Speaker inaugurates MRI machine at CRH Tadong

GANGTOK, 04 Dec [IPR]: Central Referral Hospital is in the process of introducing state-of-the-art medical facilities that are affordable, accessible and acceptable to the people. Considering the need of the people of Sikkim and as a part of its commitment to the Government of Sikkim, the CRH installed a 1.5 Tesla MRI [Magnetic Resonance Imaging] machine which was inaugurated by the Speaker SLA, KT Gyaltsen today.
In his address, the Speaker deliberated on scientific knowledge and said that the ultimate aim of knowledge is to improve the quality of human life. Stating that the Central Referral Hospital is considered a multi-speciality hospital, he appealed to the doctors and other supporting staff to perform their duties and responsibilities with utmost care and dedication.
With the existence of a wonderful infrastructure, CRH must create an ambience to provide quality medical treatment and other facilities with a focus on development of health tourism as well, he added. The Speaker stressed on the priority to be given to the needy and for those who come under BPL category and also emphasized on special treatment to senior citizens.
The Speaker further stated that with the inauguration of this MRI facility, it will not only fulfill the need of the people of Sikkim but will also cater to the North East region.
Dr. Samsher Singh [MS, CRH] in his welcome address highlighted the plans and proposals for up-gradation of the CRH. He mentioned that the Governing Council of CRH had approved a proposal for up-gradation of CRH into a Super speciality hospital and an investment of Rs 37.65 crore has been planned for procurement of equipment and up-gradation of the infrastructure.
The aim is to establish CRH as a regional medical hub of national repute, he added. He also informed about the medical facilities and infrastructure which have been purchased and are in the pipeline.
The Speaker along with VC, SMU Brig. S.N. Mishra, HoDs and other dignitaries also visited the level 8 private room where a Presidential suite has been established for VIPs.