Daijiworld Media Network - Kozhikode
Kozhikode, Mar 26: Aster MIMS, Kozhikode, has created history by becoming the first hospital in India to receive the prestigious Comprehensive Stroke Center accreditation from the American Heart Association (AHA). This global recognition underscores the hospital’s excellence in stroke care, from advanced diagnostics to cutting-edge treatment and comprehensive rehabilitation.
Aster MIMS follows an integrated stroke care model, starting at the pre-hospital stage with its innovative Response-Rescue-Resuscitation (R-R-R) system. The hospital also boasts one of South Asia’s pioneering emergency department Biplane Cathlabs, facilitating precise stroke diagnosis and rapid intervention.
Commenting on the milestone, Lukman Ponmadath, COO of Aster MIMS, said, “This accreditation is a testament to our commitment to delivering world-class stroke treatment. It highlights our advanced diagnostics, modern therapies, and comprehensive post-stroke care, ensuring timely and effective treatment.”
The hospital has already earned multiple accolades in stroke management, including the World Stroke Organization’s Angels Awards (9 Diamond, 2 Platinum, and 3 Gold), the IHWS Patient-Centric Hospital in Stroke Care Award, and the Voice of Healthcare’s Stroke Innovation and Excellence Award.
Dr Venugopalan P P, head of emergency medicine, noted, “With our state-of-the-art infrastructure, we ensure timely interventions that significantly improve recovery outcomes.”
Aster MIMS' R-R-R system ensures seamless communication between emergency teams, enabling real-time assessments and critical interventions even before patients arrive. The hospital’s Biplane Cathlab allows for immediate imaging and precise treatment, significantly reducing Door-to-Needle Time (DTNT) and Door-to-Groin Time (DTGT), crucial for better patient outcomes.
The achievement was formally announced at a press conference attended by key officials, including Lukman Ponmadath, Dr Jacob Alappat, Dr Abraham Mammen, Dr Noufal Basheer, Dr Venugopalan P P, Dr Abdul Rahman, Dr Rafeeque, and Dr Paul Alappat.