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Awareness Talk for Anganwadi Workers by Fortis experts

DATE1_st August 2017 - 1_st August 2017

TIME04:00 pm - 05:00 pm

Dr Sunil Agrawal, Neonatologist, and Lactation Consultant, Dr Rabia Kapur (PT), gave a talk on the importance of

breastfeding to Anganwadi workers at Dhanas, on the occasion of World Breastfeeding Week. Enlightening the audience on the importance of breastfeeding, Dr Sunil said that breast milk is a perfect food which has all the important ingredients that are not found in any other infant formula. These are required to build the baby’s immune system.

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Fortis Mohali in association with Vatsalchaya, organized a free medical checkup camp and an awareness session on, ‘Women’s health & hygiene’ at Colony 4, Chandigarh. The audience were informed about common health problems such as anemia, protein and calcium deficiency, …

Scientific talk on ‘Recent advances in heart failure management’

Fortis Mohali organized a scientific talk on ‘Recent advances in heart failure management’ at The Taj, Chandigarh. A full house of physicians of the Tricity participated in the session. The key presenter was Dr Rajat Sharma, Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who …

Workshop for mommies To Be

Team Mamma Mia, Mohali, had organized a session on ‘Know more about your baby’s position’.The session emphasized on the importance of good posture during pregnancy and it’s benefits, like reducing back & pelvic pain. The session was conducted by Dr Rabia and was …

75 students attend Basic Life Support workshop

FHM in association with Rotary Club Mohali organized a Basic Life Support training workshop for students of class 8th of St Soldiers School, Mohali. Over 75 students, teachers and Rotary members attended the workshop. The training was imparted by our ACLS & BLS trained team lead by Dr …

Dr Ravul Jindal keynote speaker at conference in Egypt

Dr Ravul Jindal, Director, Vascular Surgery, attended AFROCHAP-IX VSE XIII MLAVS XXVII meet at Aswan, Egypt. He was also the keynote speaker for sessions on ‘Sizing before EVAR – How to make it simple’ and ‘Diabetic Ischemic Foot – How to choose …

Girl students attend session on Adolescent changes

An awareness session on ‘Adolescent Changes’ was organized for female students of class 6th, of The Knowledge Bus School, Sunny Enclave, Kharar. This session was conducted by Dr Ritambhra Bhalla, Consultant - Gynaecology & Obs,…

Heart Palpitations - health talk for seniors

An informative session on ‘Heart Palpitations’ was held for members of CGPWS. The keynote speaker for this session was Dr Rajat Sharma, Consultant - Cardiac Electrophysiology. Dr Rajat educated the audience that millions of people in the world experience …

Weekend Conversations on Kidney Disease

Dr Amit Sharma, Consultant, Nephrology, addressed more than 130 people on ‘Kidney Problems’, under the forum of Weekend Conversations. He spoke to the audience about the function and importance of kidneys, how we can prevent kidney disease, and treatment options. …

450 screened at health camps organized by Fortis Foundation

Fortis Foundation in association with Fortis Mohali organized a series of free medical checkup camps across the region. These are images from a camp at Old Age Home, Rongla Village, Patiala. Dr Anurag Vir screened 167 people. Free tests such as BP and RBS …

Glimpses of Republic Day celebrations

Nor rain nor thunder could mar the Republic Day celebrations at Fortis Mohali. Dr Sudesh Prabhakar, Director, Neurology, hoisted the tricolour. The event witnessed attendance from senior clinicians and administrators. For …

Dr Ravul Jindal delivers lecture at APICON 2017

Dr Ravul Jindal, Director, Vascular Surgery, attended the 72nd Annual Conference of The Association of Physicians of India (APICON 2017) as a Faculty at Mumbai. He delivered a lecture on ‘Varicose Veins - Anatomy, Physiology …

Prof (Dr) Mukut Minz to be awarded Padma Shri

An eminent Transplant Surgeon and Director – Renal & Pancreas Transplant Surgery, FHM, Prof (Dr) Mukut Minz will be honoured with the prestigious Padma Shri for his contribution to the field of Medicine. The …

Health camp at Dewan Housing Finance Ltd

Fortis Mohali organized a diet and medicine counseling session for employees of Dewan Housing Finance Limited at their Regional Office, Chandigarh. Dr Navjot and Dt Shruti Sehgal provided consultation to 64 employees. …

Road Map for Motherhood – session by Mamma Mia

Team Mamma Mia, Mohali, organized a session titled ‘Road Map For Motherhood’. The session is a navigator for moms-to-be, addressing concerns, clearing doubts, answering queries and busting myths about pregnancy & motherhood. Dr Rabia Kapur conducted the …

