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Experts Shed Light on Advancement in Spine Surgeries MUMBAI, October 13, 2017/PRNewswire/ --- Forum on spinesurgery from expert's point of viewApollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai, today organized a spine supportprogram called 'Bounce Back'. This forum was a platform forthe patients to share their experiences and the doctors toeducate the patients regarding better lifestyle managementpost their treatment. The forum attended by around 150 peoplewas addressed by Dr. Ram Chaddha, Head, Apollo Institute ofSpine and Robotic Surgery; Dr. Prasad Muglikar, Director ofMedical Services at Apollo Hospitals; Dr. Agnivesh Tikoo,Spine Surgeon; and Dr. Mayur Mhatre, Neurosurgeon, who spokeon the concept of spine support forum.
(Photo:http://mma.prnewswire.com/media/582982/Apollo_Hospitals_Spine_Surgery_Program.jpg )The well-known spine and neuro surgeons came together andshared their knowledge on the technique, which emphasizes onthe ability to perform conventional spine surgery with minimaladditional trauma or injury to the patients, concept of spinesupport forum, ortho-neuro integration and how it isbeneficial to the patients, robotics, navigation, etc. Thesession was very interactive as the patients also shared theirexperiences.
"The agony of neck or back pain with radiation to, orweakness of the limbs gets people concerned and worried. We atApollo Spine & Robotics Institute wish to allay their anxiety,overcome their fear and reinforce their faith in evidence-based care for all spine problems. The Spine team assurescomplete healing experience, a team effort by the neurologist,neurosurgeon and ortho-spine surgeons helps achieve the mostcomplex surgical options with safety and surety," said Dr. RamChaddha, Head, Apollo Institute of Spine and Robotics.
"Most back issues are lifestyle related and can be easilyaddressed. Reassurance and refocusing on leading a healthylife is the way to go. Only minority of them needs surgery.
Through this platform, we want to spread awareness thatspine surgery is safe," says Dr. Agnivesh Tikoo, SpineSurgeon, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai.
The Apollo department of Spine is regarded as one of thetop and best hospitals for spine surgery in India with alegacy of innovation and excellence. The experienced spinesurgeons perform major and complex surgeries. The spinesurgery units at Apollo Hospitals are a conglomeration ofspine specialists in the treatment of spinal disorders,cancers, deformities as well as specialists in the areas ofpain management and physiotherapy. Some of the latesttechniques, including minimally invasive and robotic surgerieshave been done at the various hospitals of the group.
About Apollo Hospitals:It was in 1983 that Dr. Prathap Reddy made a pioneeringendeavour by launching India's first corporate hospital -Apollo Hospitals in Chennai. Over the years, Apollo Hospitalshas established itself as home to the largest cardiac practicein India with over 160,000 cardiac surgeries. Apollo Hospitalsis also the world's largest private cancer care provider andruns the world's leading solid organ transplant program.
As Asia's largest and most trusted healthcare group, itspresence includes 9,215 beds across 64 Hospitals; 2,500Pharmacies, over 90 Primary Care and Diagnostic Clinics, 110-plus Telemedicine Centres and 80-plus Apollo Munich Insurancebranches spanning the length and breadth of the country.
As an integrated healthcare service provider with HealthInsurance services, Global Projects Consultancy capability,over 15 medical education centres and a Research Foundationwith a focus on global clinical trials, epidemiologicalstudies, stem cell & genetic research, Apollo Hospitals hasbeen at the forefront of new medical breakthroughs with themost recent investment being that of commissioning the firstProton Therapy Center across Asia, Africa and Australia, andin Chennai, India. Every four days, the Apollo Hospitals Grouptouches a million lives, in its mission to bring healthcare ofinternational standards within the reach of every individual.
In a rare honour, the Government of India issued acommemorative stamp in recognition of Apollo's contribution,the first for a healthcare organization. Apollo HospitalsChairman, Dr. Prathap C Reddy, was conferred with theprestigious Padma Vibhushan in 2010. For more than 30 years,the Apollo Hospitals Group has continuously excelled andmaintained leadership in medical innovation, world-classclinical services and cutting-edge technology. Our hospitalsare consistently ranked amongst the best hospitals globallyfor advanced medical services and research.
For more information, please visit:https://www.apollohospitals.com/Media Contact:Arpit Shaharpit.shah@adfactorspr.com+91-9773700445Senior Account Manager, Adfactors PRSource: Apollo HospitalsPRNewswireOSS.
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