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23-07-2025
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Fortis Hospitals Mumbai Launches Citywide Campaign for Brain Health Awareness on World Brain Day
On the occasion of World Brain Day 2025, Fortis Hospitals Mumbai launched a unique citywide awareness campaign titled 'Helmet Pehna Kya', in an attempt to spark public dialogue around the importance of brain health and proactive care. The campaign, saw more than fifty volunteers walk the streets of Mumbai wearing helmets in unexpected places. Fortis Mumbais Helmet Pehna Kya sqad all set to engage Mumbaikars on World Brain Day 2025 Volunteers wearing helmets attracted attention and struck up conversations everywhere from local trains and flower markets to office parks and roadside food stands, leading Mumbaikars to wonder, 'Why are they wearing the helmet here'The answer To emphasize a crucial point: your brain should be protected every day, not only in the event of an accident. Fortis Hospitals Mumbai questioned common belief that brain safety is solely related to accident-related trauma by introducing a symbol of physical protection (the helmet) in routine, low or no-risk situations. Instead, the campaign reframed helmets as a symbol of routine checkups, mental wellness, early detection, and lifestyle modification. The initiative aims to remind people that brain health is a daily priority rather than an emergency, this innovative activation not only attracted Mumbaikars attention but also struck the relevant conversations. This initiative couldn't be timed better. Across India, neurological disorders are becoming an everyday reality for more and more families. Over the past three decades, cases of conditions like Stroke, Epilepsy, Migraine, and Dementia have more than doubled. Today, these account for almost 10% of the nation's overall disease burden; Stroke alone took the lives of nearly 7 lakh people in 2019. What's alarming is that stressors we live with daily: high blood pressure, poor diet choices, rising pollution levels, and chronic mental strain are the triggers. A comprehensive study led by the India State-Level Disease Burden Initiative-supported by ICMR, PHFI, IHME, and the Ministry of Health-highlighted these trends and published the findings in The Lancet Global Health. It is wake-up call, our brain health is far more fragile than we realise. That's what makes the Fortis Mumbai campaign so meaningful. By turning helmet into a powerful symbol, and carries a message that's hard to miss: protecting your brain is not just about reacting to emergencies; it's about living more mindfully, every single day. Talking about the initiative, Dr S Narayani, Business Head – Fortis Hospitals, Maharashtra, said, 'At Fortis, our mission goes beyond treating illness, we aim to prevent it through education and awareness. The helmet is a powerful choice for the campaign as it reminds us that just as we protect our head from injury on the roads, we must also protect our brain through awareness, timely action, and healthy choices. For us preventative healthcare is the foundation of a healthy society and through this campaign, we hope to engage the community, and empower them to take proactive steps towards better brain health.' As part of World Brain Day, Fortis Hospitals in Mumbai brought brain health awareness to the forefront with a unique, people-first approach. At all four units-Mulund, Kalyan, Vashi, and Mahim-Patient Care Services staff wore helmets within hospital premises, sparking heartfelt conversations with patients and their families about the importance of brain health. Community sessions hosted at open spaces helped Neurologists share insights on recognizing early warning signs, and stressed the value of timely care. The initiative extended to notable locations across Mumbai, as reactions and real-time moments were shared across Fortis Mumbai's social media pages, helping the message of brain health reach the community at large. 