Hyderabad 11th September 2023: FUJIFILM India, a pioneer in healthcare imaging and information systems formalized their partnership with Department of Gastroenterology, Yashoda Group of Hospitals, Hyderabad for establishing training and research facility. The MoU was signed in the presence of Dr.A.Lingaiah, Director Medical Services, Yashoda Group of Hospitals, Mr. Tatsuhiko Saeki , Global Head of Endoscopy Division, FUJIFILM Corporation, Tokyo , Mr. Dheeraj Chaudhri, Head of the Department FUJIFILM India Pvt. Ltd, and Mr. Tomosuke Okada, Japanese Advisor, FUJIFILM India Pvt. Ltd.
This training facility at one of the most prestigious institutes will help the gastroenterologists enhance their skills in Basic and advanced GI endoscopy including Endoscopic Ultrasound procedures. The center will also provide comprehensive training and observer ship programs to doctors from the Asia Pacific Region.
Speaking about the new collaboration, Mr. Tatsuhiko Saeki, Global Head of Endoscopy Division, FUJIFILM Corporation, Tokyo said, “FUJIFILM Corporation has always been at the forefront of healthcare innovation and strongly believes that training and education to the Healthcare Professionals can significantly contribute to raising the standards of patient care in the country. Yashoda Group of Hospitals has immensely supported the healthcare ecosystem in India, and we wish that this partnership with FUJIFILM India will positively impact the patient care standards in various remote regions of the country with the help of continuous training programs. In line with our vision to provide the best-in-class technology, our aim is to never stop innovating and working towards making India a healthier place to live in.”
Mr. Dheeraj Chaudhri, Head of Endoscopy Division, Endoscopy Systems Division, FUJIFILM India said, “We are delighted to announce that the new training facility will make the Gastroenterologists performing endoscopic procedures abreast of the latest technology in Endoscopic Ultrasound System, ERCP and Third space including new technologies available for diagnostic endoscopy. This strategic partnership will support training and clinical research activities in collaboration with all the branches of Yashoda Group with a vision of raising patient care standards in the country. FUJIFILM India Endoscopy Division aims to strengthen the health standards of the country and empower the Healthcare Professionals improve patient outcomes with world class training facilities and latest technologies in the country.”
Dr.A.Lingaiah, Director Medical Services, Yashoda Hospitals said ” Yashoda Hospitals continuously seeks clinical advancement & better patient care by its commitment to Training & Research across its Multi-specialty Care. Having a collaboration with Fujifilm India for Training & Research in Basic and Advanced Interventional Gastroenterology gives us the platform to share our expertise and knowledge with other clinicians around the Asia Pacific Region. The objective is to create a conducive environment to teach interventional endoscopy procedures and provide didactic and hands-on teaching in endoscopic proficiency.
The Center actively conducts clinical research in pancreatic and biliary disorders, early detection of pancreatic cancer, advanced imaging modalities, bariatric endoscopy, and novel endoscopic devices. In addition, our program is committed to the training of GI fellows and advanced endoscopy fellows.”
FUJIFILM India is dedicated to enhancing healthcare in the country, simplifying diagnostics, and ensuring safer practices. This partnership is poised to deliver even greater results, benefiting healthcare professionals and patients.
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About FUJIFILM India:
FUJIFILM India Pvt. Ltd. Established in 2007 is a wholly owned subsidiary of FUJIFILM Holdings Corporation, Tokyo. FUJIFILM India is present in three business segments – Healthcare, Materials, and Imaging. With a vast portfolio of technologically advanced products, the company is involved in the business of Healthcare, Endoscopy Systems, Photo Imaging Solutions, Digital Still Camera, Instant Camera, Optical Devises, Graphic Communication Solutions, Recording Media & Industrial Product. For more information please visit: https://www.fujifilm.com/in/en