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Himalayan Hospital sets world record as it conducts successful brain clipping surgery

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Himalayan Hospital

Dateline Dehradun: The neurosurgery department physicians at Himalayan Hospital Jollygrant have achieved a remarkable feat. The team of doctors has established a new world record by successfully performing clipping surgery on the largest brain aneurysm ever recorded globally. For the first time in the world, a successful operation was performed on a massive 6.3 cm aneurysm.

Senior Neurosurgeon Dr. Brijesh Tiwari from Himalayan Hospital Jollygrant reported that a 17-year-old boy from Dehradun, Ashish, had been suffering from headaches and intermittent vomiting for fifteen days before visiting the OPD. Following various health screenings including an MRI, an unusually large swelling was observed in the front left side of Ashish’s brain.

Suspecting that it was not a normal swelling, the neurosurgery team conducted an angiogram on the young man. The doctors were astonished to find that it was a massive 6.3 cm aneurysm.

Dr. Tiwari explained that placing a clip on the neck of such a large aneurysm was no less challenging as the bleeding during surgery could have been life-threatening. Ashish and his family trusted the neurosurgery team at Himalayan Hospital Jollygrant and decided to proceed with the operation.

Under the competent leadership of Dr. Brijesh Tiwari, with the support of Dr. Ranjit Kumar and Dr. Sanjeev Pandey, the team successfully carried out the complex surgery. After the surgery, Ashish is now fully healthy.

Dr. Vijay Dhasmana, President of Swami Rama Himalayan University (SRHU), congratulated the team on this spectacular success. Meanwhile, Dr. Hemchandra Pandey, Director (Health Services) at Himalayan Hospital, noted that the hospital’s neurosurgery department is world-class in brain and spine-related surgeries.

The size of the aneurysm was approximately 6.3 cm
Most aneurysms are less than 2 cm in size. So far, there has been no record published in medical journals of successful clipping surgery on an aneurysm larger than 6 cm. The case performed at Himalayan Hospital involved an aneurysm about 6.3 cm in size, setting a world record.

What is a brain aneurysm?
According to Dr. Brijesh Tiwari, a neurosurgeon at Himalayan Hospital, an aneurysm is a balloon-like swelling that emerges from the wall of a major artery in the brain. The wall of an aneurysm is weaker than that of a normal artery. If the aneurysm bursts, it causes severe bleeding in the brain, which can result in death and other fatal complications. This specific cause is considered the most dangerous among all cases of brain hemorrhage.

Biz Conclave held at SRHU to teach students ropes

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Dateline Dehradun: Manthan Business Conclave assembled at SRHU’s Himalayan School of Management Studies that witnessed a gathering of distinguished professionals and experts in the field. The session began with a warm welcome address by Professor Mohit Verma, Principal of HSMS. The event commenced with an insightful keynote address by Hemant Kocher Chair- Uttarakhand PHDCCI, focusing on the significance of positive energy management, passion, hard work, and relationship bonding in achieving professional success. He emphasized the importance of analytical and interpersonal skills in equal measure.

The first panel discussion centered around the theme “Developing Vital Skills for Success in a Dynamic Workplace.” The panel comprised esteemed members including Anup Kumar, GM HR at BRIDCUL; Shyamal Chatterji, Head of Operations at Tupperware India Pvt Ltd.; and Roshan Rana, HR Manager at ITC. Dr. Amit Nautyal from HSMS moderated the session, guiding the discussion towards strategies for skill development.

The second panel discussion explored the theme “Fostering Entrepreneurial Mindsets.” The panelists included Sarika Panchi, CEO, Jivisa Wellness; Major Golki Chandola, Founder Pathal Stays; and Suvendu Barai, Founder Bong Twist Kitchenette. Dr. Rajat Praveen Dimri, Associate Professor at HSMS, moderated this session, encouraging dialogue on cultivating entrepreneurial spirit and innovation.

Following the panel sessions, students engaged with the experts, posing queries and seeking insights. The Conclave was formally opened by the Principal of HSMS, setting the tone for an enriching exchange of ideas and knowledge.

