March 1, 2024: Apollo Multispeciality Hospitals, Kolkata, marked a significant milestone today with the inauguration of the Apollo Tele-ICU Spoke at Tridev Hospital, located in Deoghar, Jharkhand. The inauguration ceremony took place today at Tridev Hospital in Deoghar.
The event was graced by esteemed guests including Mr. Rana Dasgupta, CEO Eastern Region, Apollo Hospitals Group; Dr. Ravi Prakash Mahajan, Director, Critical Care Integration & Transformation, Apollo Hospitals Group; Dr. Rakesh Kumar, Director & Dr. Namita
Joint Director – Tridev Hospital, ; Dr. Surinder Singh Bhatia, Director of Medical Services at Apollo Multispeciality Hospitals, Kolkata; and Dr. Arpan Chakraborty, Senior Consultant, Critical Care & ECMO Physician, Apollo Multispeciality Hospitals, Kolkata.
The newly inaugurated Tele-ICU is equipped with state-of-the-art technology, including 360-degree cameras and other advanced gadgets designed to monitor patients’ vital signs. This 24×7 real-time patient monitoring system allows for the prompt and efficient sharing of patient data with the Critical Care team, ensuring timely medical intervention. Additionally, the Tele-ICU offers critical care support with superspeciality consultation back-up, further enhancing patient care and outcomes.
Tele-ICU services leverage cutting-edge technologies such as video conferencing, remote monitoring, and electronic medical records to provide exceptional care to critically ill patients, irrespective of their geographical location. This initiative is very important for Deoghar. The establishment of the tele-ICU at Tridev Hospital marks a significant leap forward in healthcare accessibility, particularly for the pilgrims who converge from across India during Shiv Ratri. During critical medical situations, the Tele-ICU will serve as a crucial resource, guaranteeing swift medical aid and necessary interventions, thereby emerging as a lifeline for pilgrims in urgent need of medical attention.
Mr. Dasgupta said, “This tele-ICU initiative at Tridev Hospital represents a vital step forward in extending medical care to pilgrims during their holy journey to Deoghar. In times of need, it will serve as a beacon of hope, providing timely interventions and support, ensuring their well-being and safety.”
The inauguration of the Tele-ICU at Tridev Hospital represents Apollo Hospitals Group’s commitment to leveraging technology to expand access to high-quality healthcare services across geographies.