BANGALORE (India CSR): Aster Volunteers, the global CSR arm of Aster DM Healthcare, flagged its latest Mobile Medical Service unit aimed at assisting villages of Kalburgi, Karnataka, India. The newly launched unit, equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, aims to deliver essential medical and healthcare services directly to disadvantaged individuals, significantly enhancing healthcare accessibility.
Launch of Mobile Medical Unit in Kalburgi
The new mobile unit, introduced by Aster DM Foundation Kochi, India in association with Ashok Leyland and Dr Ohm Indo German Hospital affiliated to JKST Trust, Chittapur, Kalburgi, is equipped with a telemedicine setup. This enables comprehensive diagnostic and specialty medical services to reach those in need in remote areas. The mobile medical unit will provide consultations, first-aid treatment, and other essential medical services directly to communities in need. The vehicle shall be launched in Chittapur Block, Kalburgi which would extend its medical interventions to the adjacent blocks too, covering approximately 15000 beneficiaries in a year.
Aster Volunteers Mobile Medical Services (AVMMS)
Aster Volunteers Mobile Medical Services (AVMMS) is a one-of-a-kind CSR initiative by Aster DM Healthcare aimed at bridging the gap in healthcare accessibility by providing free medical camps and disaster aid support to needy communities in remote areas. Since its inception, AVMMS has treated over 1.4 million individuals across India, the Middle East, and Africa, positively impacting lives in regions with limited or no access to medical facilities. The initiative has a global network of over 40 units, with future expansions underway for new units in West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, J&K and Gujrat states in India.
Founder Chairman’s Vision
Speaking at the launch, Dr. Azad Moopen, Founder Chairman, Aster DM Healthcare, said, “We are committed to extending our healthcare services to those in need through the AVMMS initiative. By leveraging advanced technologies and sustainable practices, we aim to make a significant impact on the health and well-being of underserved communities. Providing accessible healthcare is crucial to us, and these newly launched mobile medical units represent a pivotal step towards achieving this goal.”
Expanding Healthcare Accessibility
Aster Volunteers have a commendable track record of providing healthcare services through mobile units, and the initiative continues to expand, with new units planned for deployment in various underserved regions in India. Aster DM Healthcare remains committed to its mission of providing accessible healthcare to all through innovative and sustainable solutions. The launch of the new unit marks a significant milestone in this journey, reaffirming Aster’s dedication to global health and well-being.
(India CSR)