Air pollution and its impact on lungs - health talk

An informative session on ‘Air pollution and its impact on lungs’ was held for the members of Rotary Club Mohali & Kharar at FHM. More than 44 members of the association attended the session. Dr Zafar Ahmad Iqbal, Consultant – Pulmonology, Sleep …

E-OPD centre launched in Jammu

Fortis Mohali joined hands with Emedify Solutions Private Limited to launch its first Fortis-Consultnext Centre at Gandhi Nagar in Jammu. The centre allows patients to have live consultations with Fortis doctors in Mohali without travelling all the way. Similar centres will be set up in …

Adopt a healthy lifestyle to prevent heart attack – health talk by Dr RK Jaswal

Fortis Mohali organized a health talk for members of Senior Citizens’ Association, Patiala, in which Dr RK Jaswal, Director, Cardiology, was the keynote speaker. Dr Jaswal spoke on ‘Adopt a healthy life style to prevent heart attack’. The …

Fortis Mohali hailed as the Green Healthcare Brand of the Year

Congratulations, Team Engineering, for this laurel!

Free eye check-up in association with Traffic Police

Fortis Mohali in association with Chandigarh Traffic Police organized a free eye check-up camp for auto rickshaw and cab drivers of tricity at Traffic Police Lines, Sec 29, Chandigarh. This activity was part of the ongoing Road Safety Week celebrations of Chandigarh Traffic …

Health talk and medical camp at Govt Home Science College

On the occasion of National Dietetics day, Fortis Mohali, in association with Indian Dietetics Association, Chandigarh Chapter, organized informative talks on ‘Role of diet in leading a healthy life’ at Govt. Home Science College, Chandigarh, for tricity dieticians. More …

180 screened at two day health camp in Karnal

Fortis Mohali had organized a health camp on 8th and 22 January 2017 in association with Virk Hospital, Karnal. Dr GS Kalra, Director, Cardiology, screened180 people during the camp.

60 screened at a health check camp in Barwala

Fortis Fortis Foundation in association with Mittal Clinic & Sarpanch of Barwala Village, organized a camp, in which more than 60 people were screened. Fortis Mohali medical team worked hard to make this camp a success.

60 screened at a health check camp in Barwala

Fortis Fortis Foundation in association with Mittal Clinic & Sarpanch of Barwala Village, organized a camp, in which more than 60 people were screened. Fortis Mohali medical team worked hard to make this camp a success.

Dr RK Jaswal advises Tricity to be extra cautious of heart health during winter

Advising residents of Tricity on ways to prevent a winter heart attack, Dr RK Jaswal, Director, Cardiology, Fortis Mohali, said that winters are especially hard on the cardiac health, and hence people should be extra cautious. For the …

Students learn Basic Life Support skills

A BLS training workshop was organized for students of Class XII of KBDAV Senior Secondary Public School, Chandigarh. The training was imparted by ACLS & BLS trained team led by Clinical Instructors Sister Harvinder and Sister Parvesh. …

BLS workshop at Chitkara Nursing School

A BLS training workshop was organized for the staff and nursing students of Chitkara School of Nursing Education at Chitkara University, Rajpura. Over 45 teachers and students attended the workshop. The training was imparted by ACLS & BLS trained team led by Assistant Chief of Nursing

Talk on ‘posture-related problems’ in IPD Lobby

An informative session on ‘Posture-related problems’ was held in IPD Lobby as part of 'Weekend Conversations' series. Dr Harmanpreet Kaur from the Physiotherapy Department spoke about the common posture-related problems and said …

Dt Sonia Gandhi delivers talk at DMCH Ludhiana

Dt Sonia Gandhi, Head – Dietetics & Nutrition at Fortis Mohali, was one of the speakers during the 2nd CNE on Liver-GI Disorders organized by DMC & Hospital, Ludhiana. She shared her views on ‘Nutrition Interventions’ and the same …

Session on ‘Positive Healing’ at Saarthak

Fortis Hospital Mohali, under the aegis of Saarthak – a support group for cancer survivors, organized a session on ‘Positive Healing’ by Brahmkumari Prem Lataji. The purpose of this meet was to offer continuous support for the well-being of our patients. The programme …

Heart disease a leading cause of death in women: Dr Arun

Dr Arun Kochar, Senior Cardiologist, addressed 34 women doctors of tricity, on ‘Women and Heart Disease’. He said that women are generally unaware of the fact that they have high propensity of developing cardiovascular disease during their lifetime. There is a …

Prevention of vascular disease in Obs & Gynaecology

Dr Ravul Jindal, Director, Vascular Surgery, delivered a lecture on ‘Prevention of Vascular Disease in Obstetrics & Gyanecology with special reference to Deep Venous Thrombosis’, at the Mohali Obs & Gynaecology Society Meeting. Around 130 …

School students learn about self-esteem from Dr Waraich

A very informative session on ‘Self-esteem’ was conducted for the students of classes 9th & 10th of Manav Mangal Smart School, Mohali, by Dr Simmi Waraich, Consultant, Psychiatry. More than 350 students …

Students spread Christmas cheer in the hospital

Students from Vivek High School, Mohali and Chandigarh, came and brightened the hospital with beautiful decorations. They put huge smiles on the faces of our patients, and for that, we are very grateful!

