitals and other medical suppliers generate in-house oxygen.

Fortis, Shalimar Bagh coomenced operations in September 2010 and received an overwhelming response. In terms of occupancy, it had one of the fastest responses; within 17 days of the inaugural the centre more than 100 patients were admitted.

Seeing the rising incidence of chronic kidney diseases, its devastating medical complications and its economic as well as social implications Dr Bharat V Shah, one of the eminent nephrologists from Mumbai, felt the need to set up such a Foundation.

April 2011
With a specialised team of doctors, administrators and qualified nursing staff in Minimal Access Surgery (MAS), the hospital plans to expand its services to other cities as well. While doing so the mission of …

April 2011
With cut throat competition, Metropolis Healthcare Ltd knows how to set itself apart. Setting up one lab in each state of India and becoming a preferred partner to the Government are some of its …

March 2011
Chandreyee Bhaumik
At its infancy now, the hospital which was incepted last year has a clear vision, ie to make healthcare affordable. For this it plans to tie up with the government to offer services …