Kotak Mahindra Group’s elevates diagnostic capabilities at KJ Somaiya Hospital & Research Centre

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The advanced machines including CT scan and ventilators were installed under the CSR initiatives of Kotak Group

KJ Somaiya Hospital & Research Centre has upgraded its diagnostic capabilities with a new CT scan machine and ventilators for paediatric intensive care unit (PICU) through the CSR initiative of Kotak Mahindra Group. 

The Advanced equipment was inaugurated by Amit Bagri, Managing Director and CEO-Kotak Mahindra Investments alongside Samir Somaiya, Chairman, K J Somaiya Medical Trust and other dignitaries.

The new CT Scan system, equipped with cutting-edge multi-slice technology, faster gantry rotation, and advanced dose-reduction algorithms, ensures high-resolution imaging with minimal radiation exposure. This upgrade significantly boosts diagnostic accuracy and workflow efficiency, empowering clinicians to make faster, more informed decisions for improved patient outcomes.

Samir Somaiya said, “The installation of this advanced CT scan system and ventilators for the paediatric intensive care unit (PICU) with the support of Kotak Mahindra Group, underscores our continued investment in technology that benefits both our patients and society at large.”

Amit Bagri mentioned, “We are honoured to partner with KJ Somaiya Hospital & Research Centre in its mission to provide exceptional healthcare services. Kotak Group’s contribution to the new CT scan machine and ventilators for the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) reflects our ongoing commitment to community welfare and advancing medical infrastructure, ensuring that patients receive the best possible diagnostic care.”

Dr Manisha Bobade, CEO, KJ Somaiya Hospital & Research Centre emphasised the broader impact of the Kotak Mahindra Group’s contribution and said, “Beyond the technology itself, this initiative enhances the entire patient journey— from faster diagnosis to reduced wait times to more personalized treatment plans. It equips our clinical teams with accurate data for better outcomes and brings us closer to our vision of seamlessly integrating innovation into patient care.”

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