Dr Swapna addresses women employees of Sun Pharma

Dr Swapna Misra delivered a talk on ‘Healthy Lifestyle for Women in Today’s Competitive World’ at Sun Pharma. Close to 30 women employees attended the talk, which focused on diet, lifestyle modification and importance of preventive health checkups at …

Christmas celebrations paint Fortis Mohali in festive hues

Santa Claus came visiting Fortis Mohali with loads of joy as Fortisians celebrated the cherished festival with full gusto. The activities included ‘Santa on Call’, ‘Area Decorations’, ‘Christmas Tree decoration’, colourful stalls and the grand finale –…

Session on Ergonomics: The Science of Healthy Posture

An awareness session on ‘Ergonomics: The science of Healthy Posture’ was organized by Fortis Mohali for faculty members from various colleges of India, at Panjab University, Chandigarh. Dr Deepak Joshi, Consultant, Spine Surgery, was the speaker …

FHM bags the coveted ‘Green Healthcare Brand of the Year’

At an award ceremony organised in Delhi, by Indian Health Awards, Fortis Mohali bagged the Green Healthcare Brand of the Year! Shri Parshottam Rupala, Central Union Minister of Government of India, Agriculture, Farmers Welfare & Panchayati Raj, was the chief guest. The award was …

170 screened at health camp in Panchkula

FHM, in association with Jain Sabha, organized a health camp in Panchkula. Dr Karun Behal, Senior Cardiologist, Dr Deepak Joshi, Spine Surgeon, Dr Simranjit Kaur, from Medicine, & Dt Shruti, screened more than 170 people. View Event Glimpse -

Awareness session on common gastric ailments

An awareness session on common gastric ailments was organized for the employees of Bharat Electronics Limited, Pahchkula. Dr Arvind Sahni, Director, Gastroenterology & Hepatology, was the speaker. 60 people attended the session. Dr Sahni shared …

Stress management – health talk

Fortis Mohali organized a health talk on ‘Stress Management’ for the employees of JW Marriott. Dr Arun Kochar, Senior Consultant, Cardiology, was the keynote speaker for this session. He spoke on how to cope up with stress in today’s competitive world. 53 …

FHM nurses come forward to pledge organs

Fortis has launched a new initiative – ‘More To Give’, a campaign focusing on sensitizing the nation about the need of stepping up to donate organs for saving lives. FHM nurses come forward to pledge organs, thus extending their support to the noble cause.

82 screened in cardiac screening camp

Fortis Mohali organized a cardiac screening camp in association with SGPC Gurudwara, Sector 44. The camp was inaugurated by Mr Eish Singhal, SP Chandigarh Police. Dr. Robin screened 82 at the camp.

Seniors attend talk on common neurological problems

An informative session on ‘Neurological problems among elderly’ was organized for the members of Railways Senior Citizens Welfare Society in the auditorium of Government Arts Museum, Sector 10, Chandigarh. Dr Sudesh Prabhakar, …

Session on Healthy eating organized for students

An informative session on ‘Importance of Eating Healthy’ was organized for the students of Oakridge International School, Mohali. Dt Sonia Gandhi, Head-Department of Dietetics, shared information on the importance of childhood nutrition. …

Oakridge students learn about growing up healthily

Fortis Hospital Mohali organized an awareness session on ‘Growing up in a healthy way’ for students of Class V at Oakridge International School, Mohali. Over 40 students accompanied by 2 teachers attended this session. Dr Swati Gupta, Consultant-Paediatrics,…

FHM extends a helping hand as Mohali queues up for cash

Carrying forward the ‘Fortis Cares’ project under the aegis of Fortis Charitable Foundation, Fortisians from Mohali extended a helping hand to citizens queuing up at various banks and ATMs across the city.

CME on Managing joint pain organized at Una

A CME was organized at Una on 'Managing joint pain' during which Dr Ramesh K Sen (Director - Joint Replacement & Orthopaedics) addressed a gathering of over 30 doctors.

