PGI neurosurgery dept bags award
The Apex Trauma Centre now treats 17,000 patients annually and performs 4,000 surgeries a year. SGPGIMS was represented by Dr Kamlesh Singh Bhaisora and Dr Ved Prakash Maurya, who showcased the institute's neurotrauma services. tnn
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