'When it comes to brain health, lifestyle plays a very important role and should not be overlooked. One particular acronym that tell my patients to lookout for is termed SHAAADOWSSS, which stands for Smoking, Hypertension, Age over 60 years, Alcohol Abuse, Atrial fibrillation, Diabetes, Obesity, Wellspring (family history), Stress, Sedentary Lifestyle and Sleep Disorders. True to its name, these conditions follow you around like a shadow and if left unmanaged they significantly increase your risk of developing issues like Stroke. The good news is simple, conscious changes in your daily routine can drastically lower that risk and protect your brain for the long run,' said Dr Ashok Hande, Director – NeuroSurgery, Fortis Hiranandani Hospital, Vashi, while talking about the role lifestyle awareness plays in brain health preservation. Dr Sreelakshmi N. Consultant-Neurology, S.L. Raheja Hospital, Mahim, said, 'Everything you experience flows from the brain. Yet, your brain remains the body's most sensitive organs. Issues like Stroke can appear suddenly, while conditions such as Dementia may develop gradually and quietly. That's why paying attention to even subtle changes matters. Don't ignore the signs your body may be giving you. Acting early can change outcomes.' Highlighting the role family history, Dr Gurneet Singh Sawhney, Director-Stereotaxy and Functional Neurosciences, Fortis Hospital, Mulund said, 'Family history plays a crucial role when managing disease burden. If someone in the patient's family has had ailments like Dementia, Stroke etc. then one's chances of developing neurological complications may be higher. That makes it even more critical to be aware of the warning signs, get regular health check-ups, and adopt a healthy lifestyle to reduce your risk.' DrRushabh Chheda, Consultant, Neurosurgery and Stroke Intervention Specialist, Fortis Hospital Kalyan, said, 'Brain health is too important to take chances with. Any warning sign you observe should be taken as a medical emergency, not be considered a wait-and-watch situation. There is a common saying in Neurology which says – time is brain – thus the quicker you act, the more brain function can be saved and every minute counts when it comes to protecting your brain and your life, so act fast to preserve what matters most.' The message is clear: it's time for Mumbai to act decisively with stronger strategies for prevention, better awareness, and more accessible neurological care-before this silent epidemic grows louder. About Fortis Healthcare Fortis Healthcare Limited – an IHH Healthcare Berhad Company – is a leading integrated healthcare services provider in India. It is one of the largest healthcare organizations in the country with 27 healthcare facilities, ~4,750 operational beds (including O&M facilities), and over 400 diagnostics centers (including JVs). The Company is listed on the BSE Ltd and National Stock Exchange (NSE) of India. It draws strength from its partnership with a global major and parent company – IHH, to build upon its culture of world-class patient care and superlative clinical excellence. Fortis employs over 23,000 people (including Agilus Diagnostics Limited) who share its vision of becoming the world's most trusted healthcare network. Fortis offers a full spectrum of integrated healthcare services ranging from clinics to quaternary care facilities and a wide range of ancillary services.
The Wire
09-07-2025
- Health
- The Wire
Fortis Hospital Kalyan Launches Quick Response Training (Code-QRT) Program on Doctors' Day for Healthcare Providers
The 15-day doctor training program aims to strengthen early medical response and improve patient outcomes across immediate geography Kalyan, Maharashtra, India (NewsVoir) Fortis Hospital in Kalyan today announced a clinician-led Quick Response Training (QRT) program, titled 'Code QRT,' aimed at equipping young first-line practitioners with vital diagnostic and clinical assessment skills. The 15-day training program was launched on Doctors' Day, July 1st 2025, marking a significant step toward empowering first-line practitioners. Code-QRT will be led by Dr. Jumana Haji, Program Director- ECMO, Fortis Hospitals Mumbai (Program Convener), Dr Manjeet Singh, First Aid and BLS & CPR Trainer, Fortis Hospitals Mumbai, Dr Sudhir Gore, HOD-Emergency Medicine, and Dr Manoj Kumar, Consultant-Emergency Medicine, Fortis Hospital Kalyan. The program highlighted Fortis Kalyan's commitment to empowering primary caregivers through upskilling, enabling them to better address the healthcare needs of patients in the region. Recognizing that many critically ill patients from Kalyan, Dombivali, and surrounding areas are transferred to tertiary centers in Mumbai at advanced