FHM extends a helping hand as Mohali queues up for cash

To support the national agenda set by the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India following the demonetization, Fortis Charitable Foundation, under its SEWA initiative, extended a helping hand to citizens queuing up at various banks and ATMs across the country. Through this SEWA, Fortisians …

2nd BLS workshop for students of Mohali school

FHM organized 2nd Basic Life Support Training Workshop for Class 6th students of Learning Paths School, Mohali. About 80 students and 3 teachers attended the program. BLS training was imparted by our ACLS & BLS trained instructors Dr Parvinder Chawla

Session on ‘Pubertal Changes’ at DPS School, Chandigarh

An awareness session on understanding adolescence was organized for the boys of Classes 6, 7 & 8. Dr Sachin Mittal, Consultant Endocrinologist, interacted with the boys and addressed their queries. More than 350 boys attended the session. This session was conducted …

Weekend Conversation on Diabetic Retinopathy

Weekend Conversations on ‘Diabetic Retinopathy’ by Dr Mukesh Vats, a Retina Specialist, was organized in IPD lobby. About 60-65 people attended the talk. Speaking on the topic, Dr Mukesh said that that Retinopathy is a condition where the small blood vessels in …

Fortis Mohali ranked in The Week – Nielsen Survey 2016

FHM has been ranked as the third best hospital in the tricity, and continues to be the No 1 Best Private Hospital in ‘The Week Nielsen Survey 2016 - Best Hospitals’. Congratulations Team FHM!

Dr Deepak Joshi features in The Week

17 year old Inderpreet’s miraculous recovery was featured in The Week, under exceptional cases. The surgery was performed by Dr Deepak Joshi, Consultant, Spine Surgery. Kudos Dr Joshi! Inderpreet dislocated two vertebrates after he slipped in his hostel. He had …

35 attend talk on Chemical peels

Fortis Medcentre organized a health talk at Idea Cellular, Panchkula. Dr Ivy Sandhu, Consultant, Dermatology, addressed 35 employees of Idea on ‘Chemical peels’.

Benefits of healthy eating – talk for students

An informative session on ‘Benefits of Eating Healthy’ was organized for the students of Oakridge International School, Mohali. Dt Sonia Gandhi, Head, Department of Dietetics, shared valuable information on the importance of childhood nutrition. More than 78 …

Breast Cancer in Pregnancy: Dr Atul Joshi writes for iCraze

Dr Atul Joshi, Additional Director, Breast & Endocrine Surgery, wrote an article titled ‘Breast Cancer in Pregnancy’ for iCraze Magazine.

Organ Donation awareness activities

An informative session on ‘Importance of Organ Donation’ was organized at FHM at Govt Home Science College, Chandigarh. Dr Anita Sharma, Senior Consultant, Lab Medicine, addressed more than 85 students and faculty members.

Dr Sen addresses gathering at Patiala on Osteoporosis

A CME on Osteoporosis was organized in association with AMICON at Patiala during which Dr Ramesh K Sen (Director - Joint Replacement & Orthopaedics) addressed a gathering of over 70 people.

84 attend BLS Workshop

FHM organized ‘Basic Life Support Training Workshop’ for students of class 7th of Learning Paths School, Mohali. 80 students and 4 teachers attended the program. BLS training was imparted by our ACLS & BLS trained instructors Dr Arun Kumar & …

FHM provides medical cover for NHR and 7th OYA

FHM provided medical cover at the Northern H.O.G. Rally, Chail, which saw participation from more than 150 Harley Davidson bikers. We also provided medical support at the 7th OYA Autocross, Motocross & Off-roading Event, 2016.

Health camp at P&G, Baddi

FHM organized a diabetes screening camp with Proctor & Gamble, Baddi, on the occasion of World Diabetes Day. Our nursing team did Random Blood Sugar test of around 274 employees. 42 employees availed consultation from Dt Sonia …

Knee replacement improves mobility, quality of life: Dr Ramesh Sen

In a press conference organized in Shimla, Dr Ramesh Sen, Director, Orthopaedics & Joint Replacement, interacted with media persons. He said that the success of primary Total Knee Replacement, in most patients is strongly supported by more than 20 years of follow-up data …

Osteoporotic Fractures: CME in Shimla

FHM organized a CME in Shimla, in which Dr Ramesh Kumar Sen, Director, Orthopaedics & Joint Replacement, was the keynote speaker. 42 doctors attended the CME on ‘Osteoporotic Fractures’, during HIMORTHOCON, at IGMC, Shimla.

Dr Ravul Jindal lectures at Matters of Heart, 5th annual CME

Dr Ravul Jindal, Director, Vascular Surgery, attended 5th Annual CME, Matters of the Heart 2016, organized by ACE Heart and Vascular Institute, Mohali, as a Faculty. Dr Jindal delivered a lecture on ‘Management of Diabetic Foot: A Hybrid Approach’. He also spoke …

CME at Patiala on Endoscopic Imaging

A CME on 'Endoscopic Imaging' was organized in association with Doctors' Forum at Patiala during which Dr Mohinish Chhabra (Senior Consultant - Gastroenterology & Hepatology) addressed a gathering of over 50 people.

