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INAUGURATION OF A NEW PODIATRY CLINIC AT M.V.CENTRE FOR DIABETES MYLAPORE BY MS. DIPIKA PALLIKAL, NATIONAL SQUASH CHAMPION ON WEDNESDAY, 1ST OF SEPTEMBER, 2010

Photo (Left) Ms. Dipika Pallikal, National Squash Champion is inaugurating the Podiatry Clinic of the centre. Dr.Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director of the centre (right) can be seen. Photo (Right) Dr.Vijay Viswanathan is addressing the gathering. Seated next to him (from left to right) Ms.Dipika Pallikal, India’s top squash champion and Dr. J. Nagarathnam, Chief Executive.

About new Podiatry Clinic
The new foot care (Podiatry) clinic at M. V. Centre for Diabetes, Mylapore, offers an expansion of foot care services provided by experts at Podiatry clinic at M. V. Hospital for Diabetes, Royapuram. The Foot care clinic will be a regional center where patients can be treated for a variety of conditions, including in-growing toe nail, fungal infections of the toe, callus, while providing diagnostic tests such as foot pressure measurements, detection of sensory loss in the foot and many more. This new Foot Care centre clinic will also provide routine integrated care of the feet of diabetic patients. The services of the clinic include education of the patient in practical aspects of foot care, early recognition of feet at risk and treatment of various foot problems in people with diabetes. Special advice will also be provided for selection of right type of footwear.

Several studies have shown that the regular wear of therapeutic footwear, foot education, and diabetic foot care, prevents ulceration, reduces re-ulceration and amputation. Apart from these, Customized insoles are prescribed to offload high pressures from the metatarsal heads and from other areas, which helps in reducing the risk of plantar ulceration. Recently, The M.V. Hospital for Diabetes, Royapuram, introduced ‘ DIASTEP’ a customized foot wear and also the manufacture of therapeutic insoles at its podiatry centre in Royapuram.

FOUNDER’S DAY CELEBRATION : (26-08-2010)

Photo (Left) Vaagai Chandra Sekar, Film Actor (2nd from right), Mrs. Jegadha Chandra Sekar (extreme right) Dr.Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director (2nd from left) and Dr. J. Nagarathnam Chief Executive (extreme left) are seen. Photo (Right) Mrs. Jegadha Chandra Sekar is giving away prizes for the staff and photo clips below Kalai Kaveri Fine Arts College, are performing a group dance on the occasion of Founder’s Day Celebration.

INFOTAINMENT 2010 PROGRAMME FOR PEOPLE WITH JUVENILE DIABETES HELD AT THE AUDITORIUM OF THIS INSTITUTE ON SATURDAY, 29TH OF MAY,2010.

Photo(Left) Dr.Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director is addressing the gathering at the concluding session of the Infotainment Programme 2010. Film/TV actress Ms.Janaki Sabesh and Dr.Nagarathnam, Chief Executive of this Institute are seen on the dais. Photo (Right) Ms.Janaki Sabesh giving away the trophies to the winners on ‘Quiz Competition and Speech Competition’. Dr.Vijay Viswanathan and Dr.Nagarathnam are seen in the picture.

INAUGURATION OF M.V.CENTRE FOR DIABETIC FOOT CARE, PODIATRY, RESEARCH & MANAGEMENT HELD AT THE ROYAPURAM CORPORATE OFFICE OF M.V.GROUP OF INSTITUTIONS ON 28TH MARCH, 2010.,

Mr.Prashant, Film Actor (4th from left) declared the new podiatry centre open by cutting the customary ribbon. Thiru S.N.Seshasai, IPS (3rd from left) and Dr.Vijay Viswanathan (2nd from right) are seen in the picture. Photo right Thiru S.N.Seshasai IPS lighting the traditional lamp as part of the inauguration of the new Podiatry centre.

