Fortis Gurugram and BRD Medical College Collaborate to Organise HLA Camp on Thalassemia Day
Fortis Gurugram and BRD Medical College Collaborate to Organise HLA Camp on Thalassemia Day
- Launches Thalassemia Clinic in Association with Annapurna Hospitals-
Gorakhpur, May, 2025: In a significant step towards strengthening community healthcare in Gorakhpur, Fortis Hospital, Gurugram, in collaboration with BRD Medical College, organized HLA (Human Leukocyte Antigen) camp to mark Thalassemia Day. The initiative reflects a shared commitment to raising awareness and advancing treatment for thalassemia patients.
The event witnessed the participation of distinguished healthcare leaders, including Dr. Ram Kumar, Principal, BRD Medical College, Gorakhpur, Dr. Bhupendra Sharma, Head of the Department of Paediatrics, BRD Medical College, Gorakhpur, Dr. Shilpa Vahikar, President, BRD Women’s Club and Dr. Rahul Bhargava, Principal Director and Chief – Haematology, Haemato Oncology & BMT, Fortis Hospital, Gurugram.
In addition to the HLA camp, the partnership was further strengthened with the launch of a dedicated Thalassemia Clinic, a joint initiative by Fortis Hospital and Annapurna Hospitals. This clinic is set to offer advanced diagnostic and treatment facilities for thalassemia, providing a much-needed resource for patients and families in the region. The Thalassemia Clinic was officially inaugurated by Dr. Manglesh Srivastava, Hon’ble Mayor of Gorakhpur, in the presence of Dr. Rahul Bhargava, Principal Director, Haematology, Haemato Oncology & BMT, Fortis Hospital, Gurugram, and Dr. Rajesh Gupta, Director, Annapurna Hospital.
Dr. Rahul Bhargava, Principal Director and Chief of Hematology, Hemato Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplant, Fortis Hospital Gurugram said, “Our collaboration with Annapurna Hospital & BRD reaffirms our mission to enhance the healthcare ecosystem in the region through innovation and collaboration. Together, we are taking significant steps toward improving access to quality healthcare for the community. Fortis Healthcare recently launched Mission 2035, supported by Bollywood actor Jackie Shroff, who joined as the brand ambassador for Thalassemia awareness. His presence and support added momentum to this critical healthcare movement that brings together medical professionals, policymakers, NGOs, patient advocacy groups, and the wider community to tackle Thalassemia at its roots. Thalassemia is a preventable genetic blood disorder; yet more than 10,000 to 15,000 children are born with it each year in India. Mission 2035 aims to change this reality by raising awareness, promoting early screening and genetic counselling, improving access to treatment, and advocating for policy-level reforms to prevent new cases”
Dr Manglesh Srivastava,Mayor Gorakhpur said “It is an honor to witness the collaboration between Fortis Hospitals , BRD Medical College & Annapurna Hospital a partnership that will meaningfully strengthen Gorakhpur’s healthcare infrastructure. This initiative represents a significant stride in our collective mission to provide world-class medical care and uplift the health and well-being of our community.”
Dr Ram Kumar, Principal,B RD Medical College Gorakhpur said, “We are honored to partner with Fortis Hospitals in a collaboration that will significantly enhance Gorakhpur’s healthcare infrastructure. This partnership marks a pivotal step in our shared commitment to delivering world-class medical services and improving the well-being of the community.”
Dr. Rajesh Gupta, Director, Annapurna Hospital said, “We are proud to join hands with Fortis Hospitals in a collaboration that promises to greatly strengthen the healthcare infrastructure of Gorakhpur. This partnership is a major milestone in our ongoing efforts to bring world-class medical care to the region and enhance the overall well-being of our community.”
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