115 people attend session on Diabetes Management

An informative session on ‘Diabetes Management’ was held for the members of Mohali Senior Citizens’ Association at Fortis Hospital Mohali. More than 115 members of the association attended the session. Dr Sachin Mittal, Consultant, …

Save the Girl Child – Seniors raise awareness

Around 80 people from the Mohali Senior Citizens’ Association joined hands with Fortisians to take part in a rally organized to ‘Save the Girl Child’. The rally was flagged off by Reij and Brahmlin, both 2-years old, and Mr Abhijit Singh, Facility Director, …

Fire Safety Week at Fortis Mohali

Fortis Hospital Mohali celebrated the second week of November as Fire Safety Week with a series of activities. A Mock Fire Drill in association with the Fire Department, Mohali, was organized at the hospital. The drill was also conducted as part of the international standards of fire and …

Dr RK Jaswal keynote speaker at ACS Update-2016

In a CME organized in Solan by FHM, Dr RK Jaswal, Director, Cardiology, spoke on ‘If a Doctor suffers a Heart Attack; Treatment Modalities in 2016’. The CME was attended by 56 doctors.

PCOD: An epidemic among 21st century women

Fortis Medcentre organized a health talk at Post Graduate Government College. Dr Minu Sabherwal, Consultant, Obstetrics & Gynecology, spoke on ‘PCOD: An epidemic among 21st century women’. The session was attended by …

Organ Donation awareness activities

FHM organized a session on ‘Organ Donation’ for employees of Gillard Electronics. Dr Anita Sharma, Senior Consultant, Lab Medicine, interacted with the employees. The session was attended by 50 employees.

Fire Safety Week at Fortis Mohali

As a part of Fire Safety Week, an awareness session on Fire Safety Measures was organized for the students of classes 9th and 10th, support staff and teaching staff of DAV Public School, Chandigarh. Mr Surender Mahta, Chief Security Officer,

Diwali pooja and diya-lighting for patients and families

FHM organized Diwali Puja and diya-lighting for patients and their family members on Diwali night. The ceremony was carried out with traditional fervor as the priest did Puja in the prayer room, followed by lighting of candles and diyas by the patients and their loved ones. This gesture was …

Glimpses of Diwali celebrations

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Patientspeak: appreciation for Team MICU

Mr Dinesh Jyoti was admitted in Medical ICU, FHM, from 12th March to 13th April, 2016. He had severe infection with multiple organ involvement and developed unexpected complications and difficulties. He spent a month at the hospital, and was cared for by the MICU staff. He came to thank

Health talk to raise awareness on eating disorders in children

An informative session on ‘Lifestyle related eating disorders among children’ was organized for students of class V of Shemrock School, Mohali. Dt Sonia Gandhi – Head, Clinical Nutritionist, interacted with them about the importance of …

Dr RK Jaswal felicitated as Best Cardiologist by Dr Harsh Vardhan

In a ceremony organised by ‘India’s Most Prominent Awards’ at New Delhi, Dr Harsh Vardhan, incumbent minister at Ministry of Science and Technology and Ministry of Earth Sciences, felicitated Dr RK Jaswal, Director, Cardiology, as the ‘Best Cardiologist’ of …

Dr Ravul Jindal chairs session at 17th Asian Society for Vascular Surgery

Dr Ravul Jindal, Director, Vascular & Endovascular Surgery, chaired a session on ‘ASVF: Office Based Venous Practice’ and spoke on ‘Tumescent anesthesia: does composition of tumescence fluid matter’ at 17th Asian Society for Vascular Surgery (ASVS …

Students show gratitude and appreciation for Team Fortis

Students from Learning Paths School Mohali, came to FHM to meet team F&B and Housekeeping to convey their gratitude. They also presented Thank You cards to the support staff. This activity was part of ‘Joy of Giving Week&…

Cardiac camp at Malaut

Fortis Hospital Mohali in association with Lion’s Club, organized a cardiac camp at Malaut. Dr GS Kalra, Director, Cardiology, screened 162 patients. Free tests such as BP, RBS, ECG and ECHO were performed during the camp.

Dr Sonia elected as President, Indian Dietetics Association

Dr Sonia Gandhi, Head, Dietetics & Nutrition, has been elected as General Secretary of IDA, Chandigarh Chapter! Congratulations Dr Sonia!

