Doctors at Vadodara's SSG Hospital performed emergency surgery to save a boy who suffered critical multi-organ injuries from an accidental air gun pellet. The pellet pierced his liver, gallbladder, and intestine.
Ahmedabad's FRIGE Institute establishes India's inaugural national biobank for lysosomal storage disorders, housing 530 patient samples to advance research and treatment for over 70 rare genetic conditions.
Experts at the Indian Academy of Echocardiography conference highlight how advanced imaging techniques like AI, 3D echocardiography, and strain imaging are revolutionizing diagnosis and treatment of heart conditions.
The Cancer Care Hub at IPGMER & SSKM Hospital in Kolkata is set to launch radiation oncology services by late March or early April, featuring state-of-the-art LINAC machines and over 350 beds.
Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty emphasizes digital parenting and online safety for children on Safer Internet Day 2026, urging parents to engage actively.
A pioneering book on paediatric and adolescent gynaecology was unveiled in Haryana, addressing critical health issues for young girls and marking a significant advancement in specialised medical literature.
Doctors at SGPGI Lucknow successfully restored hearing in a 23-year-old road accident survivor using a next-generation cochlear implant, marking the first such procedure in Uttar Pradesh with near-normal speech coding technology.
The Command Hospital in Chandigarh organized a significant conference on haematology, focusing on blood disorders, with experts discussing advancements and treatment strategies.
Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences in Lucknow performed over 300 robotic surgeries in 11 months, with urology leading at 253 cases, enhancing precision and patient outcomes.
The Lari cardiology department in Lucknow will soon use excimer laser coronary atherectomy (ELCA), a Rs 5 crore system, to treat calcified heart arteries, potentially reducing stent needs and improving patient outcomes.
KGMU medical experts caution that gallstones larger than 3mm should not be ignored, as delayed treatment can cause serious complications including gallbladder cancer. Diabetics face higher risk due to cholesterol.
Dr Prakash Khetan, a neurosurgeon from Prayagraj, revived a passenger in cardiac arrest at Navi Mumbai airport using CPR and acupressure, with help from airport medical teams.
A landmark study tracking over 5,400 childhood cancer survivors across India reveals a 94.5% five-year survival rate, with 92% alive and in remission as of December 2024.
Doctors at GMERS Medical College in Vadodara successfully treated a 61-year-old US-based NRI with advanced mucormycosis using endoscopic surgery, preserving his eye, upper jaw, and hard palate.
Dr Jyoti Prakash from AIIMS Patna receives the Fellowship of Diabetes India at the World Congress of Diabetes & Obesity in Hyderabad, recognizing his contributions to diabetes care and research.
Former Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh has been discharged from a private hospital in Mohali after undergoing a successful knee replacement surgery. He is now recovering at home.
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A groundbreaking study reveals conventional IVF egg retrieval methods often miss eggs. New automated technology significantly increases recovery, potentially improving birth outcomes.
Discover the crucial heart health tests recommended by top doctors for individuals over 40, including cholesterol checks, blood pressure monitoring, and advanced screenings to prevent cardiovascular disease.
Metropolis Healthcare's Centre of Genomics hosted a multi-specialty genomics symposium to accelerate precision medicine in India, focusing on clinical applications and collaboration.
A 35-week-old preterm twin in Pune has survived a rare congenital diaphragmatic hernia after nearly two months of intensive care and a high-risk surgery at Sahyadri Hospitals.
A new study published in Resuscitation suggests that brain activity and consciousness can continue for up to an hour after cardiac arrest, challenging long-held medical assumptions about death.
A new study published in Resuscitation suggests consciousness may continue even after the heart stops beating, with patients reporting vivid memories during clinical death.
AIIMS Delhi is preparing to launch India's first face transplant programme, marking a major advancement in reconstructive surgery and medical innovation.
AIIMS Delhi has formally launched India's pioneering face transplant program, aiming to perform the country's first such surgery within a year. This complex procedure offers hope for patients with severe facial deformities from acid attacks, burns, and in
Ten-month-old Aalin Sherin Abraham from Pathanamthitta becomes Kerala's youngest organ donor, saving four lives after being declared brain-dead following a road accident. Her parents' courageous decision offers hope amid immense grief.
Doctors at SUM Ultimate Medicare in Bhubaneswar performed a below-knee advanced endovascular atherectomy using Jetstream technology, preventing amputation for a patient with severe arterial blockage.
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The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences has released the schedule for in-person collection of FMGE December 2025 pass certificates. Qualified candidates must collect certificates from NBEMS Dwarka between January 23 and April 14, 2026.
Cardiologists at CARDICON 2026 conference highlight that persistent breathlessness often masks underlying heart conditions. Early cardiac evaluation is crucial for timely diagnosis and treatment.