A 13-year-old from Kazakhstan lost vision in her right eye due to a rare optic glioma tumor. Advanced surgery at a Ghaziabad hospital successfully removed the tumor and restored her sight through delicate reconstruction.
Medanta Hospital has been ranked as India's best hospital in Newsweek's 2024 World's Best Hospitals list, highlighting its excellence in healthcare and patient care standards.
Cayuga Medical Center welcomed a 13-pound baby boy, the heaviest in its history, alongside a 4-pound girl on January 31, creating a viral moment celebrating unique birth stories.
King George's Medical University in Lucknow has launched 'Advanced Conduction System Pacing,' a new pacemaker technique that mimics the heart's natural electrical pathways, improving coordination and long-term function for patients requiring permanent dev
An 18-month-old from Meerut accidentally inhaled a peanut that swelled in its airway, leading to respiratory failure and cardiac arrest. Timely intervention by doctors at Fortis Noida saved the child's life after a high-risk bronchoscopy procedure.
The three-day IHPBA 2026 international conference began in Jaipur, gathering liver and HPB surgeons to discuss transplantation advances and accessibility challenges in India.
A new study from NIMHANS in Bengaluru challenges the long-held theory on how Parkinson's disease progresses, potentially reshaping treatment approaches for this neurological disorder.
An 11-year-old from Mozambique underwent a rare hyper-selective neurectomy in India, restoring movement to her left arm after years of disability due to birth brachial plexus palsy.
Zydus Lifesciences plans to launch semaglutide injections in India under brands Semaglyn, Mashema, and Alterme after patent expiry, featuring an innovative adjustable pen for diabetes and obesity treatment.
A groundbreaking Nature study explores why some elderly individuals retain cognitive sharpness comparable to their 50s, focusing on adult neurogenesis and brain protein function.
21-year-old BSc student and YouTuber Bonu Komali was found dead in her Hyderabad apartment. Police investigation reveals emotional distress from a relationship dispute as the cause.
Hollywood actress Lupita Nyong'o discusses her battle with over 50 uterine fibroids, revealing her diagnosis 11 years ago and the difficult treatment decisions she faces.
A 6-month-old boy's fingertip was severed during IV cannula removal at Chinmaya Mission Hospital in Bengaluru, leading to a police complaint and FIR against staff for alleged negligence.
Panchkula police register FIR against doctor and Cloudnine Hospital following allegations of medical negligence during a C-section surgery that caused burn injury to patient.
An eight-year-old brain-dead girl in Coimbatore has given seven people a new lease on life through organ donation. Her family's noble decision has been widely praised by city officials.
Dr Sandeep Bansal from PGIMER's ENT department assumes presidency of the Indian Association of Surgeons for Sleep Apnoea, advocating for interdisciplinary collaboration to address obstructive sleep apnoea's growing health burden in India.
Doctors at AIIMS Nagpur successfully performed reconstructive surgery on a 23-year-old woman who couldn't swallow for nearly 2 years after ingesting a corrosive substance, restoring her ability to eat normally.
Neurologists in Kolkata have developed mini brains from human tissues to study Spinocerebellar Ataxia type-12, a genetic disease prevalent in the Marwari community, marking a first in India.
Doctors emphasize the critical importance of universal newborn thyroid screening to prevent irreversible developmental delays and ensure healthy growth from birth.
Mamal Hospital in Kattakada refutes medical negligence claims over the death of 2.5-year-old Ayesha Fathima, stating all emergency protocols were followed during treatment for pneumonia symptoms.
India's anti-obesity market is poised for a major shift as pharmaceutical companies prepare to launch cheaper versions of blockbuster weight-loss drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic, potentially cutting costs by 50% and broadening access beyond affluent urban p
Yenepoya Medical College Hospital successfully performed simultaneous bilateral cochlear implant surgery using SmartNav technology on a three-year-old child with severe hearing loss.
Dipika Kakar has undergone a medical procedure for a liver cyst, with husband Shoaib Ibrahim confirming the surgery's success but noting her significant pain. The actress shared an emotional farewell with son Ruhaan before hospitalization.
Kauvery Hospital Tirunelveli has successfully performed the city's first mechanical thrombectomy, a minimally invasive procedure to remove blood clots from the brain, marking a significant advancement in stroke care in the region.
Sakra World Hospital in Bengaluru has inaugurated an Integrated Institute of Cancer Care and Blood Disorders, offering advanced treatments and multidisciplinary care.
A Mumbai-based cardiologist has published 'Heartstrong,' a comprehensive guide to heart health, addressing the lack of an 'instruction manual' for the human heart.
AIIMS Delhi surgeons performed a rare fully ceramic knee replacement on Dr Sunanda Gupta, who is severely allergic to metals. This case highlights personalized joint solutions, though ceramic implants are costly and uncommon.
A 23-year-old man's amputated finger was successfully reconstructed using an innovative surgical technique, restoring both function and appearance while providing a significant psychological boost.
Doctors at Sawai Man Singh Hospital in Jaipur successfully performed a complex robotic surgery on a 57-year-old patient with diaphragmatic eventration, showcasing advanced surgical technology benefits.
A 79-year-old patient with advanced cancer of the ureter and urinary bladder underwent successful robotic surgery at Chandan Hospital, achieving complete tumor clearance with minimal blood loss and stable recovery.