Vice-Chancellor Dr Rajendra Dobhal addressed the gathering, shedding light on the entrepreneurial ecosystem, its opportunities, and challenges. Dr. Shweta Sethi, Professor HSMS, and Convenor of Business conclave extended the vote of thanks. Corporate connections were facilitated by Professor Apurva Trivedi, Associate Professor at HSMS. Dr. Sonam Ekta, Dr. Geeta, Dr. Ravindra, Dr. Saurabh Joshi, Upendra, Priyank, and Dr. Gargi were members of the organizing committee.

Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences Students Shine, Win Gold in Quiz Competition

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Dateline Dehradun: Students from the Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences (HIMS) Jollygrant have registered a noteworthy achievement

Dateline Dehradun: Students from the Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences (HIMS) Jollygrant have registered a noteworthy achievement. A quiz competition was organized by the Indian Association of Preventive and Social Medicine (IAPSM) in Lucknow, wherein HIMS Jollygrant’s Rishu Tiwari, Tushar Kumar, and Dhairya Madan won the gold medal, achieving a historic milestone.

Dr. Ashok Kumar Deorari, Principal of the Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences (HIMS) at Swami Rama Himalayan University (SRHU), congratulated the three victorious students, calling their achievement a matter of pride. Under the guidance of Dr. A.K. Srivastava, Head of the Department of Community Medicine, the students participated in the quiz competition. Dr. Abhay Srivastava (Nodal Officer) stated that the quiz competition was organized by IAPSM at the Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences in Lucknow on World Health Day. The final round included teams from Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand, and HIMS Jollygrant’s Rishu Tiwari, Tushar Kumar, and Dhairya Madan showcased their exceptional knowledge and teamwork, defeating competitors from AIIMS Gorakhpur and three other government medical colleges.

State Nodal Officer Dr. Shaily Vyas mentioned that 42 medical colleges from Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand participated in this quiz competition. The HIMS team overcame rigorous challenges from the preliminary stage to the pre-final and final rounds to secure the gold medal.

HIMS permitted 3 seats each for DM Cardiology & DM Critical Care Medicine

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SRHU

Dateline Dehradun: There is glad tidings for students focused on pursuing PG and Super Speciality courses in medicine in one of the leading institutions in Uttarakhand. The National Medical Commission (NMC) has approved three seats each for DM Cardiology and DM Critical Care Medicine at the Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences (HIMS) at Swami Rama Himalayan University, Jolly Grant. Additionally, permission has been granted to increase four seats in MD Anesthesiology.

Principal Dr. Ashok Deorari communicated that the NMC team had sought a report related to the facilities available at the college and hospital. Based on the report, NMC has approved three seats each for DM Cardiology and DM Critical Care Medicine in the PG (MD) course. Permission has also been granted to increase four seats in MD Anesthesiology.Dr. He further informed that students can gain admission to these seats only after NEET-PG centralized counseling.

The shortage of experts in Critical Care and Super Speciality healthcare will now be addressed Principal Dr. Ashok Deorari underlined that critical service is essential in any hospital. There is a shortage of specialists in critical and super speciality healthcare across the country. The increase in PG and Super Speciality seats at HIMS might help reduce the shortage of specialist doctors in hospitals after successful completion of respective courses by aspirants.

PG seats in HIMS increased to 127
After approval from the NMC, permission was also granted to increase four seats in MD Anesthesiology at the Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences. The total PG seats at HIMS have now increased from 123 to 127, and the Super Speciality course seats have increased from 12 to 18. This is bound to benefit medical students.

HIMS Jolly Grant meets stringent standards
Principal Dr. Ashok Deorari reported that the Medical Assessment and Rating Board had set stringent standards including department-specific clinical materials, compliance reports, availability of blood components, functional essential equipment, number of units, number of beds in the department, and faculty numbers. HIMS met these stringent standards. Subsequently, the National Medical Commission (NMC) granted approval to increase seats and start new courses.

HIMS Jolly Grant has a prestigious history
Dr. Deorari mentioned that the Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences, established in 1995 with the aim of providing skilled doctors and quality medical education, has the honor of being the first private medical college in North India. It also includes the state’s largest super-speciality postgraduate teaching hospital with 1200 beds.

