Itanagar, May 9: The president of All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Guwahati, Prof (Dr) Bhupendra Kumar Singh Sanjay called on Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen (Retd) KT Parnaik at Lok Bhavan in Itanagar on Saturday.
During the meeting, the two discussed the evolving healthcare scenario in the Northeast, with special focus on the unique healthcare challenges and opportunities in Arunachal Pradesh.
Expressing concern over the increasing prevalence of lifestyle-related diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, obesity, stress-related disorders, and cardiovascular ailments, the Governor stressed the importance of preventive healthcare. He urged AIIMS Guwahati to undertake dedicated studies and research initiatives to identify region-specific causes and recommend practical remedies suited to the socio-cultural and geographical conditions of the Northeast.
The Governor also highlighted the need for adopting advanced medical technologies and research-driven healthcare practices in the State. He requested AIIMS Guwahati to share modern healthcare innovations, research findings, and best medical practices with health officials and medical institutions in Arunachal Pradesh to strengthen healthcare delivery and improve patient care.
Prof (Dr) Sanjay, a noted orthopaedic surgeon and Padma Shri awardee, assured full cooperation from AIIMS Guwahati in strengthening healthcare collaboration with Arunachal Pradesh’s lone medical college, Tomo Riba Institute of Health and Medical Sciences (TRIHMS), Naharlagun.
On the occasion, he also presented his book titled Bharat Mein Sadak Durghatnayen, published by the National Book Trust, to the Governor.