The Civil Hospital in Ahmedabad launched Gujarat’s largest government skin bank on Mar 6, besides other advanced medical facilities. 

Gujarat health minister Rushikesh Patel presided over the inauguration ceremony.

Rushikesh Patel, in his address, highlighted the initiatives as a testament to the collective efforts of the government, society, and philanthropic organisations in realising the vision of a “developed Gujarat leading to a developed India by 2047”. 

The projects are expected to significantly elevate the level of healthcare services available to citizens, reflecting a comprehensive approach to medical care and patient welfare, an official said. 

The establishment of the skin bank is for treating burn victims and patients requiring skin grafts due to various accidents.

The skin bank is poised to become a resource for the burns and plastic surgery departments. Additionally, the inauguration featured the unveiling of a ‘128-slice GE CT scan’ machine, worth around ₹6.25 cr. 

This addition is expected to reduce wait times for patients needing CT scans while providing high-resolution imaging capabilities for better diagnosis and treatment planning. 

Other noteworthy projects introduced include a new patient facilitation centre at the OPD, constructed with the support of the Bank of Baroda, and innovative patient golf cart services funded by the Astra Foundation and Canara Bank, aimed at enhancing patient mobility within the hospital premises.

A contribution of ₹12 lakh was made towards developing a children’s garden opposite the hospital.

(Source: IANS)

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