Dr Ravul Jindal attends WOUNDCARECON 2016

Dr Ravul Jindal, Director, Vascular & Endovascular Surgery, attended the 10th annual conference of Society for Wound Care & Research, WOUNDCARECON 2016, that was held at Amritsar. He delivered two lectures on ‘Recent management of …

Students learn BLS, spread the message of ‘Clean Diwali’

FHM organized a Basic Life Support Training Workshop for students of class 8th of Saupin’s School, Chandigarh. 80 students and 3 teachers attended the program. BLS training was imparted by ACLS & BLS trained Clinical Instructors - Harvinder & Ana. After the …

Beauty pageant contestants become cancer awareness ambassadors

Dr Atul Sharma Joshi, Additional Director, Breast & Endocrine Surgery, interacted with more than 30 contestants of Miss Punjab, 2016, at FHM. He spoke on the scourge of breast cancer and encouraged women to be aware, perform monthly self examination, and undergo regular …

Awareness drive on PVD & diabetic foot at Leh

8th October: FHM organized a media interaction at Leh on diabetic foot. Dr Ravul Jindal, Director, Vascular & Endovascular Surgery, explained about diabetic foot and how it can be prevented. It was attended by local journalists, as …

Patientspeak

Rodrigo Cunha travelled 7,606 km, from Lisbon, Portugal, to Mohali, India, to say thanks. His passion for mountain biking and sense of adventure brought him to Spiti valley, in 2015, for MTB - Mountain Biking Himalaya. Unfortunately, he had an accident and was rushed to Fortis Mohali. …

Health talk at Reliance Nippon Life Insurance

Fortis MEDCENTRE organized a health talk at Reliance Nippon Life Insurance Company Ltd. Dr Minu Sabherwal, Consultant, Gynaecology & Obs, was the speaker for the session. The talk was attended by 55 employees. She spoke on ‘Polycystic Ovarian …

Health screening camp at TBRL, Ramgarh

Fortis MEDCENTRE organized a gynaecology check-up camp at Terminal Ballistics Research Laboratory. Dr Minu Sabherwal, Consultant, Gynaecology & Obs, provided free consultations to more than 30 employees.

Clowns help patients forget illness for a while

A group of artists, led by renowned theatre person Mr GS Channi, spread a wave of happiness at Fortis Mohali as they descended upon the hospital dressed up as clowns and entertainers. The group, which had 12 trained clowns and volunteers, spent time with patients and attendants in …

Zonal qualifier round of Fortis first ever National Quiz on Psychology held at FHM

The North Zone qualifier round for India’s first ever exclusive National Quiz competition on Psychology ‘PSYCH-ED’ witnessed participation by 12 schools, during the intense competition held at FHM. The quiz was organized as part of Fortis …

FHM felicitated by CSCA

Cdr Jelson Kavalakkat, Unit Head – Administration, received an award on behalf of FHM, from Chandigarh Senior Citizens Association. This appreciation was given to place on record, the gratitude of the seniors, for supporting them in rendering service to the community …

Dr HK Bali felicitated at IGMC, Shimla

Dr HK Bali, Director, Cardiology, was felicitated by Department of Cardiology, IGMC, Shimla, during their golden jubilee celebrations, for his unparalleled contribution in the field of Cardiology. He also delivered a talk, ‘Fibrinolysis versus PCI’…

168 screened at health check-up camp in BSNL, Patiala

FHM organized a health check-up camp at BSNL, Patiala, in association with CGHS retired and serving association. Dr Ajay Bhambri, Consultant, Orthopaedics, Dr Dhara, Dr Deep Singh and Dr Sankalp provided free consultations. Vitals including …

Free multispeciality camp at Seengra Gurudwara, Karnal

FHM organized a free multispecialty camp at Seengra Gurudwara, Karnal, in which 250 people were screened. Dr Arun Kochar, Senior Consultant, Cardiology, Dr Deepak Joshi, Consultant, Spine Surgery, Dr Pukhraj Deep Singh, Dr Ashis

CME on Statins in Ambala

FHM in association with API, Ambala city, organized a CME on ‘Statins’, at Ambala, in which Dr Arun Kochar, Senior Consultant, Cardiology, was the keynote speaker. 13 leading physicians attended the CME.

124 screened at health camp at Taj Hotel, Chandigarh

FHM organized a medical check-up camp at Taj Hotel. Dr Aman screened 124 employees at the camp.

