Manipal Hospitals, a leading healthcare provider in India, wants to provide medical training to Bangladeshi doctors, nursing personnel, media workers, women's organisations and various industry workers to encourage healthy lifestyles from a young age and emphasize prevention. These courses will be completely free of cost, said the institute.
The Manipal Hospitals in India has launched Comprehensive Education Programs and Workshops to Bangladeshi doctors and health workers to provide the medical training. The announcement came through a press conference at Dhaka Reporters Unity in on Monday.
In the press conference, the hospitals authority said that in line with Manipal Hospitals' commitment to encourage healthy lifestyles from an early age and emphasizing the significance of prevention, the institution has taken the initiative to launch a diverse range of educational programs. These programs aim to equip various segments of the community with essential knowledge and skills to ensure a healthier and safer environment for all. The upcoming programs include an Advanced Nursing Training Program, Workshops, and Continuous Medical Education sessions for Nursing and Medical Associations, Women's Associations, Media Outlets, and Industry Bodies.
The programs will cover a broad spectrum of subjects tailored to each audience's specific needs. Some highlighted topics include: Digital Robotics Program, Utilization of Robotics in Surgery, Advances in Transplantation, Infection Control Protocols, ACLS & BLS Training, Hand Hygiene Practices, Needlestick Injury Prevention, Bio-Medical Waste (BMW) Training, Barrier Nursing Techniques, Safe Infusion Practices, Documentation Best Practices and Prevention of Pressure Sores.
The offerings also include Awareness Talks and Workshops. Some of the subjects covered will encompass Strategies for a Healthy Lifestyle, Addressing Cardiac Health among seniors, Diabetes Prevention and Control, Managing Headaches and Hypertension, Monitoring Personal Fitness Levels, Breast Cancer Awareness, and Women's Health Topics.
In reference to the pivotal role of training programs, Vikas Tayer - AVP and Head of International Healthcare Services at Manipal Health Enterprises, expressed, "Over the past few years, we have recognized the imperative to enhance our medical approaches for the betterment of patients and to emphasize preventive practices.
Given the rapid integration of new technologies into healthcare, it is of utmost importance to ensure that the medical teams are well-versed in the latest advancements. This initiative is meticulously designed to prepare not only our experts but also all medical personnel across the globe to adeptly handle any situation and effectively address patients' needs. These programs will empower medical members in Bangladesh to enrich their expertise and streamline hospital processes."
Manipal Hospitals has associated with esteemed organizations to enrich the training programs. These include Bangladesh Nurses Association, Jatiya Press Club of Bangladesh, The Foreign Investors’ Chamber of Commerce & Industry (FICCI), Dhaka Chamber of Commerce & Industry (DCCI), and Bangladesh English Language Teachers Association.
Maynul Hasan Sohel, General Secretary of Dhaka Reporters Unity said, Manipal Hospital authorities have announced that they will provide health cards to those who are members of Dhaka Reporters Unity, and I thank the hospital authorities for that. Many of our Bangladeshi patients have to face some complications to get Indian visa. I request the Manipal Hospital authorities to pay special attention of in this issue.
Rashed Rabbi, President of Bangladesh Health Reporters Forum said, we who work with the health sector need to know and understand many things regarding this sector. Today, Manipal Hospital announced that they will provide free training to Bangladeshi doctors, nurses and those involved in health care. This training will help them enhance their skills and knowledge.
Ram Gopal Bardhan, Regional Head SAARC, International Healthcare and services Manipal Hospitals said, by offering these comprehensive education programs and workshops, Manipal Hospitals India continues to champion proactive healthcare approaches and underscores its commitment to improving the well-being of communities worldwide.
Chief Manager of International Healthcare Services of Manipal Hospital, Dr. Arun Chakraborty, AVP of International Healthcare Services Mr. Vikas Taib among others were present as a guest at the workshop.
