Doctors in Odisha's state-run hospitals have suspended their OPD strike after Health Minister Mukesh Mahaling promised to address their demands. The strike, which lasted weeks, caused significant patient inconvenience.
Raipur gears up for a major 3-day orthopaedic conference from Jan 9-11. Top surgeons to discuss bone treatments, trauma care & joint replacements. Join the event!
Sir Sayajirao Gaekwad Hospital in Vadodara enhances its orthopaedic and spine surgery unit with a high-end Carl Zeiss microscope via CSR. This upgrade promises safer, minimally invasive procedures for public healthcare patients.
Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Govt Hospital in Trichy launches a dedicated cancer OPD, day care chemo, and palliative ward, reducing patient referrals to Thanjavur. Plans for a full cancer block and PET scan facility are underway. Discover the new healthcare up
Doctors in Odisha's state hospitals intensify strike for pay parity, causing patient distress. Health Minister appeals for resolution as union threatens longer shutdown.
The Indian Orthopaedic Association and Pharmed unveil updated osteoporosis guidelines at IOACON 2025, focusing on early diagnosis and treatment. Learn about the new protocols.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari felicitated seven children in Nagpur who overcame severe locomotor disabilities to excel in academics, sports & public service. Read their inspiring stories.
Orthopaedic surgeons report a sharp increase in gym-related injuries linked to poor technique and overtraining. Learn how to exercise safely and avoid chronic pain.
Orthopaedic OPDs in Lucknow report a sharp 30% rise in joint and muscle pain complaints due to cold weather. Doctors advise on heat therapy and staying active for relief.
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar reviewed the six-storey LNJPN Super Speciality Hospital construction in Patna, directing officials to expedite work for a March 2026 completion. The Rs 215 crore project aims to provide advanced orthopaedic care.
Post-Covid fitness surge sees amateur athletes flooding clinics with knee, elbow, and shoulder injuries. Experts warn against underestimating sports like pickleball. Learn how to play safe.
Victoria Hospital in Bengaluru plans evening OPD clinics from 4 PM to 8 PM following a state government directive to reduce overcrowding and improve healthcare access for its 700+ daily patients.
Himachal CM Sukhu orders a fresh probe into the IGMC doctor-patient brawl, ending the doctors' strike. OPD services resume as govt promises security and warns against misconduct.
An orthopaedic surgeon from Mumbai clarifies that walking backwards does not multiply your step count. Learn the real benefits and risks of retro-walking for fitness and joint health.
Jaipur's health department mandates Aadhaar or Jan Aadhaar for patient registration at government hospitals. The move aims to streamline records but raises access concerns. Learn the details and implications.
Doctors in Odisha continue their one-hour OPD strike, impacting patients across state hospitals. The state forms a committee to address demands for pay parity and DACP. Read more.
Mahavir Vatsalya Aspatal in Patna will provide free OPD services on Monday, December 29, to mark the first death anniversary of Acharya Kishore Kunal. A statue will also be unveiled.
Delhi is set for a massive healthcare upgrade with a new OPD & critical care block at AIIMS, a super-speciality RML building, and 277 new primary health centres. Read about the 2026 expansion plan.
Doctors in Odisha stopped OPD work for an hour demanding pay parity & cadre restructuring. Emergency services unaffected. A full strike looms from Jan 1 if demands unmet.
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal conducted a surprise inspection of Rajiv Gandhi Super Speciality Hospital, ordering a 24-hour OPD and immediate improvements to patient care and facilities.
The under-construction AIIMS Rewari will begin OPD services in March 2026, with medical college classes starting next session. The 750-bed facility aims to ease healthcare burden in southern Haryana. Read more.
Joint pain myths can harm mobility. An orthopaedic surgeon from Navi Mumbai debunks common misconceptions with facts on exercise, age, surgery, and home remedies. Act now for better joint health.
OMSA doctors in Odisha to halt OPD services for an hour daily from Dec 26, demanding salary parity and better facilities. A full strike looms if demands are unmet by Jan 1. Read the latest.
RMLIMS in Lucknow is establishing a Rs 25 lakh 3D printing lab to create customised dental, facial & orthopaedic implants, cutting costs & surgery time. Workshop held for 200 practitioners.
Maharashtra achieves a Guinness World Record by conducting 1,003 free joint health screenings in 24 hours, a major step towards pain-free living. Discover the details!
CARE Hospitals, Visakhapatnam, hosted Israeli orthopaedic surgeon Dr Nimrod Snir for a knowledge exchange, boosting high-precision joint replacement care in Eastern India. Learn about the advanced techniques shared.
Sawai Man Singh Hospital in Jaipur opens a night OPD to treat non-critical patients, reducing rush in the emergency unit. Learn how this new facility improves healthcare access.
A new report reveals India's health insurance shift towards real-time use policies. Maternity cover adoption soars 150-180%, OPD sees 40% utilisation. Discover the new trends.
Sawai Man Singh Hospital in Jaipur launches a night OPD from 3 PM to 9 PM to treat non-critical patients, aiming to decongest its emergency unit and improve care for all.
CMRI Hospital in Kolkata launches Eastern India's first bone bank, enabling bone transplants from cadavers. This breakthrough will aid trauma, spine, and joint surgery patients. Read more about this medical milestone.