The new institute will serve as a comprehensive one-stop destination for the diagnosis, treatment, and management of kidney and urinary tract disorders

Manipal Hospitals Kolkata has launched Manipal Institute of Nephrology and Urology (MINU) in Kolkata, joining its established network of centres in Bengaluru, Goa, Mangalore, Jaipur, Manipal, Pune, Delhi, Gurugram, Ghaziabad, and Vijayawada. The new institute will serve as a comprehensive one-stop destination for the diagnosis, treatment, and management of kidney and urinary tract disorders. The inauguration also featured a special health awareness session for senior citizens, focusing on kidney and urology health, preventive strategies, and lifestyle management reinforcing Manipal Hospitals’ continued commitment to community well-being and preventive healthcare.  

The launch programme saw the participation of leading nephrologists and urologists from the units of Manipal Hospitals Kolkata. Among those present were the chief guest Dr H Sudarshan Ballal, Chairman, Manipal Health Enterprise along with Dr Upal Sengupta, Director – Team Nephrology and Clinical Lead Nephrology, Manipal Hospital Dhakuria and Senior Consultant – Nephrology Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, Broadway and Saltlake, Dr Dilip Kumar Pahari, Director – Nephrology, Manipal Hospitals, EM Bypass; Dr Arghya Majumdar, Senior Consultant and Advisor - Nephrology, Manipal Hospital, Dhakuria; Dr Abhay Kumar, Director – Urology and Uro-Oncology, Manipal Hospital EM Bypass and Senior Consultant – Urology, Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, Broadway and Salt Lake; and Dr Ranjan Sarkar, Senior Consultant – Nephrology, Manipal Hospitals, Broadway.  

The experts shared valuable insights on maintaining kidney and urology health, highlighting the importance of early detection, regular screening, and lifestyle management. They also interacted with senior citizens, addressing common concerns, explaining preventive measures, and guiding them on managing chronic kidney and urinary conditions. The interactive session aimed to empower them with the knowledge needed to lead healthier, more active lives.