stages, clinicians at Fortis Hospital Kalyan developed a training program to equip first-line practitioners, from the immediate periphery, with the essential knowledge and skills to provide effective care from the very first point of contact. The program offers education on essential aspects of patient care and resuscitation in a variety of emergency scenarios. It includes a combination of didactic lectures and hands-on training focused on patient history taking and physical examination, emergency imaging, ECG interpretation, effective communication during critical situations, interpretation of blood work and other investigations, and the use of simple decision-making tools to support timely and appropriate escalation of care. The pilot batch focuses on the Kalyan-Dombivali geography, and has seen overwhelming interest, with over 90 registrations; 75 first-line practitioners are expected to actively participate in this first cohort. Speaking about the initiative, Hon. Abhinav Goel, as the Municipal Commissioner of Kalyan-Dombivali Municipal Corporation (KDMC), said, 'Programs like Fortis' Code-QRT are more than just training—they're about building trust, skills, and stronger connections between hospitals and the caregivers who serve our communities every day. This initiative gives frontline providers the tools and confidence they need to assess, stabilize, and support patients in those critical first moments of care. By sharing knowledge and working together, we're making sure that quality healthcare truly begins where it's needed most—right in the heart of our communities.' Speaking about the program, Dr Ashutosh Pandey, Facility Director, Fortis Hospital, Kalyan, who conceptualized the initiative, said, 'At Fortis Hospital Kalyan, we believe that healthcare starts with the community. Many patients initially seek help at local clinics or nursing homes, and in those critical first moments, accurate diagnosis and appropriate escalation can make all the difference. Through Code-QRT we are investing in the clinicians who serve as the first point of contact in our healthcare ecosystem. Our goal is to ensure that every patient, regardless of where they live or whom they first consult, receives timely, appropriate primary care. This program is our way of strengthening the chain of care from the very start, and we're proud to walk hand-in-hand with community practitioners to make that possible.' Talking about what drove Fortis Hospital Kalyan to organize this training program, Dr Jumana Haji, Director – ECMO Program, Fortis Hospitals Mumbai & Code-QRT Program Convener, said, 'Many patients are decompensated by the time they reach higher centers. This delay often stems from limited diagnostic awareness at the first point of care; through Code-QRT, we want to bridge that gap. Our only goal is to ensure timely, appropriate care for patients. We see immense faith placed in community-level practitioners. If we can empower them to identify red flags early, we can save more lives.' With plans already in motion to expand across Mumbai—and eventually to other parts of the country—Code-QRT is helping build a stronger, more connected healthcare system that truly begins with the people who serve our communities every day. About Fortis Healthcare Limited Fortis Healthcare Limited – an IHH Healthcare Berhad Company – is a leading integrated healthcare services provider in India. It is one of the largest healthcare organizations in the country with 27 healthcare facilities, ~4,750 operational beds (including O&M facilities), and over 400 diagnostics centers (including JVs). The Company is listed on the BSE Ltd and National Stock Exchange (NSE) of India. It draws strength from its partnership with a global major and parent company - IHH, to build upon its culture of world-class patient care and superlative clinical excellence. Fortis employs over 23,000 people (including Agilus Diagnostics Limited) who share its vision of becoming the world's most trusted healthcare network. Fortis offers a full spectrum of integrated healthcare services ranging from clinics to quaternary care facilities and a wide range of ancillary services. (Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with Newsvoir and PTI takes no editorial responsibility for the same.). This is an auto-published feed from PTI with no editorial input from The Wire.
