Hospitals and Govt Health IT

India Made Right Investment in Primary Healthcare Through ABDM: WHO Chief August 18, 2023 Since its inception, the WHO has been endorsing India's Ayushman Bharat initiative, recognising the importance of countries prioritising investment in primary healthcare. This aligns with the consistent message conveyed by the WHO to nations around the world.

Dr. Agarwal's Eye Hospital Secures $80 Mn from TPG & Temasek, Aims Doubling Network to 300 Hospitals August 18, 2023 Dr. Agarwal's Group of Eye Hospitals has secured $80 million (‚¹650 Cr) funding from global private equity firm TPG Growth and Singapore-based investment company Temasek as the primary investors.

IIM Raipur Introduces Postgraduate Diploma Programs in 'Digital Health' August 18, 2023 These PG diploma programs are poised to equip participants with an in-depth understanding of the 'Digital Health' sphere, propelling them toward unrivalled career growth and excellence.

Union Health Ministry Refutes Reports of Deceased Individuals Receiving PM-JAY Treatment August 18, 2023 The controversy arose from media reports indicating that the CAG expressed concerns on treatments being scheduled for deceased AB PM-JAY beneficiaries. There were also allegations of beneficiaries receiving care at two hospitals simultaneously.

Ayushman Bharat Scheme: Private Hospitals in Madhya Pradesh to be Ranked Based on Healthcare Quality August 17, 2023 The ranking mechanism will revolve around a performance-oriented assessment of private hospitals enrolled in the AB-PMJAY initiative. This will provide beneficiaries with an enlightened view of hospital quality.

KSSSCI Joins Hands with Karkinos Healthcare, & IIT Kanpur to Provide Better Cancer Care with the Launch of CAMDRC in Lucknow August 16, 2023 The collaboration resulted in forming the 'Centre for Advanced Molecular Diagnostics and Research for Cancer (CAMDRC)' in Lucknow. It reflects the shift toward molecular diagnostics in cancer care, enabling personalised treatments through genetic insights for improved patient outcomes.

NHA & IRDAI Host Workshop for Insurers & TPAs on ABDM & NHCX Integration August 16, 2023 The central aim of the workshop was to enable a smooth integration process for insurance companies into the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) and to promote the acceptance of Health Claims Exchange (HCX) specifications and e-Claim standards.

Apollo Hospital, Tiruchi Employs AI-Enhanced OCT Imaging for Advanced Cardiac Care August 14, 2023 By amalgamating artificial intelligence technology with OCT, the hospital claims to have effectively delivered enhanced precision and customised treatment approaches for cardiovascular concerns.

AIIMS, GGSIP Partner to Launch 'Patient Grievance Redressal System' August 14, 2023 The "Patient Grievance Redressal System" collaboration has been designed to handle patient feedback and concerns in a holistic manner effectively. This initiative holds significant importance as it introduces a novel approach to enhancing patient care.

Patients Entitled to Access Relevant Medical Treatment Data: Madras High Court August 11, 2023 The court's statement serves as a strong prompt for healthcare professionals, underscoring that withholding vital information might lead to professional misconduct and result in potential legal consequences for encroaching upon patients' rights.

AIG Hospitals Installs Advanced Digital Pathology Solutions from OptraSCAN August 11, 2023 The objective is to facilitate sophisticated AI-driven analysis, optimise processes, and encourage inventive approaches within the pathology procedures of AIG Hospital.

India Set to Become Global Hub for Medical Technology Devices By 2050: Mansukh Mandaviya August 11, 2023 Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya highlighted that India's growing medical device sector is like a rising sun in the industry. This shows the government's determination to make the country a key place for making medical equipment.