Thiru S.N.Seshasai, IPS (Centre) declared the research unit open by cutting the customary ribbon. Mr.Prashant, Film Actor (Left) and Dr.Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director (Right) are also seen. Photo right Mr. Prashant Film Actor is addressing the gathering after inaugurating the Podiatry Centre. Thiru S.N.Seshasai, IPS and Dr.Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director are seen on the dais.

Chennai 14^th March, 2010

Prof. M.Viswanathan Gold Medal Oration & Diabetes Research Centre Gold Medal Oration Awards for the year 2009 were held at Sheraton Chola on Sunday 14^th March, 2010 in the august presence of distinguished luminaries from various walk of life. The orations were attended by more than 150 doctors. Scientific committee of the Diabetes Research Centre every year select eminent doctors to confer on these awards. Prof. M.Viswanathan Gold Medal Oration award for the year 2009 was conferred on Dr. Michael M.Engelgau, Senior Public Health Specialist, South Asia Human Development, World Bank, Washington DC. USA. His topic was ‘Diabetes and Chronic Diseases in Indian and South Asia : Beyond the numbers’. Diabetes Research Centre Gold Medal for the year 2009 was conferred on Dr. Rudolf W.Bilous, Professor of Clinical Medicine, Newcastle University, UK . His topic was “Newer Perspectives in Diabetic Nephropathy”. The scientific meeting was witnessed honouring two eminent scholars in Medicine with Life Time Achievements Awards 2009. Padmasri Prof. Mayil Vahanan Natarajan, Vice Chancellor, Dr.M.G.R Medical University, Guindy, Chennai and Prof. V.Seshiah, Chairman, Dr.V.Seshiah Diabetes Research Institute and Dr.Balaji Diabetes Care Centre, Chennai.

Prof. S. Thanikachalam, Chairman & Director, Cardiac Care Centre, Sri Ramachandra University, Chennai (2^ndfrom left) releasing the revised Manual on ‘Socio Economics of Diabetes’ and the first copy was received by Padmasri Prof. Mayil Vahanan Natarajan, Vice Chancellor, Dr.M.G.R. Medical University (3^rdfrom Left). Dr.Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director, M.V.Hospital for Diabetes & Diabetes Research Centre (4^thfrom left) Dr.S.N.Narasingan, Dean of Studies (5^th from Left) and Dr.Michael M.Engelgau, Sr.Public Health Specialist, World Bank (Extreme Right) are in the picture.

Prof. M.Viswanathan Gold Medial Oration-2009 was presented to Dr.Michael M. Engelgau, Senior Public Health Specialist, South Asia Human Development, World Bank, Washington DC, USA by Padmasri, Prof.Mayil Vahanan Natarajan, Vice Chancellor, Dr.M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai. Prof. S.Thanikachalam (Extreme Left) Dr.Vijay Viswanathan (Centre) and Dr.S.N.Narasingan, Dean of Studies (Extreme Right) are seen in the picture.

Diabetes Research Centre Gold Medal Oration 2009 was presented to Dr.Rudolf W.Bilous, Professor of Clinical Medicine, Newcastle University, UK by Padmasri Prof. Mayil Vahanan Natarajan, Vice Chancellor, Dr. MGR Medical University. Prof. V.Seshiah (1^st from left), Prof S.Thanikachalam (2^nd from left), Dr.Vijay Viswanathan (5^th from left), Dr.S.N.Narasingan (6^th from left) and Dr.Michael M. Engelgau are seen in the picture.

Life Time Achievement Award 2009 was presented to Padmasri Prof.Mayil Vahanan Natarajan, Vice Chancellor, Dr. MGR Medical University by Prof. S.Thanikachalam, Chairman & Director Cardiac Care Centre, Sri Ramachandra University, Chennai. Prof. V. Seshiah (1^st from left), Dr.Vijay Viswanathan, (4^th from left), and Dr.S.N.Narasingan, Dean of Studies (extreme right) are seen in the picture.