Fashion Value Chain
08-07-2025
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Fortis Hospital Kalyan Launches Quick Response Training (Code-QRT) Program on Doctors' Day for Healthcare Providers
Fortis Hospital in Kalyan today announced a clinician-led Quick Response Training (QRT) program, titled 'Code QRT,' aimed at equipping young first-line practitioners with vital diagnostic and clinical assessment skills. The 15-day training program was launched on Doctors Day, July 1st 2025, marking a significant step toward empowering first-line practitioners. Code-QRT will be led by Dr. Jumana Haji, Program Director- ECMO, Fortis Hospitals Mumbai (Program Convener), Dr Manjeet Singh, First Aid and BLS & CPR Trainer, Fortis Hospitals Mumbai, Dr Sudhir Gore, HOD-Emergency Medicine, and Dr Manoj Kumar, Consultant-Emergency Medicine, Fortis Hospital Kalyan. The program highlighted Fortis Kalyan's commitment to empowering primary caregivers through upskilling, enabling them to better address the healthcare needs of patients in the region. (L-R) Dr Vivek Mahajan, Dr Swapnil Keny, Dr Sudhir Gore, Dr Manoj Kumar & Dr Manjeet Singh at CODE-QRT inauguration at Fortis Hospital Kalyan on Doctors' Day 2025 Recognizing that many critically ill patients from Kalyan, Dombivali, and surrounding areas are transferred to tertiary centers in Mumbai at advanced stages, clinicians at Fortis Hospital Kalyan developed a training program to equip first-line practitioners, from the immediate periphery, with the essential knowledge and skills to provide effective care from the very first point of contact. The program offers education on essential aspects of patient care and resuscitation in a variety of emergency scenarios. It includes a combination of didactic lectures and hands-on training focused on patient history taking and physical examination, emergency imaging, ECG interpretation, effective communication during critical situations, interpretation of blood work and other investigations, and the use of simple decision-making tools to support timely and appropriate escalation of care. (C) Dr Jumana Haji and (R) Dr Manjeet Singh training the healthcare providers at CODE-QRT program, launched by Fortis Hospital Kalyan on the occasion of Doctors' Day The pilot batch focuses on the Kalyan-Dombivali geography, and has seen overwhelming interest, with over 90 registrations; 75 first-line practitioners are expected to actively participate in this first cohort. Speaking about the initiative, Hon. Abhinav Goel, as the Municipal Commissioner of Kalyan-Dombivali Municipal Corporation (KDMC), said, 'Programs like Fortis' Code-QRT are more than just training-they're about building trust, skills, and stronger connections between hospitals and the caregivers who serve our communities every day. This initiative gives frontline providers the tools and confidence they need to assess, stabilize, and support patients in those critical first moments of care. By sharing knowledge and working together, we're making sure that quality healthcare truly begins where it's needed most-right in the heart of our communities.' Speaking about the program, Dr Ashutosh Pandey, Facility Director, Fortis Hospital, Kalyan, who conceptualized the initiative, said, 'At Fortis Hospital Kalyan, we believe that healthcare starts with the community. Many patients initially seek help at local clinics or nursing homes, and in those critical first moments, accurate diagnosis and appropriate escalation can make all the difference. Through Code-QRT we are investing in the clinicians who serve as the first point of contact in our healthcare ecosystem. Our goal is to ensure that every patient, regardless of where they live or whom they first consult, receives timely, appropriate primary care. This program is our way of strengthening the chain of care from the very start, and we're proud to walk hand-in-hand with community practitioners to make that possible.' Talking about what drove Fortis Hospital Kalyan to organize this training program, Dr Jumana Haji, Director – ECMO Program, Fortis Hospitals Mumbai & Code-QRT Program Convener, said, 'Many patients are decompensated by the time they reach higher centers. This delay often stems from limited diagnostic awareness at the first point of care; through Code-QRT, we want to bridge that gap. Our only goal is to ensure timely, appropriate care for patients. We see immense faith placed in community-level practitioners. If we can empower them to identify red flags early, we can save more lives.' With plans already in motion to expand across Mumbai-and eventually to other parts of the country-Code-QRT is helping build a stronger, more connected healthcare system that truly begins with the people who serve our communities every day. About Fortis Healthcare Limited Fortis Healthcare Limited – an IHH Healthcare Berhad Company – is a leading integrated healthcare services provider in India. It is one of the largest healthcare organizations in the country with 27 healthcare facilities, ~4,750 operational beds (including O&M facilities), and over 400 diagnostics centers (including JVs). The Company is listed on the BSE Ltd and National Stock Exchange (NSE) of India. It draws strength from its partnership with a global major and parent company – IHH, to build upon its culture of world-class patient care and superlative clinical excellence. Fortis employs over 23,000 people (including Agilus Diagnostics Limited) who share its vision of becoming the world's most trusted healthcare network. Fortis offers a full spectrum of integrated healthcare services ranging from clinics to quaternary care facilities and a wide range of ancillary services.