Nurses Day is a day to salute the contribution of nurses – Dr. Vijay Dhasmana

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Various competitions organized at Himalayan College of Nursing and Himalayan Hospital Jollygrant and experts highlight the significance of the day for human health

Dateline Dehradun: Various competitions organized at Himalayan College of Nursing and Himalayan Hospital Jollygrant and experts highlight the significance of the day for human health

At the Himalayan College of Nursing and Himalayan Hospital Jollygrant, various programs were organized on the occasion of International Nurses Day. The kindness and professionalism of nurses make the world a better place, it was pointed out. Experts discussed the challenges in nursing services and measures to improve them. Dr. Vijay Dhasmana, President of Swami Rama Himalayan University (SRHU), stated that Nurses Day is a day to honor the contribution of nurses as miracle workers.

The theme for this year’s Nurses Day is ‘Our Nurses. Our Future. The economic power of care.’ This theme has been chosen by ICN for International Nurses Day 2024 in recognition of the fact that healthy humans make a nation prosperous in countless ways, especially economically. Nursing is the bedrock of healthcare, although it is frequently undervalued by society and faced with financial challenges. But today it can be observed that the demand for nurses is huge and they are valued for their service and highly paid world over.

 

Various activities were held at Himalayan Hospital Jollygrant throughout the week on the occasion of Nurses Day, including quizzes, dances, speech competitions, and a cake-cutting ceremony.

Dr. Hemchandra Pandey, Director (Hospital Service), honored the chief guest Sister Pushpa Maya Rai with a memento.

Dr. Kathy, a nursing advisor, mentioned that nursing is like a mirror through which people can clearly observe patient love and care.

On this occasion, the Nursing Superintendent Reena Habil and Deputy Nursing Superintendent Jaibunisha administered an oath to all nursing staff for serving humanity. Dr. Ashok Deorari, Dr. Hemchandra Pandey, Sadhana Mishra, and others were present on the occasion. Solomon Thapliyal, Kavita Naudiyal, Mahesh Saklani, Kajol Arora, and others contributed to the success of the event.

At the program held at Himalayan College of Nursing, Principal Dr. Sanchita Pugazandi mentioned that this day is celebrated in memory of Florence Nightingale who had pledged her life to the service of mankind.

On this occasion 10 nurses were honored with the Clinical Excellence Award including Anuranjita Sharma, Deepika Pundir, Vidya Devi, Meenakshi Mamgain, Rajni, Prashant Shival, Ghanshyam Singh, Abdul Kalam, Rachel Shalini.

Coping with stress taught to medical students at HIMS, SRHU

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SRHU

Dateline Dehradun: Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences, Swami Rama Himalayan University Dehradun has initiated a stress management program for Postgraduates medical students and medical faculty.

The first interactive lecture was organised on 4th May, 2024 with Dr. Priyaranjan Avinash, Prof. & Head of Psychiatry, as speaker, while the second was organised on 13th May 2024.

Dr Avinash started his talk by first defining “Stress” and emphasising that it is rampant and each one of us face it differently based on our ability to handle it. Chronic stress can cause many physical symptoms such as excessive fatigue, palpitation, headache, insomnia, irritability, poor memory and concentration he underlined. He further explained how long term stress in medical education and healthcare can lead to burn out, addiction, depression and suicide amongst health care workers. At the end of his discussion, he enlightened all with easy activities of managing stress that can be incorporated routinely, including:

– Assertiveness
– Breathing exercises
– Maintaining routine
– Sleep hygiene
– Proper diet & exercises
– Social connectedness
– Yoga & Meditation
– Journaling
– Spirituality etc.

Prof. Ashok Deorari, Principal of Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences, shared his pearls of wisdom and past experiences. He emphasised upon the role of exercise, regular walking, avoiding addictions and adopting good hobbies. He concluded by saying ‘that a healthy body only, can have a healthy mind’ that means physicians must keep themselves healthy first, to treat their patients effectively.

Prof. Renu Dhasmana, Vice Principal (Administration) of Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences, focused on the role of proper diet and adequate rest in students and faculty for dealing with stress. She also conducted an interactive session involving all the faculties and students, and encouraged them to share their suggestions, give feedback and ideas for the same.