Life Time Achievement Award, 2009 was presented to Prof. V.Seshiah, Chairman, Dr. V.Seshiah Diabetes Research Institute by Prof. S.K.Rajan (1^stfrom Left). Prof. S. Thanikachalam (3^rd from left), Padmasri Prof. Mayil Vahanan Natarajan (4^th from left) and Dr.Vijay Viswanathan (Extreme Right) are also seen in the picture.

DIABETES AWARENESS AND DETECTION CAMP HELD FOR THE CORPORATE OFFICE OF DINAKARAN TAMIL DAILY ON SATURDAY, 13^th FEBRUARY, 2010 AT THEIR MYLAPORE CORPORATE OFFICE, CHENNAI.

Participants in the camp being tested by medical team from M.V.Hospital for Diabetes, Royapuram.

DIABETES AWARENESS AND DETECTION CAMP HELD BY M.V.HOSPITAL FOR DIABETES IN ASSOCIATION WITH SREE SHAKDWEPIYA BRAHAMAN KALYAN TRUST AT SIVANJI JAIN BHAWAN, THIRUPALLI STREET, SOWCARPET, CHENNAI ON TUESDAY 26^th JANUARY,2010.

Participants in the camp being tested by medical team from M.V.Hospital for Diabetes, Royapuram.

1^st MULTINATIONAL STUDY GROUP MEETING ON THE DIABETIC FOOT & WOUND HEALING CONDUCTED AT CENTRAL LEATHER RESEARCH INSTITUTE, ADYAR, CHENNAI FROM 12^th TO 13^th DECEMBER, 2009.

Mr. A.B.Mandal, Director, CLRI [left] lighting the traditional lamp to inaugurate the Scientific Programme. Dr.Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director, M.V.Hospital for Diabets, Royapuram [right] and Dr.David G.Armstrong, Professor of Surgery & Director, Southern Arizona Limb Salvage Alliance, University of Arizona College of Medicine, USA (centre) are seen. In the second photo, sitting from left to right Dr. Anil Bhansali, Organizing Vice Chairman, Professor and Head, Dept. of Endocrinology, PGIMER, Chandigarh, Dr.Sharad Pendsey, Organizing Chairman, Diabetes Clinic & Research Centre, Dhantoli, Nagpur, Mr. A.B.Mandal, Director, CLRI , Dr.Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director, M.V.Hospital for Diabetes, Dr. David G.Armstrong, Professor of Surgery & Director, University of Arizona College of Medicine, USA at the inaugural session of the two days scientific programme.

1st Multinational Study Group Faculties during their visit to M.V.Hospital for Diabetes, Royapuram, Chennai on the eve of the Group Meeting on the “Diabetic Foot & Wound Healing”. From Left to Right on the 1st Photo near the Footwear Department, Dr. Lawrence B. Harkless, Founding Dean, Professor, Podiatric Medicine & Surgery, College of Podiatric Medicine, California, USA, Dr. Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director, M.V.Hospital for Diabetes & Dr. David G. Armstrong, Professor of Surgery & Director, Southern Arizona Limb Salvage Alliance (SALSA) & University of Arizona College of Medicine, USA. From Left to Right on the 2nd Photo, Dr.Lawrence B.Harkless, Dr.Shigeo Kono, Director, WHO Collaborating Centre for Diabetes Kyoto Medical Centre, Japan, Dr. Z.G. Abbas, Consultant Physician, Muhimbili University College of Health Sciences, Tanzania, Dr. Vijay Viswanathan, Dr. David G. Armstrong, Dr. Sharad Pendsey, Director, Diabetes Clinic & Research Centre, Dhantoli, Nagpur, Dr. Jin Woo Lee, Professor, Director of Diabetic Foot Clinic, Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine Seoul, South Korea are seen.

About 1^stMultinational Study Group Meeting.

