AOI Babina conducts informative CME
Source: Chronicle News Service
Imphal, September 16 2023:
The American Oncology Institute (AOI) at Babina Specialty Hospital joined hands with College of Nursing in hosting an enriching Continuing Medical Education (CME) event at the AOI, Khabeisoi in Imphal East on Saturday.
The event participated by around 60 nursing students centred on "Cancer Screening, Early Detection & Treatment Modalities".
Health professionals, namely Dr Dhaneshore Sharma, senior consultant in Radiation Oncology, and Dr Dhanabir Thangjam, consultant in surgical oncology, delivered educational presentations covering various facets of cancer screening, early detection, and advanced treatment modalities.
Their insightful presentations were designed to deepen attendees' understanding of the significance of early cancer detection and the latest strides in cancer treatment.
In a noteworthy announcement during the event, facility director of AOI Babina Specialty Hospital Manas Majumder disclosed a pivotal update declaring that the hospital, which currently charges Rs 25,000 for a PET CT Scan test from patients, will now offer this service free of charge for individuals holding health cards under AB-PMJAY (Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana) and CMHT (Chief Ministergi Hakshelgi Tengbang).
This initiative stands as a testament to AOI Babina Specialty Hospital's dedication to delivering accessible and high-quality healthcare to the people of Manipur and neighbouring north eastern states, he said.
Majumder also reiterated the hospital's unwavering commitment to advancing early cancer detection and providing top-notch healthcare services to the community.