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As a pioneer in healthcare, Manipal Hospitals is among the top healthcare providers in India serving over 8 million patients annually, with a focus on providing affordable, high-quality healthcare services. Manipal's integrated network today has a pan-India footprint of 49 hospitale across 24 cities with 12,600 licensed beds, and a talented pool of 11,000+ doctors and an employee strragth of over 34000. Manipal Hospitals provides comprehensive curative and preventive care for a multitude of patients from around the globe. Manipal Hospitals is AAHRPP accredited and most of the hospitals in its network are NABH, NABL, ER, Blood Bank accredited and recognized for Nursing Excellence.

 

Rooted in the Sanskrit serm meaning "seeking and discovering". Anveshana reflects Manipal Hospitals' commitment to collaborative learning, responsible health communication, and community awareness. The initiative has previously bex conducted in Tamluk, Contai, Bardhaman, Jamshedpur, Aizawi, Malda, Darjeeling, Bolpur, Baruipar, Howrah and now reaches Durgapur. Together, these initiatives reaffirm the organisation's commitment to enhancing patient outcomes and ensuring timely access to specialist care in remote regions.

 

 

Responding to the growing prevalence of gynaecologic cancers, advanced gastrointestinal disorders and cardiac ailments across Eastern India, Manipal Hospital EM Bypass, a unit of the Manipal Hospitals Group an interactive awareness session in Durgapur today as part of its flagship programme, " Anveshans - Medical Education for Media" . The session featured Dr. Arunava Roy, HOD & Senior Consultant-Gynaecologic Oncology, Dr. Sumanta Dey, Senior Consultant and HOD-Rabotic, Advanced Laparosespic, Bariatric and Gastrointestinal Surgery, and Dr. Ashesh Halder, Consultant-Cardiology, all from Manipal Hospital, EM Bypass. The experts shared insights on the growing burden of women's cancers, advanced surgical conditions, and cardiovascular diseases in the region.

 

The doctors discussed changing disease patterns, lifestyle-related risk factors, the critical importance of early diagnosis, and recent advancements in minimally invasive gynaecologic oncology, robotic and laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgery, bariatric procedures, and modern cardiac care. Emphanis was laid on how timely intervention, multidisciplinary expertise, and access to advanced technology can significantly improve patient outcomes and quality of life.

 

Speaking on gynaecological cancers, Dr. Arunava Roy said, "Cancers of the cervix, ovary, uterus, and other gynaecologic malignancies continue to pose a significant health challenge for women, often due to delayed diagnosis and lack of awareness Early detection through regular screening and timely medical consultation plays a crucial role in improving survival rates. In our hopital, our Gynecologic Oncology department offers comprehensive care, combining advanced diagnostics, minimally invasive and fertility-preserving surgical techniques, chemotherapy, and a multidisciplinary approach to enure personalised and effective treatment for women at every stage of the disease."

 

Highlighting advancements in gastrointestinal and minimally invasive surgery, Dr. Sumanta Dey shared, "The incidence of complex abdominal conditions, obesity-related disorders, and gastrointestinal diseases is rising rapidly, largely driven by sedentary lifestyles and dietary changes. Robotic and advanced laparoscopic surgery has transfunned patient care by offering greater precision, reduced pain, shorter hospital stays, and faster recovery. As Manipal Hospital, EM Bypass, we provide comprehensive surgical solutions for hernia, colorectal diseases, gastrointestinal cancers, bariatric surgery, and abdominal wall reconstruction, supported by state-of-the-art technology and a highly specialised surgical team."

 

Speaking on cardiac care, Dr. Ashesh Halder added, "cardiovascular diseases remain one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality in Eastern India, affecting individuals at increasingly younger ages. Early diagnosis, lifestyle modification, and timely intervention are crucial in preventing complications and improving survival outcomes. At Manipal Hospital, EM Bypass, our Cardiology department offers comprehensive, evidence-based care supported by advanced diagnostics and cutting-edge interventional procedures. We are equipped to perform high-end, minimally invasive treatments such as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), complex coronary interventions, and advanced cardiac therapies, which significantly reduce surgical risk, shorten recovery time, and enhance quality of life for patients. A patient-centric, multidisciplinary approach ensures optimal long-term heart health and better clinical outcomes."