The aim of the study group is to build bridges between experts working in the field of the diabetic foot in different parts of the world. With this formation of a multinational study group, it would be possible to identify newer innovative techniques to diagnose and manage diabetic foot, and other conditions like off loading wound healing, treating diabetic neuropathy, arterial and foot infections and the main focus of the study is to encourage research in the field of diabetic foot, which is, at present lacking in many of the countries. USA, Saudi Arabia, Tanzania, Bangladesh, South Korea and Japan took part in the 1^st Multinational Study Group Meeting and shared their experience on the management of the diabetic foot in their own countries.

DIABETIC FOOT CLINIC AT GOVT. STANLEY HOSPITAL IN MEMORY OF PROF. M. VISWANATHAN LAUNCHED ON THE WORLD DIABETES DAY ON 14^th NOVEMBER, 2009.

Public-Private Partnership : M.V.Hospital for Diabetes, Royapuram, Chennai, has donated equipments for setting up a Diabetic Foot Clinic at Govt. Stanley Hospital, Chennai on the World Diabetes Day on 14^th November, 2009. Photo (Left) Thiru V.K.Subburaj, Principal Secretary, Health Govt. of Tamilnadu (2nd from left) unveiling the plaque of late Prof. M.Viswanathan, who started the first organized Diabetes Clinic in India in 1948 at the Govt. Stanley Hospital. Dr.Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director, M.V.Hospital for Diabetes (extreme left) & (from Right to Left) Dr. A. Priya, Dean , Govt. Stanley Medical College, Prof. S.K.Rajan, Chairman, Board of Studies, the Tamilnadu Dr. MGR Medical University, Dr. M. Rajkumar, Professor of Vascular Surgery are seen. Photo (Right) Thiru V.K.Subburaj addressing the gathering.

WORLD DIABETES DAY MESSAGE ON 14^th NOVEMBER, 2009 BY M.V.HOSPITAL FOR DIABETES AND DIABETES RESEARCH CENTRE, ROYAPURAM, CHENNAI

“Unite against Diabetes “ was the public message delivered by M.V.Hospital for Diabetes & Diabetes Research Centre on the occasion of World Diabetes Day on 14^th November, 2009. Accountant General, Tamilnadu office at Anna Salai, Teynampet was selected for this show from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. and the message is reflected on the building with a blue ring representing World Diabetes Day.

LAUNCH OF DIASTEP^TM FOOTWEAR DESIGNED FOR PEOPLE WITH DIABETES AND LOWER RISK FOOT ULCERS JOINTLY BY CLRI AND M.V.HOSPITAL FOR DIABETES AND DIABETES RESEARCH CENTRE AT A FUNCTION HELD ON MONDAY, 2^nd OF NOVEMBER, 2009 AT HOTEL SAVERA, CHENNAI.

Dr. T. Ramasami, Secretary, Department of Science and Technology, Government of India (3^rdfrom left) launching DIASTEP^TM footwear. Dr. Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director, M.V.Hospital for Diabetes and Diabetes Research Center ( 4^th from left) and CLRI Director Mr. A.B. Mandal (2^nd from left) & Mr. V. Gopinathan, Chief Executive, Diabetes Research Centre (extreme right) are in the picture.

ABOUT DIASTEP^TM

DIASTEPTM footwear has been uniquely designed for people with diabetes with lower risk of foot ulcers.

The footwear has been designed after two years of collaborative research efforts of

1)	Central Leather Research Institute, Chennai
2)	MV Hospital for Diabetes and Diabetes Research Centre, Royapuram, Chennai
3)	Novo Nordisk Education Foundation

Special design features of the footwear are as under:

PU sole with extra depth for more effective pressure distribution
The extra depth sole has a special tread for better grip and traction
Specially designed insole bed and foam layer for added comfort
Rigid counter to ensure limited joint mobility
Specially designed upper with leather lining for comfortable wear
Adjustable Velcro fasteners to take care fluctuations in foot volume

Apart from these features, a specially derived angle of slant has been provided in the sole to give the “rocker” effect which is used to offload pressure from planter surface of the feet.