FHM hosts PANFORIC Mohali 2016 (Day 1)

Fortis Mohali hosted PANFORIC, 2016. The conference saw participation from infection control nurses & officers, microbiologists, nurses, clinicians, intensivists, surgeons and administrators. The gala night was attended by Mr Bhavdeep Singh, CEO, Fortis Healthcare Ltd,

FHM hosts PANFORIC Mohali 2016 (Day 2)

The discussions ranged from hospital acquired infections to management of such infections. This year the theme was around the challenges faced in day to day practice ranging from antimicrobial stewardship, superbugs, hospital and community outbreaks to making a business case in IP&…

FHM hosts PANFORIC Mohali 2016 (Day 3)

The conclave included 11 sessions comprising of debates, poster presentations, quiz and parallel nursing sessions. This conference raised the bar for PANFORIC, and would not have been possible without the dedication and commitment of PANFORIC Organising Committee ably led by Dr Amit …

AF Awareness Month celebrated in Karnal

The ‘AF awareness month’ was celebrated at Karnal by the Heart Rhythm & Cardiac Pacing Division of Fortis Mohali. Dr Rajat Sharma, Cardiac Electrophysiologist, launched the program named #AFaware and #Cardiacarrythmias3600. These two programmes were …

400 screened during health camp

FHM organized a free health camp for people belonging to EWS, at Govt High School, Mauli Colony, Mauli Jagraan. Fortis Team members present during the camp: Dr Prateek Soni (ENT), Dr Kanupriya (Gynaecology), Dr Jas Gaurav (Ward A3 &…

74 doctors attend Dr RK Jaswal’s CME

FHM, in association with IMA Panchkula, organized a CME in which Dr RK Jaswal, Director, Cardiology, was the keynote speaker. The topic was ‘Interventional treatment of heart attack in 2016’. The CME was attended by 74 doctors from Panchkula, Kalka, Pinjore & …

Paediatric & Dental Checkup Camp at Banyan Tree School

FHM organized a Paediatric & Dental checkup for the students of classes 4th to 7th. Dr Swati Gupta, Consultant, Paediatrics, and Dr Dhara, Dentist, screened the stundets. Other Fortis team members were Lovpreet Kaur, Navjot Kaur (Nursing …

Obesity leading cause for heart ailments: Dr Arun Kochar

Leading up to World Heart Day celebrations, FHM in association with Confederation of Indian Industry, organized a session at JREW Engineering Private Ltd. Dr Arun Kochar, Senior Consultant, Cardiology, was the keynote speaker for the session. The session was …

Health camp at LIC

Fortis MEDCENTRE organized a health checkup camp at LIC, Sector 22, Chandigarh. Dr Mandeep Kaur, Medical Officer, screened 65 people. Vitals and RBS tests were performed during the camp.

National Nutrition Week celebrations at FHM

A very informative and interactive session was organized in IPD lobby, in which Dt. Sonia Gandhi, Head, Department of Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition and Dt Swati Bakshi, spoke to more than 95 people on ‘Importance of …

National Nutrition Week celebrations at FHM

FHM in association with Rotary Club organized an interactive session for Aanganwari workers and female inhabitants of Dhanas on ‘Importance of Nutrition in Daily Life’ at RCC, Dhanas. Dr. Sonia Gandhi, Head, Department of Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition was the …

Session on ‘Self-esteem’ for students by Dr Savita Malhotra

An informative session on ‘Self-esteem’ was organized for the students of class 10th of Bhavan’s Vidyalaya, Chandigarh. Dr Savita Malhotra, Empanelled Consultant, was the keynote speaker. She enlightened the students about self-esteem, difference between …

Prevalence of heart disease high in HP’s young: Dr Mahant

In a press conference organized in Himachal Pradesh, Dr TS Mahant, Executive Director, CTVS, said that the young population of Himachal Pradesh are increasingly falling to the incidence of cardiac ailments at an alarming rate. Sharing his insights into the …

CME & Health Check Camp in Shimla

FHM organized a CME entitled ‘Future of Cardiac Surgery & Sudden Cardiac Deaths’ in Shimla. Dr TS Mahant, Executive Director, CTVS spoke on, ‘Current Status in Cardiac Surgery’. Dr Karun Behal, Senior Consultant, Cardiology, spoke …

Dr. Atul Joshi chairs session on Breast Elastography at IMA.

Dr Atul S Joshi, Additional Director, Breast & Endocrine Surgery, was invited by IMA Chandigarh to chair a session on Breast Elastography. He was felicitated by the President of IMA Chandigarh, Dr Sushil Gupta. The interactive session on Breast Elastography was very well …

CME and Health Check Camp in Shimla

FHM in association with Nagrik Sabha Shimla, organized a free multispeciality health check camp at Shimla, in which 1100 patients were screened. Dr Karun Behal, Senior Consultant, Cardiology, examined 182 patients. Dr Amit Kapila, Consultant,…

231 screened at Health Check Camp at LIC, Sector 17

FHM organized a health check up camp at LIC Regional Center, Sector 17, Chandigarh. Dr Vijay K Harjai, Internal Medicine, Fortis MEDCENTRE, Dr Rubina Singh, Orthopaedics, Dr Mandeep Kaur, Internal Medicine and Dr Robin, …

Awareness on cancer: health talk

Fortis MEDCENTRE organized a health talk at Government Model Senior Secondary School, Sec 15, Chandigarh. Dr Sumeet Jain, Consultant, Surgical Oncology, was the main speaker. Dr Jain educated more than 40 teachers on Cancer.

