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Time of India
03-08-2025
- Health
- Time of India
SGPGIMS gets state's first fully automated pathology laboratory
Lucknow: To cut down the time taken for diagnostic tests and improve report accuracy, Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGIMS) on Sunday inaugurated Uttar Pradesh's first fully automated laboratory in its department of pathology (clinical chemistry section). The advanced system, developed by Beckman Coulter, can process over 4,000 tests per hour and automates every step—from sample preparation to sorting and final testing. Tasks that were earlier done manually and were prone to delays and human error are now streamlined by the system. "With this fully automated Beckman Coulter system, we can deliver results for routine tests like liver function, kidney function, thyroid and blood glucose much earlier—sometimes within an hour," said Prof Manoj Jain, head of the department of pathology. "The system handles everything from sample preparation to sorting and testing without manual intervention, ensuring faster and more reliable outcomes. This advancement significantly improves report turnaround time, enhances accuracy and helps clinicians make quicker treatment decisions." SGPGIMS now joins a select group of hospitals in the country with such advanced lab automation. The laboratory upgrade also aligns with the institute's goal of offering world-class healthcare and bringing cutting-edge diagnostic facilities to patients from across the state. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like TV providers are furious: this gadget gives you access to all channels Techno Mag Learn More Undo "This upgrade is all about improving patient care. We want to make sure our patients get the right diagnosis at the right time," said Prof RK Dhiman, director, SGPGIMS. Dr Raghavendra, in charge of the lab, who led the transformation, added, "This isn't just a lab upgrade—it's a shift in how we practice modern medicine. Our lab is now faster, safer, and smarter—and our patients are the biggest winners." Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Friendship Day wishes , messages and quotes !
Time of India
02-08-2025
- Health
- Time of India
SGPGIMS docs highlight benefits of breastfeeding
A series of activities were organised at SGPGIMS as part of the World Breastfeeding Awareness Week 2025 on Saturday. Conducted jointly by the departments of maternal and reproductive health and neonatology, the events aimed to dispel myths around breastfeeding and sensitise people on the issue. Director Prof RK Dhiman was present on the occasion. TNN Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Friendship Day wishes , messages and quotes !
Time of India
26-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
2-day masterclass on Viral Hepatitis at SGPGI
Lucknow: To raise awareness about viral hepatitis, the hepatology department of SGPGI organised a two-day masterclass on viral hepatitis for postgraduate medical students and practitioners in the run-up to World Hepatitis Day on July 28. HoD Prof Amit Goel programme featured a comprehensive series of lectures and discussions on various types of viral hepatitis, with focus on hepatitis B and C. Emphasising that viral hepatitis can be fatal and claims millions of lives each year, the experts said the initiative by this newly established department is expected to strengthen the medical community's response and raise awareness among the wider population. Director Prof RK Dhiman said: "Viral hepatitis could only be eliminated by 2030, if young doctors and practising physicians are adequately trained on its importance." Over 150 medical students and practising physicians from Lucknow and neighbouring districts attended the programme. The participants presented their research on viral hepatitis and were awarded prizes for their work.
Time of India
15-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
SGPGIMS to anchor UP's prog on prevention of rheumatic heart disease
1 2 Lucknow: The state govt is set to roll out an elaborate campaign to achieve early diagnosis of rheumatic fever (RF) and rheumatic heart disease (RHD) – which affect at least 2-3 out of 1000 children in Uttar Pradesh. Prior to a full-fledged launch, a pilot of the campaign called 'RHD Roko' will be rolled out in Lucknow with the help of Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGIMS) under the stewardship of the departments of medical education and health. "Recently, an outline of the campaign was finalised by the scientific advisory committee (SAC) that includes experts in cardiology from SGPGI besides agencies like Stanford Biodesign, American Heart Association, Fortis Escorts, UP National Health Mission, and others," said SGPGIMS director Prof RK Dhiman. "Departments of cardiology and cardiovascular and thoracic will anchor the efforts. The aim is to ensure early screening of children with RF or RHD through a multi-tiered clinical pathway," he said. "The main causes of RF/RHD in developing countries like ours include poor living conditions, overcrowding, and lack of a strong population-based surveillance system for problems like pharyngitis. A decline in the burden of RF/RHD in India can be achieved only with an organised approach for which this campaign was conceptualised," said head of cardiology department, SGPGIMS, Prof Aditya Kapoor. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Forget Furosemide, Use This Household Item To Help Drain Edema Fluid WellnessGuide Learn more Undo The scientific committee – which is presided over by principal secretary, medical education, Partha Sarthi Sen Sharma – has laid emphasis on early diagnosis and treatment of streptococcal (sore throat) infections to prevent RF/RHD. Underscoring the importance of a structured programme at the national and state level for prevention and control, the committee also recommended a community-based surveillance system to detect RF/RHD, based on symptoms, audible murmurs, and echocardiography. "RHD Roko's multi-tiered clinical pathway includes initial screening via simple questionnaire. Suspected cases would undergo assessment by an AI-enabled digital stethoscope for murmur detection, and echocardiography at district hospitals. The confirmed cases would be referred to SGPGIMS for tertiary care," Sharma said. He hoped that UP would serve as a model for RHD elimination across India. "The project represents a transformative effort in India's public health landscape, bringing together govt leadership, clinical expertise, technology innovation, and community engagement," he said. The programme would use field workers of Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (RBSK) as the first point of contact with schoolchildren, which makes it implementable. "Such models show how global innovation and local implementation can come together to solve complex health challenges," Prof Dhiman said. AI stethoscope (designed by Tricog, AI Steth India) was tested in SGPGI and found to be reliable in picking up heart disease.
Time of India
23-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Health ATM launched at SGPGI
Lucknow: A state-of-the-art automated healthcare machine, which is a self-service digital health kiosk designed to provide basic health testing and diagnostic services, was installed at the SGPGI on Monday. Inaugurated by director Prof RK Dhiman, the Health ATM is a touchscreen-based digital health kiosk, equipped with advanced sensors and testing devices and is capable of checking over 20 health parameters within minutes. The services included are blood pressure, blood sugar (blood glucose), ECG, oxygen saturation (SpO2), BMI, body temperature, pulse rate. The system is also linked to telemedicine and e-prescription facilities, allowing patients to remotely consult specialists for minor ailments and get primary check-ups done. The authorities also dedicated a Parag milk booth at the institute.