The program will in future include small group exercises including breathing exercises and deep relaxation.

Investor Awareness Program Organized at SRHU

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Swami Ram Himalayan University, Jollygrant (SRHU), and the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) jointly organized an investor awareness program

Dateline Doiwala: Swami Ram Himalayan University, Jollygrant (SRHU), and the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) jointly organized an investor awareness program. Experts provided information on investing in an organized manner.

The program began with the lighting of the lamp in front of the portrait of founder Dr. Swami Rama at the Adi Kailash Auditorium. Chief Executive of AMFI, Venkat Chalasani, said the economic development of our country depends on the awareness and support of investors. Our Indian economy could become the third largest in the world category. For this, the support and contribution of investors are extremely important. He explained the investment decision-making process in a simple manner.

The main speaker, senior advisor of AMFI, Suryakant Sharma, shed light on the importance of financial security. He emphasized that an investor should arrange for financial security before prosperity and ensure life insurance, health insurance coverage, and an emergency fund. He alerted participants that apart from government schemes, most investments involve risks but risks can be minimized and managed through a simple formula – think, understand, and invest.

Dr. Rajendra Dobhal, Chancellor of Swami Ram Himalayan University, said that there is a lack of financial literacy in Indian society. He urged students to define their financial goals from now on. He said that in the era of information technology, all information related to investment is available. They can analyze those information and utilize according to their needs.

Prior to this, Dr. Mohit Verma, Principal of Himalayan School of Management Studies, welcomed all the guests. A question-answer session was organized at the end of the program, where experts answered questions asked by participants.

Garima Kapoor conducted the program and Ekta Rawat thanked all the attendees.

Workshop on Clinical Audit held at Himalayan Hospital, Jollygrant

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A one-day workshop on clinical audit and quality improvement was organized at the Himalayan Hospital, Jollygrant in collaboration with the Nursing Quality Department of the Himalayan College of Nursing and Helmiar India.

Dateline Dehradun: A one-day workshop on clinical audit and quality improvement was organized at the Himalayan Hospital, Jollygrant in collaboration with the Nursing Quality Department of the Himalayan College of Nursing and Helmiar India. A total of 36 nurses from the Himalayan Hospital and the Himalayan College of Nursing participated in the workshop.

During the workshop held at the Chowkhamba Auditorium of Swami Rama Himalayan University (SRHU), Jollygrant, the chief guest, Director (Hospital Services) Dr. Hem Chandra Pandey, emphasized that clinical audits are distinct from other types of audits. This area, linked with hospital services, requires continual improvement. The purpose of a clinical audit is to enhance quality and performance in healthcare services. Himalayan Hospital has been accredited by NABH for its quality services, and it needs to keep conducting clinical audits for ongoing quality improvement. He encouraged the participants to maximize the benefits from the workshop. Trainer Tanya Seth provided detailed information on the discovery, development, types, and implementation of clinical audits. She also shared essential information on handling challenges in quality improvement projects. During this period, this year’s theme “Our Nurses, Our Future: Unveiling the Economic Power of Care” was also announced.

Previously, Reena Habil, the chair of the organizing committee, welcomed the chief guest. She stated that the workshop aims to empower employees who play dual roles as nurses and educators while promoting quality improvement initiatives in hospital services. The workshop was jointly conducted by Solomon Thapliyal and Yogita Kandwal. Dr. D.C. Joshi, Dr. Kamli Prakash, Upma George, Jaibunisha, Trishna Sarkar, Kajol Arora, Vineeta Kandwal, Kavita Naudiyal, Mamta Bhakuni, Tanuja Negi, Mahesh Saklani, and Ankit Baurai were present amongst others.

A Seminar on Asthma Awareness Held
A seminar on asthma awareness was conducted at the Himalayan College of Nursing (HCN). Students were informed about the symptoms and prevention of asthma.
Dr. Rakhi Khanduri, Head of the Pulmonary Department at Himalayan Hospital, said that asthma is a chronic lung disease that causes breathing difficulties. Symptoms include breathlessness, coughing, wheezing, and chest tightness, which vary in frequency and severity. This day is being celebrated this year for asthma education empowerment. Its purpose is to raise awareness about the risks of respiratory diseases like asthma and how to combat them. On this occasion, Principal Dr. Sanchita Pugazandi, Dr. Kamli Prakash, Preeti Prabha, and Ankit Singh were present.

