SRINAGAR: In a significant leap towards providing advanced healthcare services to the people of Kashmir valley, Advisor to Lieutenant Governor, Rajeev Rai Bhatnagar, today inaugurated a state-of-the-art Catheterization Laboratory (Cath Lab) and CT Scan Unit at Ujala Cygnus Super Speciality Hospital, Nowgam here.
This remarkable milestone affirms the commitment of the J&K Government towards providing advanced and world-class medical facilities to the people of UT with the constant development of medical infrastructure across J&K.
Speaking during the sidelines of the event, Advisor Bhatnagar said that the present LG-led administration has made remarkable strides in the establishment of high-class medical infrastructure in Jammu and Kashmir. He added that 13 Medical Colleges, 2 AIIMS, state-of-the-art Cancer Institutes, Paediatric Hospitals, and other related facilities have been established in Jammu and Kashmir which has rapidly transformed the health care system in the region.
Advisor highlighted that the Ayushman Bharat SEHAT scheme has been launched by the J&K government with an aim to ensure that people can get treatment facilities in any advanced medical care establishment across the country.
Regarding the newly established Cath Lab at Ujala Cygnus Super Speciality Hospital, Advisor Bhatnagar said that this facility has been equipped with state-of-the-art technology that will enable the diagnosis and treatment of complex cardiac conditions. He added that this advanced facility will play a crucial role in treating cardiac-related issues leading to improved outcomes for patients with heart-related ailments.
Advisor further said that the hospital’s new CT Scan Unit is a significant addition to its diagnostic capabilities which will facilitate effective treatment planning and better patient care. He emphasized the importance of accessible and advanced medical facilities in the region, enabling timely and accurate diagnosis and treatment for patients.
Pertinently, the state-of-the-art Cath Lab will ensure 24*7 treatment for all cardiac-related issues under the Ayushman Bharat SEHAT scheme. The Cath Lab and CT Scan Unit would significantly contribute to improving patient care and reducing the need for patients to travel long distances for specialized medical services.
