MUMBAI (India CSR): K J Somaiya Hospital & Research Centre, one of India’s leading multi-specialty hospitals, has upgraded its diagnostic capabilities with a new CT scan machine and ventilators for pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) through the CSR initiative of Kotak Mahindra Group. This significant enhancement marks a major milestone in the hospital’s commitment to advancing diagnostic services and improving patient care.
Inauguration by Dignitaries
The Advanced equipment was inaugurated by Shri Amit Bagri, Managing Director & CEO-Kotak Mahindra Investments Ltd. alongside Shri Samir Somaiya, Chairman- K J Somaiya Medical Trust and other esteemed dignitaries, marking a milestone in the hospital’s commitment to enhancing diagnostic precision and patient care.
Technology and Precision
The new CT Scan system, equipped with cutting-edge multi-slice technology, faster gantry rotation, and advanced dose-reduction algorithms, ensures high-resolution imaging with minimal radiation exposure. This upgrade significantly boosts diagnostic accuracy and workflow efficiency, empowering clinicians to make faster, more informed decisions for improved patient outcomes.
Legacy and Commitment
Reflecting on the hospital’s values Chairman Shri Samir Somaiya said, “K J Somaiya Hospital & Research Centre was founded on the principle of ‘What you receive from society, you give back multi-fold.’ Inspired by our visionary founder Padma Bhushan Shri Karamshi Jethabhai Somaiya, we remain dedicated to serving our communities with the highest standards of healthcare. The installation of this advanced CT scan system and ventilators for pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) with the support of Kotak Mahindra Group, underscores our continued investment in technology that benefits both our patients and society at large.”
Kotak’s CSR Contribution
Amit Bagri, Managing Director & CEO, Kotak Mahindra Investments Ltd. added, “We are honored to partner with K J Somaiya Hospital & Research Centre in its mission to provide exceptional healthcare services. Kotak Group’s contribution to the new CT scan machine and ventilators for pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) reflects our ongoing commitment to community welfare and advancing medical infrastructure, ensuring that patients receive the best possible diagnostic care.”
Enhancing Patient Journey
Dr. Manisha Bobade, CEO of the hospital, emphasized the broader impact of the Kotak Mahindra Group’s contribution, and said, “Beyond the technology itself, this initiative enhances the entire patient journey— from faster diagnosis to reduced wait times to more personalized treatment plans. It equips our clinical teams accurate data for better outcomes and brings us closer to our vision of seamlessly integrating innovation into patient care.”
Future-Ready Healthcare Vision
With this development, K J Somaiya Hospital & Research Centre reaffirms its dedication to integrating advanced technologies and building meaningful partnerships to address the evolving healthcare needs of the community with excellence and compassion.
(India CSR)
