1. EUMIND PROJECT Medical Facilities Pawar Public School ,
Chandivali Regions 11 Article 2
2. INTRODUCTION In our region Powai, there are hospitals for
every strata of the society. We have the Powai hospital, Nahar
Medical Center and the Dr. L. H. Hiranandani hospital. The Nahar
Medical Centre is at a distance of 1km from our school and it takes
about 3 minutes to reach. Whereas the Dr. L. H. Hiranandani
Hospital is at a distance of 4km from our school and it takes about
15 minutes to reach. We conducted a survey in the Dr. L. H.
Hiranandani Hospital and our findings are compiled in this
PowerPoint Presentation.
4. DOCTORS Dr. L. H. Hiranandani Hospital has one of the best
teams of doctors. They are very well equipped with the best
equipment and training facilities. The hospital is facilitated with
doctors specialized in various fields such as cardiology,
dermatology, neurology, gynecology, physiotherapy, urology,
paedriatics, oncology, orthopedicatics to mention a few. This
ensures that the patients case is treated with the right measures
and precautions. The 24 hour hospital has a team of doctors to
consult the patients with emergencies at any time. The doctors are
very hygienic and they sanitize their hands before and after they
treat a patient.
5. NURSES At Dr.L.H.Hiranandani Hospital, they have high
quality nursing care that treats all patients with dignity and
respect. The Nursing department is continually upgrading nursing
skills through continuous training. Here, the nurses have high
level of clinical knowledge and technical skill. They have a
systematic approach to individualized nursing care. They provide
quality support and preventive healthcare services at the patients
place of residence, and assist the patient and family to maintain
as normal a lifestyle as is possible. The qualified Nurses provide
both routine and specialized nursing care.
6. EQUIPMENTS According to the survey we also concluded that
the facilities and amenities in the hospital are completely up to
date. There is a vast difference between the technology used today
and the technology used 19 years ago. The hospital has a small
fleet of very well equipped ambulances. The basic task here is to
retrieve emergency cases from the proximity areas of the hospital.
The ambulances are equipped with advanced life support systems and
carry a doctor on board for cardiac and other life threatening
emergencies.
7. FACILITIES Dr.L.H.Hiranandani Hospital offers the facility
of Gymnasium located on the second floor of the hospital. There is
a professional trainer to help you. The membership cost is Rs.
1300/- per month. Days: Monday to Saturday Timings: 11am to 3pm
,7pm to 9pm
8. HERE IS A BRIEF PRESENTATION ON WHAT WE LEARNT DURING THE
INTERVIEW.
9. DR.RAMESH IYER A PAEDIATRICIAN Dr.Ramesh Iyer (M.D. (Paed),
D.C.H. ) is a child and new born specialist working in Dr. L. H.
Hiranandani Hospital. Q)During which season are the children more
prone to disease? A)Most children fall ill during the monsoon
season. Q)What do you love most about the hospital? A)The N.I.C.U
of the hospital is the most advanced and well equipped part of the
hospital. It does its best to increase the infant morality
rate.
10. DR.ANITA SONI A GYNAECOLOGIST Dr.Anita Soni (MBBS
,MD,DNB,DGO, FCPS) is a full time doctor in the field of obstetrics
and gynaecology. She is also one of the doctors who laid down the
foundation of the hospital. She informed us about the various
problems faced by the youngsters and senior citizens of this
generation. She also permitted us to view the N.I.C.U. and delivery
room of the hospital.
11. DR.SANJANA - AN OPHTHALMOLOGIST Dr. Sanjana (MBBS,MS),a
member of the International Council of Ophthalmologists (ICO) is a
well known doctor of Dr. L. H. Hiranandani Hospital. Q)A major part
of society suffers either from myopia or hypermetropia. Can we
prevent this? A)Optical power is hereditary. So,one cannot avoid
acquiring spectacles But we can prevent increasing the power in our
eyes by eating foods rich in vitamin A like carrots, mangoes,
tomatoes and spinach.
12. Q)What are the various common diseases affecting the
population of India? A)Cataract and Glaucoma are the most common
diseases affecting the population. Cataract is a disease in which a
cloudy image is formed in the eye. Glaucoma damages the optic nerve
and diminishes the field of vision. Emphasizing on glaucoma, she
explained how it is a 'silent killer of the eye'. It slowly darkens
the image from the sides towards the centre.
13. Q)Can anything be done to restore vision? A)Blindness is
caused by various factors. One can restore vision with the
transplantation of the damaged part such as the that of the cornea
and amniotic membranes. She permitted us to see the various
machines used to view a 360 degree look at the eye, the various
organs of the eye, etc.
14. HEAD NURSE Q)How does you staff work in case of an
emergency medical situation? A)The head nurse told us that the
nurses and ward boys of the hospital are always alert and are ready
to face any emergency situation. They see to it that no patient is
left unattended. They assist doctors and surgeons while treating
their patients. They also play a role in increasing the patients
morale. They try to maintain a positive atmosphere and keep the
patient and their familys spirits high.
