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Follow on Google News | Apollo Speciality Hospitals, Madurai introduces state-of-the-art Philips Achieva 1.5 Tesla MRI UnitApollo Speciality Hospitals, Madurai inaugurated Philips 1.5 Tesla MRI Unit at a glittering function chaired by Thiru P.Seetharaman IAS, District Collector, Madurai District in presence of Dr. S M Sivakumar, Dean, Madurai Medical College & Hospital.
By: G Karthihaivelan December 4, 2008, Madurai : Apollo Speciality Hospitals, Madurai, an unit of Apollo Hospitals Group, has always been in the forefront in bringing technology and expertise to the southern part of Tamil Nadu. Apollo Speciality Hospitals, Madurai inaugurated the State-of-the- Apollo Speciality Hospitals, Madurai has grown immensely since its inception in 1997, from a simple 60 bedded secondary care hospital to a 200 bedded, state of the art tertiary care unit with outstanding quality & clinical excellence on par with international benchmarks. Apollo Hospitals uses the most sophisticated technology for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes and is committed to always bringing the best in world healthcare. In the hands of our internationally trained and educated doctors, the investment in the best technology yields exceptional clinical outcomes for patients, giving the best possible chance of complete recovery and staying healthy. . Mr. T N Sekar, General Manager, Apollo Hospitals, Chennai, Dr. Rohini Sridhar, Chief Operating Officer & Director – Medical Services & Mr. M P Balasundaram, Sr. Administrator along with host of VIP’s, Doctors, Management Representatives and staff were present to witness the inauguration function. This brand new Philips Achieva 1.5 Tesla unit will be the first of its kind in the down-south and has the most powerful “Field Strength” which translates as • Faster scanning times which equals shorter examinations • Increased resolution and diagnostic capabilities • The ability to perform certain types of examinations which were not available till now • Friendly environment Magnetic Resonance Imaging technology will provide our physicians with the ability to diagnose and treat injuries and illnesses. MRI scans can be done for herniated vertebrae disks, spinal cord injuries and pathologies, brain tumors, multiple sclerosis and brain trauma apart from MRI’s for orthopedics – knees, shoulders, ankles, and wrists. Magnetic Resonance Angiography will help evaluating narrowing, blockages and aneurysms of arteries. Apart from these, this state of the art MRI supports • Advanced applications: • Advanced functionality: The series of additions and modernization doesn’t stop here, Apollo Speciality Hospitals, Madurai will soon be unveiling • Linear Accelerator (LINAC) with IGRT: The LINAC provides external beam radiation treatments for patients with cancer. It delivers a uniform, high-energy x-ray dose to a specified region of the patient's tumour. This destroys cancer cells while sparing the surrounding normal tissue. It is also used in Stereotactic Radiosurgery. The effect is similar to that achieved using the gamma knife to targets within the brain. It can also be used to treat areas outside of the brain. The LINAC is an irreplaceable aid in Apollo's fight against cancer. • 64 Slice CT Angio scan system: The 64 slice CT ANGIO IMAGING SYSTEM is a very advanced and sophisticated technology which, to put it very simply, can, in a non invasive manner, provide a very accurate image of the heart and detect narrowing of the cardiac blood vessels. This contributes immensely to the diagnosis and treatment of cardiac , particularly coronary artery disease .The 64 slice CT Angio system is sure to augment the already formidable reputation Apollo hospitals enjoys as one of the most comprehensive and advanced cardiac care providers in the country. Apart from these Apollo Speciality Hospitals, Madurai will be adding another 50 beds by the end of this year. About Apollo Hospital Enterprise Limited Apollo Hospitals, India’s first corporate hospital and part of the Apollo Hospital Enterprise limited is the largest private Hospital Group in South Asia. With around 10,000 beds across 44 super specialty hospitals, the pioneer in private healthcare delivery offers cutting edge, state of the art medical infrastructure, equipment, technologies and world-class medical facilities & treatment to patients not only across the country but also across the world. Apollo Hospitals is a pioneer in numerous medical breakthrough and solutions. For more information visit: www. apollohospitals.com # # # About Apollo Hospital Enterprise Limited Apollo Hospitals, India’s first corporate hospital and part of the Apollo Hospital Enterprise limited is the largest private Hospital Group in South Asia. With around 10,000 beds across 44 super specialty hospitals, the pioneer in private healthcare delivery offers cutting edge, state of the art medical infrastructure, equipment, technologies and world-class medical facilities & treatment to patients not only across the country but also across the world. Apollo Hospitals is a pioneer in numerous medical breakthrough and solutions. For more information visit: www. apollohospitals.com End
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