Fashion Value Chain
06-06-2025
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Fortis Vashi Launches Specialised Blood Disorder Clinic
Fortis Hiranandani Hospital, Vashi, today launched the Blood Disorder Clinic in Navi Mumbai-a pioneering center dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment, and management of blood-related conditions. The unit, helmed by Dr Subhaprakash Sanyal, Director-Fortis Institute of Blood Disorders, Fortis Hospitals Mumbai, was inaugurated by Dr S Narayani, Business Head-Maharashtra, Fortis Hospitals and Mr Nitin Kamaria, Facility Director, Fortis Hiranandani Hospital Vashi. (L-R) Mr Nitin Kamaria, Dr Subhaprakash Sanyal, Dir. Institute of Blood Disorders, and Dr S. Narayani at the inauguration of Blood Disorder Clinic The Blood Disorder Clinic, a subset of Fortis Institute of Blood Disorders, will offer specialized care for life-threatening blood cancers such as Multiple Myeloma, Leukemia, and other serious hematologic conditions, as well as non-cancerous blood disorders like Anemia and Hematomas. Additionally, the clinic will provide cutting-edge CAR T-cell Therapy, a ground-breaking treatment offering new hope for patients with certain types of Blood Cancers. It aims to provide comprehensive, patient-centered services for individuals in need of expert care. Dr Subhaprakash Sanyal, Director-Fortis Institute of Blood Disorders, will be work closely with Dr Hamza Dalal, Consultant-Haematology and a team of specialists, to lead the Blood Disorder Clinic, providing dedicated care and support for patients and their caregivers. 'This Blood Disorder Clinic reflects our commitment to providing specialized care for those with blood-related conditions. We understand the challenges these patients face, and our goal is to provide them with the most advanced treatments, ongoing support, and a compassionate environment that promotes healing and holistic well-being. A first-of-its-kind program in Navi Mumbai is designed to be a safe space for patients to heal,' said Dr S. Narayani, Business Head-Maharashtra, Fortis Hospitals. 'This clinic represents a rare and invaluable resource in an area of treatment that is often overlooked and under-practiced. For those battling complex blood disorders and life-threatening conditions like Leukemia or Multiple Myeloma, having access to specialized care is not just a necessity-its a lifeline. The Blood Disorder Clinic will offer expert treatment in a field that requires precision, dedication, and a deep understanding of these rare and challenging conditions,' said Dr Subhaprakash Sanyal, Director-Fortis Institute of Blood Disorders, Fortis Hospitals Mumbai. With the launch of the Blood Disorder Clinic, Fortis Hiranandani Hospital, Vashi is redefining specialized care for blood-related conditions in Navi Mumbai. More than just a medical facility, the clinic is a lifeline for patients and their families-providing expert guidance, innovative therapies, and unwavering support every step of the way. As it embarks on this journey, the clinic is committed to setting new standards in blood disorder care, ensuring that every patient receives not just world-class treatment, but also the compassion and dignity they deserve. About Fortis Healthcare Limited Fortis Healthcare Limited – an IHH Healthcare Berhad Company – is a leading integrated healthcare services provider in India. It is one of the largest healthcare organizations in the country with 27 healthcare facilities, ~4,750 operational beds (including O&M facilities), and over 400 diagnostics centers (including JVs). The Company is listed on the BSE Ltd and National Stock Exchange (NSE) of India. It draws strength from its partnership with a global major and parent company – IHH, to build upon its culture of world-class patient care and superlative clinical excellence. Fortis employs over 23,000 people (including Agilus Diagnostics Limited) who share its vision of becoming the world's most trusted healthcare network. Fortis offers a full spectrum of integrated healthcare services ranging from clinics to quaternary care facilities and a wide range of ancillary services.