Positive Thinking: Its impact on you and your children

A workshop on ‘Positive Thinking: Its impact on you and your children’ was organized for the parents of students of class X of St Xavier’s School, Mohali. Dr Simmi Waraich, Empanelled Consultant, Psychiatry, was the speaker for this session. Over 100 …

How to prevent heart diseases: health talk

FHM organized a health talk in Regional Office, OBC Bank, Panchkula. Dr Karun Behal, Senior Consultant, Cardiology, spoke on ‘How to prevent heart disease’. The talk was attended by 30 bankers.

‘Monsoon Illnesses’ – Weekend Conversations

A session on ‘Monsoon Illnesses’ was organized at IPD Lobby, as part of our very popular forum, Weekend Conversations. Dr Nishant Joshi, Department of Emergency Medicine, spoke on common monsoon illnesses. The session was attended by more than 100 people.

35 doctors from Karnal attend CME on Incisional Hernia.

A CME was organized by FHM in association with Surgeons and Gynaceologists Forum, Karnal, in which Dr Atul Sharma Joshi, Additional Director, Breast & Endocrine Surgery, was the speaker. Dr Joshi spoke on ‘Incisional Hernia: my experience’. The CME was …

FHM felicitated at 26th ICTS, Hong Kong

Dr Amit Sharma, Nephrologist, was invited to presented FHM’s work on ABO incompatible kidney transplant at the 26th International Congress of the Transplantation Society at Hong Kong. As this is a unique form of transplantation, and not many centres are doing it, the work was highly …

Sudden Cardiac Failures: CME in Ambala

FHM organized a CME on ‘Sudden cardiac failures’ in which Dr. Karun Behl, Senior Consultant, Cardiology, was the main speaker. This CME was appreciated by all the doctors who attended it.

Challenges and shifting trends in Spine Surgery: CME

FHM organized a CME in Bathinda, in which Dr Deepak Joshi, Consultant, Spine Surgery, was the keynote speaker. The session was attended by Orthopaedic surgeons. Dr Joshi spoke on ‘Challenges and shifting trends in spine surgery’.

Hamirpur gets healthy heart advice from Dr. RK Jaswal

Dr. RK Jaswal, Director, Cardiology, briefed mediapersons as to what should a resident of Hamirpur do in case somebody suffers a heart attack. Dr Jaswal was speaking on the occasion of completion of 150 monthly superspecialty OPDs conducted by him at Galoda Hospital, Hamirpur, over the last …

200 students attend First Aid & BLS training session

FHM organized a First Aid and Basic Life Support training workshop for students and teachers of Blue Bird High School, Panchkula. Over 200 students and 12 teachers attended the workshop. The training was imparted by our ACLS & BLS certified instructors lead by Sister …

Health camp at HDFC Bank

FHM organized a medical checkup camp in association with HDFC Bank at their Regional Office, Chandigarh. Dr Deep, Medical Officer, screened 64 patients.

Media Clips: ‘PSYCH-ED’

The Department of Mental health & Behavioural Sciences at Fortis Healthcare, under the aegis of Dr Samir Parikh, organized the first ever National Quiz Competition on Psychology called ‘PSYCH-ED’. Students from more than 200 schools across more than 40 cities registered for …

Dr HS Mann performs mid-air rescue!

When a passenger aboard Indigo flight 6E-247, collapsed mid-air, he was lucky that Dr HS Mann, Neurologist, was in the same aircraft. Dr Mann immediately gave him CPR, and revived him, and continued to provide emergency assistance on board. The Commander of the aircraft passed the message to …

220 attend talk on ‘Osteoartritis’

FHM organized a health talk on ‘Osteoarthritis’, in which Dr Pratik (Department of Orthopaedics & Joint Replacement’ was the speaker. The talk was attended by 220 members of Aggarwal Sabha.

Organ Donation Awareness Camp, 13th Aug, 2016

An Organ Donation Awareness Camp was organized by Fortis Hospital Mohali on 13 th August, 2016, Saturday, at Elante Mall. During this 8-hour long camp, 123 people pledged to donate their organs. This camp would not have been a success without the enthusiastic participation of Tricity. We …

IIIrd Certification Course in Vascular Ultrasound and Minimally Invasive Treatment of Venous Diseases

The four-day Third Certification Course in Vascular USG and Minimally Invasive Treatment of Venous Diseases was organized by the Department of Vascular Surgery at Fortis Mohali. Dr Ravul Jindal, Director, Vascular Surgery, said that the workshop had been organized to throw …