Thousand Sayantan Advocates for Cardiac Bypass Surgery at SMCH
Demand for Cardiac Care in Barak Valley
Health Minister Singhal (2nd from right) with members of Thousand Sayantan, on Wednesday. (AT Photo)
Silchar, Oct 29: The need for advanced cardiac care in the Barak Valley has prompted Thousand Sayantan to reiterate its call for establishing cardiac bypass surgery facilities at Silchar Medical College and Hospital (SMCH).
This demand was put forth during two meetings with Health Minister Singhal on October 27 and 28, coinciding with his visit to the area.
The renewed advocacy for bypass surgery comes as SMCH is set to undergo significant infrastructural enhancements, underscoring the necessity to bolster its capabilities for specialized cardiac care.
In a press release from Saumitra Sankar Choudhury, a cultural figure and advisor to Thousand Sayantan, the delegation outlined its initiatives aimed at expanding specialized healthcare services at SMCH.
The statement emphasized the urgent requirement for cardiac surgeons, dedicated surgical facilities, intensive care units, diagnostic tools, and trained medical staff to facilitate the establishment of a bypass surgery program.
Choudhury expressed optimism that, with the backing of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and Health Minister Singhal, there would be significant advancements in SMCH and the broader healthcare framework in the Barak Valley.
Thousand Sayantan was established in response to the tragic passing of 25-year-old Sayantan Chakraborty, who experienced a severe cardiac arrest in October 2019.
His untimely death galvanized a group of young individuals to advocate for enhanced healthcare infrastructure and advanced cardiac treatment options at SMCH.
The discussions also highlighted the organization's long-standing relationship with Singhal, who was the guardian minister of Cachar when Thousand Sayantan was founded. MLAs Milan Das and Bijoy Malakar participated in the initial discussions.
The proposed enhancements could elevate SMCH's status as a referral center for patients from Cachar, Sribhumi, and Hailakandi.
Nonetheless, the successful implementation of a bypass surgery service will necessitate the availability of specialized personnel and the requisite infrastructure to perform complex cardiac procedures.