International Midwives Day observed at Himalayan College of Nursing, Jolly Grant

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Dateline Dehradun: Various events were organized at the Himalayan College of Nursing (HCN), Jolly Grant on the occasion of International Midwives Day. During this, speakers provided detailed information to nursing students on the role of midwives in healthcare.

A symposium was held in the auditorium of Swami Rama Himalayan University (SRHU) Jolly Grant’s Nursing College. The chief guest, obstetrics and gynecology specialist Dr. Ruchira Nautiyal, addressed the nursing students, stating that midwives are healthcare professionals who assist in maintaining the health and safety of mothers and children before, during, and after childbirth. Dr. Sanchita Pugazhendi, Principal of HCN’s Nursing College, mentioned that according to WHO, 9 million more nurses and midwives will be needed by 2030 for universal health coverage. She noted that the role of midwives in implementing national health programs, including safe motherhood, is commendable.

International Midwives Day is celebrated worldwide each year to express gratitude towards these women. During this event, community health workers Geeta Krishali and Premlata shared their experiences. The event was also attended by Dr. Kanchan Bala, Dr. Kamli Prakash, Upma George, Reena Habil, Jaibunisha, Dr. Harleen Kaur, Eimon Chanu, Lakshmi Kumar, Atul, Shama Parveen and Poonam Yadav.

Additionally, the Literary Committee of Himalayan College of Nursing celebrated World Red Cross Day. During this event, students performed poems, speeches, and plays. The Principal Dr. Sanchita Pugazhendi mentioned that Nobel Peace Prize laureate Henry Dunant founded the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). May 8, 1828, marks Henry’s birth, and this day is celebrated as Red Cross Day to spread his ideas worldwide. The World Red Cross Society is known for aiding people during food shortages, natural disasters, wars, and pandemics. Preeti Prabha, Chairperson of the Literary Committee, reported that 142 B.Sc nursing students participated in the event. Heena Negi and Anupama were also present at the occasion.

President Dhasmana calls upon participating youth to increase practical knowledge

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Swami Rama Himalayan University, Jolly Grant has taken an innovative initiative towards skill development and employment for the youth.

Dateline Dehradun: Swami Rama Himalayan University, Jolly Grant has taken an innovative initiative towards skill development and employment for the youth. The Rural Development Department (RDI) of the university has started free courses that are limited duration and employment orientated. This includes Plumber cum Electrician and Data Entry cum Office Assistant courses. SRHU President Dr. Vijay Dhasmana formally inaugurated the courses.

The program was organized in the Doonagiri Auditorium of RDI. While formally inaugurating the event, Chief Guest Dr. Vijay Dhasmana called upon the youth to take advantage of this opportunity and said that this program will play an important role in their personal development. Through this, efforts are being made to prepare them as per the requirements of the industry, institutions and community. He also called upon the participating youth to increase their practical knowledge along with bookish knowledge.
At the end of the ceremony, Nitesh Kaushik thanked everyone. On this occasion, Registrar Dr. Mukesh Bijalwan, Deputy Director of RDI Dr. Rajiv Bijalwan, Manager Neelam Pandey, HSST Principal Dr. Pramod Kumar, Trainers Shivani, Anuj, Abhishek, Lakhpat Bisht etc. were present.

Dr. Vijay Dhasmana said that both these courses will be completely free. This is an innovative initiative taken by the university to connect the youth with employment. Students who pass with good marks will also be given a separate assistance amount.

Various departments of SRHU will cooperate

Deputy Director of RDI Dr. Rajiv Bijalwan said that these programs have been prepared in accordance with the National Skill Development Program. These courses will be conducted with the help of various departments of the university itself. Himalayan School of Science and Technology, Skill Center and Engineering Department will play an important role in this.

Selection of 30-30 youth
RDI Manager Neelam Pandey said that both the programs will start from this month. 30-30 students have been selected from different areas of the state. Enthusiasm for these courses is being seen amongst the young participants.