Medtronic and Apollo Hospitals in Indore aim to enhance the expertise of healthcare professionals in renal denervation therapy
Apollo Hospital, Indore has partnered with Medtronic India. The collaboration is primarily aimed at improving treatment options for patients with resistant and uncontrolled hypertension, to improve the goal of improving their overall health outcomes.
Through this initiative, Medtronic and Apollo Hospitals in Indore aim to enhance the expertise of healthcare professionals in renal denervation therapy. By organising training sessions and workshops, the programme ensures that medical teams stay updated on cutting-edge technologies and techniques for effectively managing and treating hypertension, beyond drugs. Additionally, both organisations will collaborate on community education efforts, raising awareness among patients and caregivers about hypertension, its treatment options, and strategies for better health management.
Mandeep Singh Kumar, MD and VP, Medtronic India said, “Renal Denervation Therapy represents a significant advancement in the treatment of resistant hypertension, and through this collaboration, we aim to empower healthcare professionals with advanced training and resources. By working together, we are committed to improving patient outcomes and setting new standards in the management of this complex condition.”
Dr Sarita Rao, Senior Interventional Cardiologist & Director Cath Lab, Apollo Hospitals, Indore, commented, “We recognise that uncontrolled hypertension remains one of the most pressing health challenges of our time. Through the integration of advanced training modules and cutting-edge patient education technologies, we are strategically positioned to deliver more impactful and sustainable solutions. This collaboration with Medtronic marks a pivotal step in our ongoing journey to empower patients with effective strategies for managing their condition. By leveraging innovative treatment approaches, we aim to drive meaningful improvements in patient outcomes and enhance the overall quality of care for both patients and caregivers.”
Dr Roshan Rao, Head of Department of Cardiology, Apollo Hospitals Indore said that worldwide more than one billion adults aged 30-79 have hypertension. 54 per cent of adults are diagnosed, 42 per cent are treated and a mere 20 per cent have their hypertension controlled.
