Different medical tourism agencies/ facilitators
joined hands for the development of Indian Medical Tourism both traditional (Unani,
Aurvedic) and regular. More than 70 medical facilitators were gathered in
Okhla, New Delhi on August 21, 2013 and discussed on the topic of “Future of
Medical Facilitators in India”. This general discussion was called by Al-Shifa
Medico Facilitators a partner entity of OAS EXIM Pvt. Ltd., Abdul al-Hafiz
Group, Marlin Safe Med Journey and Al-Rahman Medical Tourism Pvt. Ltd.
Mr. Obaid-ul-Allah (MD of OAS EXIM
Pvt. Ltd.) enlightening the need of Al-Shifa, said it would provide the shelter
for both patients as well as facilitators and control the cost of surgical
procedure. He further said that their goals are to provide high level quality care
within affordable price that’s why they will only deal with those hospitals
which fulfill JCI and NABH criteria.
Mr. Abdul al-Hafiz (Abdul al-Hafiz
Group) also addressed the gathering and described the nature of work of Al-Shifa.
He said that few medical tourism agencies were not upto the marks and exploiting
the patients. I think Al-Shifa is real eye-opener for many medical facilitators
and guides them to deal with foreign patients.
Mr. Md. Afzal Siddiqui (Marlin Safe
Med Journey) explained the objective and goal of Indian Council of Medical Facilitators
and Interpreters (ICMFI). He said that all these efforts to protect the
reputation of Indian Medical tourism from disreputable hospitals and healthcare
providers which may not have the same level of quality healthcare and standards.
ICMFI makes us able to demonstrate a depth of Indian options many hadn’t seen
before.
Participants of this
programme actively shared their views and nominated a group of ten people to
tackle their concerns. In this function, Mr. Safder Imam, Mr. Abdullah,
Mr. Imdad Rabbani, Mr. Shifa Mr. Ateeq and Mr. Afaq along with 70 medical facilitators
were present and assured to strengthen the Al-Shifa.
Participants
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I was a participant in the programme, as well I participated some meetings before when the general form and structure of the coordination body were the matter of concern. I was wondered to see the outcome of organizers’ efforts and the response of participants. All things are very promising. However, I hope and request the same candor and attachment as well by the participants too as was shown by the organizers towards the common goal and destination.
ReplyDeleteMd AFZAL RAHMANI
Hi Afzal Rahmani,
ReplyDeleteThanks for your time and comments...
We assure you that our Council as well Al-Shifa will always work for development of Indian medical tourism and medical facilitators/ interpreters.
We need your support and feed backs....
Marlin Safe Med Journey
I am happy to know that Indian medical facilitators are working together for development of medical tourism sector...
ReplyDeleteCongratulations for this wounder full event... Keep it up..
Abdul Khalique Kamil
Hi AbdulKhalique,
ReplyDeleteThanks for your comments and support..
That's a great news that the medical tourism getting together and being organized. It will create a trustworthiness and attract the people around the world. I am sure this effort will result as a great medical hub for the foreigners and take the industry to hilt.
ReplyDeleteReally it's nice to hear these things from you Marlin, great effort and I hope and wish for success.
Ataur Rahman
Thanks a lot Mr. Ataur Rahman for your feedback..
ReplyDeleteyour comments are highly appreciated...
Use of Nanotechnology in Orthopedics
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Nanotechnological Sensors- A Nanotechnological sensor communicating how well an implant is faring in the body to a handheld device is currently in development. The program within the handheld device would interpret that signal and provide feedback to the patient. It helps monitor the growth of the patients’ cells in their regenerative process. A sensor such as this will cut down on time and money for both the patient and the doctor.
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Nanotechnological Antimicrobial Surfaces
AcryMed has developed an antimicrobial surface that primarily uses the properties of silver combined with nanotechnology to keep implants clean. AcryMed refers to it as silver antimicrobial technology, wherein silver nanoparticles bind to the surfaces of any device.
Over time, the scientific community has learned that almost all medically relevant microbes can establish a fast-mutating, adherent lifestyle wherein the organism attaches to a surface in the body where it forms colonies that spread. A cohesive film-like layer forms over the colony to protect it—hence the term “biofilm.” Once attached to an orthopedic device’s surface, this biofilm can be a major cause of infection spreading in the body.
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Nanotechnological Coating for Wear-Resistance in Spinal Implants
How do you handle a breaking alloy or orthopedic device that needs to be replaced in 10 to 15 years? It's time and money-consuming. Nanotechnology can help here as well. The Spire Corporation has already been approved to develop a lattice made of nano-structures that are composed of many different materials, like an alloy. The strength of the lattice in comparison to today's orthopedic devices is larger, granting a longer lifespan.
For more information, click here.
Orthopedic Nanotube Hydrogel – Conducted by Brown University and University of Alberta
A hydrogel - a water based structure - has been found, when combined with nanotubes, to increase adhesion up to 236%. Not only is it a safe chemical to use, but it works in conjunction with the previous two methods.
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