Fortis Memorial Research Institute (FMRI) Ranked No.2 on List of 'Most Technologically Advanced Hospitals' in the World

GURGAON, India, June 26, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --

Fortis Memorial Research Institute (FMRI), the flagship hospital of Fortis Healthcare Limited (Fortis), one of India's largest private healthcare chains with an international footprint, has been ranked No.2 in a recent world-wide study of the '30 Most Technologically Advanced Hospitals in the World', conducted by 'topmastersinhealthcare.com'.

FMRI has been ranked above several renowned hospitals such as Johns Hopkins Hospital, United States (No.3), Bumrungrad International Hospital, Thailand (No.6), Mayo Clinic Cancer Centre, United States (No.7) and Cleveland Clinic, United States (No.12).

The recent study highlights FMRI's one-of-its-kind diagnostic and patient-centric technologies such as the CT integrated BrainSUITE for brain and spine surgery, 3T Digital Broadband MRI, 256 Slice iCT Scanner that captures images of the heart in two heartbeats and India's first Open (see-through) Diagnostic Lab. Some other unique technologies at the hospital, include integrated operating and procedure rooms, digitised critical care cubicles, advanced cath-labs, transplant rooms, endoscopy suites, private birthing centres, a state-of-the-art radiation wing and a stem-cell lab to name a few. FMRI opens a new vista of medical benefits for patients requiring organ transplants and those suffering from degenerative diseases.

Dr. Dilpreet Brar, Regional Director, FMRI, said, "We are honoured to be ranked No.2 amongst the best hospitals in the world by topmastersinhealthcare.com. It is heartening that FMRI has distinguished itself as a prominent landmark in medical care in Asia and beyond, within a year of operations. Many patients have been successfully treated for their complex diseases across its multiple super-specialities. We offer the world's best clinical and patient-friendly services at the cutting-edge of science, with the aim of taking healthcare delivery to its next level."

Other advanced technologies available at FMRI, include the time-of-flight (TOF) PET-CT that delivers higher picture resolution and has the ability to detect lesions as small as 0.1 inches, bi-plane cath-lab, digital mammography, e-ICU and the world's first Radiation Therapy Unit, developed collaboratively by leading technology innovators Brain Lab & Elekta.

Fortis Memorial Research Institute (FMRI) brings the next-generation of super-specialisation in oncology, trauma and paediatric care with embedded centres of excellence in neurosciences, minimal access surgery, cardiac sciences and orthopaedics. It aims to explore new frontiers in healthcare using a multi-disciplinary approach to clinical diagnosis, interventions and treatment outcomes.

About Fortis Memorial Research Institute  

Fortis Memorial Research Institute is the flagship hospital of Fortis Healthcare Limited. It is a multi-super speciality, quaternary care hospital with a comprehensive team of clinicians and patient care programmes, supported by advanced technology and medical research solutions.  

Set on a spacious campus with a potential bed capacity of 1,000 beds, this ultra-modern facility utilises and showcases some of the latest technologies in use in world-class health care. Some of the milestone technologies at the hospital include amongst the first pilot project for precision radio-surgery in the world, integrated operating and procedure rooms, digitised critical care cubicles, advanced cath-labs, transplant rooms, endoscopy suites, private birthing centres, a state-of-the-art radiation wing and a stem cell lab to name a few facilities. A range of thoughtful services and health facilities for patients and their attending family include a swimming pool for hydrotherapy, a fully equipped gymnasium and spa for health and wellness, several art 'n' health programmes to recuperate, a mini theatre to de-stress, retail therapy outlets for immediate needs and a food court providing a choice of dining options to replenish energies.  

About Fortis Healthcare Limited 

Fortis Healthcare Limited is a leading integrated healthcare delivery service provider in India. The healthcare verticals of the company primarily comprise hospitals, diagnostics and day care speciality. Currently, the company operates its healthcare delivery services in India, Singapore, Dubai, Mauritius and Sri Lanka with 66 healthcare facilities (including projects under development), over 10,000 potential beds, over 240 diagnostic centres and a team strength of more than 17,000 people. 

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Media Contact: Raghu Kochar,[email protected], +91-9811617256, Snr Vice President Corporate Communications, Fortis Healthcare Limited