Medica & Rotary Launch Paediatric & Cervical Cancer Initiatives On National Doctors' Day

Medica Group of Hospitals, the largest private healthcare network in Eastern India, has partnered with Rotary District 3291 to launch a significant National Doctors' Day initiative.

In a press statement on Tuesday, the healthcare services provider said that this collaboration aims to raise awareness and conduct screenings for cervical and paediatric cancer, targeting underserved communities in West Bengal.

The initiative's primary objective is to provide essential healthcare services and support to these communities. Krishnendu Gupta, the new District Governor of Rotary District 3291 and Professor & Unit Head, the Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology at Vivekananda Institute of Medical Sciences, attended the event as the Guest of Honour. He was joined by several distinguished medical professionals, including Prof.  Subir Ganguly, Senior Consultant and Advisor in Radiation Oncology; Sourav Datta, Senior Consultant & Director of Medica Oncology; Arunava Roy, Senior Consultant & Head of Gynecologic Oncology & Women Cancer Initiative;  Sayan Das, Senior Consultant & Head of Radiation Oncology;Harsh Dhar, Head and Consultant of Head Neck Cancer Surgery, Skull Base Oncosurgery; Abhay Kumar, Head of Urology, Uro-Oncosurgery & Robotic Surgery Specialist; R. Udayan Lahiry, Managing Director of Medica Group of Hospitals; and Ayanabh DebGupta, Joint Managing Director of Medica Group of Hospitals.

Krishnendu Gupta emphasised the importance of cervical cancer prevention and screening, stating, “Our primary focus this year is cervical cancer prevention and screening. Like our efforts in polio eradication, our goal in the coming years is to eradicate cervical cancer through joint initiatives with Medica Hospital. With over 150 Rotary clubs in Kolkata and surrounding areas, we can reach communities that need it most. Leveraging the expertise of Medica's oncologists, we aim to impact the early detection and treatment of cervical cancer significantly. Additionally, we will support paediatric cancer patients from underprivileged families through our Life Beyond Cancer initiative, providing financial assistance for initial treatments.”

Prof. (Dr.) Subir Ganguly highlighted the goal of narrowing disparities in access to vital screening services, particularly in rural and semi-urban areas. He stated, “Our efforts aim to ensure quality healthcare reaches every corner, recognising the urgency and need to bridge this healthcare gap.”

Sourav Datta, Director of Medica Oncology, underscored the hospital's commitment to providing superior cancer treatment, stating, “Medica has taken a leading role with organ-specific cancer surgery and advanced technology for detection and treatment. Our partnership with Rotary will help mobilise resources to reach the last mile population and ensure comprehensive screenings for cervical cancer.”

R. Udayan Lahiry, Managing Director of Medica Group of Hospitals, expressed the importance of extending cancer care to rural and semi-urban areas, noting, “Our cervical cancer screening camps will raise awareness about prevention and early diagnosis, working hand in hand with Rotary and other local bodies.”

Ayanabh Debgupta, Joint Managing Director of Medica Group of Hospitals, emphasised the responsibility to connect with district communities and bridge the care gap, remarking, “Our Oncology team conducts regular screening camps and awareness sessions to sensitise more people about cancer.”