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New Indian Express
4 days ago
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Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan unveils VIMSAR's new super-specialty block in Odisha
SAMBALPUR: The much-awaited super-specialty building of Veer Surendra Sai Institute of Medical Sciences And Research (VIMSAR), Burla was inaugurated by Union Education Minister and Sambalpur MP Dharmendra Pradhan on Friday evening. Developed at a cost of approximately Rs 125 crore under the Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY), the super-specialty block is equipped with 272 beds including 58 ICU ones. It features nine super-speciality departments of urology, nephrology, neurology, neurosurgery, paediatric surgery, plastic surgery, gastroenterology, endocrinology, and clinical haematology. Speaking on the occasion, Pradhan emphasised the need for doctors trained in Odisha to serve within the state. 'If our medical students choose to stay and work in Odisha, only then can the state become a leader in healthcare.' He announced addition of 50 more seats to VIMSAR's current intake and said the state is mulling to redevelop the medical institute through a comprehensive master plan. The government has already announced the establishment of a unified dental college on VIMSAR campus in the current budget.
New Indian Express
14-05-2025
- New Indian Express
Odisha CM announces Rs 1.8 crore for Sital Sasthi Yatra
SAMBALPUR: The Odisha government's announcement of a financial grant of Rs 1.8 crore for Sital Sasthi Yatra has brought cheer to the people of Sambalpur. The assistance, announced by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Monday, aims to preserve and promote Odia culture, heritage and traditional festivals. The fund will be distributed among 21 committees involved in organising the marriage of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati in Sambalpur city and nearby regions. On Tuesday, Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari reviewed the arrangements for Sital Sasthi Yatra which will commence from May 31. Addressing mediapersons after the meeting, Pujari said considering the prevailing heatwave conditions, it is essential to ensure adequate facilities to help people beat the heat. 'I have suggested involving voluntary organisations to efficiently manage the crowd. Moreover, uninterrupted power and drinking water supply will be ensured throughout the festival.' He further said 12 medical teams including doctors from VIMSAR, Burla would be deployed across key locations in Sambalpur city during the festival. Additionally, police have been instructed to remain vigilant and prevent any criminal activity during the celebrations. Among others, revenue divisional commissioner (North) Sachin Ramchandra Jadhav, IG (Northern Range) Himanshu Lal, Sambalpur collector Siddheshwar Baliram Bondar, SP Mukesh Bhamoo and SMC commissioner Vedbhushan attended the meeting.
New Indian Express
09-05-2025
- Health
- New Indian Express
VIMSAR introduces ACL reconstruction surgery
SAMBALPUR: The Orthopaedics department of Veer Surendra Sai Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (VIMSAR) in Burla has introduced ligament reconstruction surgery, providing much-needed relief to patients in western Odisha, who previously had to travel to Cuttack or Bhubaneswar for similar procedures. The advanced medical procedure primarily focuses on reconstructing the Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL), which connects the thigh bone (femur) to the shin bone (tibia) inside the knee. ACL injuries are common among athletes and individuals engaged in physical activities, often requiring surgical intervention for full recovery. Private hospitals typically charge around Rs 2 to Rs 3 lakh for such procedures, but VIMSAR has set a remarkable precedent by offering the surgery free of cost. Head of Orthopaedics department Dr Brajamohan Sahu said these procedures have become possible due to the arthroscopy machine, which was procured a few months back with the CSR funds provided by Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL). 'Initially, we conducted minor surgeries using the equipment. But now, we have started performing complex surgeries. On Wednesday, we successfully completed ACL reconstruction on a 35-year-old patient from Sambalpur. So far, around 30 ligament reconstruction procedures have been conducted using this modern equipment,' he said. The latest surgery was conducted on a patient from Sambalpur under the supervision of Dr Sahu and Professor PK Merli. The surgical team also comprised Dr Prabhakar Tripathy, Dr Debiprasad Nanda, Dr Bikash Dubey, Dr Shivanand Budhia, Dr Sohan Samal and Dr Preetam Jena.