15. PROBLEMS FACED DURING THE INTERVIEW We faced a lot of
problems in conducting our survey. At first they refused us from
interviewing the doctors and the hospital staff. Later through
special acquaintance our school arranged the interview for us. They
took special permissions and allowed us to interview the doctors
and the hospital staff.
16. DEFINE YOUR REGION WITH A SHORT EXPLANATION. Powai a
community that works like a family. We help each other to make our
region a better place. Problems are discussed and sorted out to
maintain the region. The region has many medical facilities to
ensure the well-being of its people. Workshops are held and free
health check-ups are done to keep the people healthy and safe. The
regions most renowned hospitals are Nahar Medical Centre,
Dr.L.H.Hiranandani Hospital and the Powai Nursing Home.
17. HOSPITALS IN POWAI THE POWAI HOSPITAL
18. Nahar Medical Centre and its location Dr.L.H.Hiranandani
Hospital and its location
19. WHAT ARE THE VARIOUS TYPES OF MEDICAL FACILITIES IN YOUR
AREA? The Powai region is provided with well-qualified pharmacies,
clinics and hospitals. The following are the most renowned ones:
Pharmacies - Clinics - Hospitals - Wellness Forever (24 hour
pharmacy) Noble Chemist (24 hour pharmacy) Star Medico Dr.Ramesh V.
Iyer - Child and New Born Specialist The Desai Clinic Eyes First
Clinic Dr.L.H.Hiranandani Hospital Nahar Medical Centre
20. IS MEDICAL ASSISTANCE EASILY AVAILABLE DAY AND NIGHT? Many
pharmacies and hospitals are available 24 hours a day such as the
Wellness Forever Pharmacy and Dr. L. H. Hiranandani Hospital. The
hospital has a separate casualty section with well-qualified
doctors and nurses to attend to the patients. The section has the
various machines necessary during emergencies. The concerned family
doctor is informed if the patients case is serious or fatal. If an
individual is victim to an accident at night, he is sure to receive
help form the hospitable people of Powai and the experienced
doctors of the hospital. One need not worry about the necessity of
any medicine at odd hours. There are many pharmacies in Powai
providing day-and-night delivery service such as the Noble Chemist
Pharmacy.
21. ARE THERE HOSPITALS WHICH SPECIALIZE IN THE TREATMENT OF
DIFFERENT AILMENTS? The Powai region has many clinics with doctors
specializing in various fields of medicine. The Dr. L. H.
Hiranandani Hospital itself has various doctors with specialization
in a specific field of medical study such as dermatology, oncology,
urology, gynaecology, neurology, dentistry, orthopaedics,
ophthalmology, to name a few. The following are a few clinics
situated in Powai , specializing in a specific branch of medicine:
Eyes First Clinic (Ophthalmology) Dr. Bipin Patwardhans Clinic
(Dentistry & Orthodontics) Dr. Ramesh V. Iyers Clinic
(Paediatrics) The Padmalaya Nursing Home (Gynaecology)
22. IS FREE TREATMENT AVAILABLE FOR THE POORER SECTIONS OF
SOCIETY? The poorer sections of society are welcome to take part in
the free health check-up workshops initiated by Dr. L. H.
Hiranandani Hospital. These check ups are usually specialized in
various common health problems faced by the present generation. It
alerts the patient whether they are victim to some disease ,
spreading awareness of it in the process. The backward classes of
the society do not prefer visiting the large hospital due to its
unaffordable fee. Free treatment is unavailable to this section of
the society. However, there are various medical facilities
available to them. The Powai Nursing Home offers a lower fee. On
asking the more fortunate people of Powai, we found that they are
always ready to lend a helping hand.
23. WHAT ARE THE PROBLEMS FACED BY PEOPLE DURING TIMES OF
EMERGENCY OR IN CRITICAL CONDITIONS? During a medical emergency,
not a lot of problems are faced in Powai. There are various medical
centres spread all over the area. So, time is usually not a
problem. Most of the people in Powai are kind and are willing to
help in case of an emergency. Only a few of the people in Powai may
not want to take the responsibility.
24. The medical experts of Powai do their best to help their
patients. They try to instill in the patients, a sense of optimism.
The various medical facilities together allow the people of every
strata of society to receive medical help at any given time. The
area has many doctors specializing in specific branches of
medicine. Thus allowing a concentrated study on the problem and
ensuring a better solution. The constant free medical check-up
camps set up Dr. L. H. Hiranandani Hospital helps in spreading
awareness and reducing cases of the specific disease. The 24 hour
hospitals and pharmacies and the hospitable Powaiites prevent the
worsening of serious injuries. In all, it can be concluded that
Powai, a small suburb nestled in the heart of hillocks and a serene
lake, is self- sufficient in terms of medical facilities.