All these features, incorporated after considerable research and after testing on diabetics at MV Hospital for Diabetes, Royapuram, Chennai make DIASTEP^TM footwear an essential item for people with diabetes. Constant wear of these footwear will prevent foot ulcers and foot infection.

A SEMINAR ON SOCIO ECONOMIC IMPACT OF DIABETES AND ITS COMPLICATIONS CONDUCTED BY M.V. HOSPITAL FOR DIABETES & DIABETES RESEARCH CENTRE ON SATURDAY, 12^th SEPTEMBER 2009 AT RUSSIAN CULTURAL CENTRE , TEYNAMPET, CHENNAI.

M V Hospital for Diabetes and Diabetes Research Centre, Royapuram, Chennai convened the first of its kind Seminar.
Diabetic Patients in India is expected to increase to 57 million in the year 2025, and it has become a challenge too.
Diabetic patients spend three times more for their diabetes care than other ailments.
This Seminar focused on framing strategies to combat the Economic Burden of Non-Communicable Diseases including Diabetes and the Panelists involved for discussions were from the Insurance sector, World Health Organization, Government of Tamilnadu, ISRO, Pharmaceutical Industry, Institute of Public Health and Health Care Consultants.
This Seminar also witnessed the presence of Economic & Sociology faculties, PhD., & M.Phil scholars from the leading Colleges across Chennai.

Photo (Left Above) Mr. Andrew T. Simkin, US Consulate General, Chennai [2^nd from left ] launching the programme on “Sensitizing Medical Professionals on the Socio Economics of Health Care and Diabetes”. Dr. Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director M.V.Hospital for Diabetes & Diabetes Research Centre, Royapuram [3^rd from left), Dr.T.N.Ravisankar, Hony.Secretary, IMA (Tamil Nadu State Chapter) [Extreme Right] & Dr. S.N. Narasingan, Dean, Diabetes Research Centre [Extreme Left] are also seen. Photo (Right Above) Mr. Andrew T. Simkin, US Consulate General, Chennai [3^rd from left] releasing the manual on “Socio Economics in Diabetes Care” and the first copy of the manual being received by Dr.T.N.Ravisankar [Extreme Right]. Dr.Gojka Roglic, Responsible Officer, WHO Diabetes Programme, Geneva [Extreme Left], Dr. S.N. Narasingan, 2^nd from left, Dr. Vijay Viswanathan, 2^nd from right are also seen.

DIABETES AWARENESS, SCREENING AND RESEARCH CAMP FOR THE RESIDENTS OF PRAKRTI APARTMENT
(1^st BIGGEST APARTMENT OF ALACRITY IN VELACHERY) ORGANIZED BY M.V.HOSPITAL FOR DIABETES AND DIABETES RESEARCH CENTRE ON SUNDAY, 30^th AUGUST, 2009 IN VELACHERY, CHENNAI.

Diabetes Awareness and Screening are in progress and the participants are also seen.

DIABETES AWARENESS AND SCREENING CAMP FOR INDIAN AUDIT AND ACCOUNTS DEPARTMENT, EMPLOYEES HELD ON 27TH AND 28^th OF JULY, 09 AT THEIR OFFICE AT TEYNAMPET, CHENNAI.

Photo (Left) Dr.Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director, M.V. Hospital for Diabetes & Diabetes Research Centre (4^th from right), Mr.Shankar Narayan, Principal Accountant General, (2^nd from right), Ms. Ranjini, Accountant General, (3^rd from right) and Ms.Nandini, Welfare Officer, (4^th from right) are seated at the Diabetes Awareness session & Photo (Right) Diabetes screening is in progress.

THE LAUNCH OF THE DRC-WDF PROJECT ON PRIMARY PREVENTION OF DIABETES AMONG TUBERCULOSIS PATIENTS / EDUCATION AND TRAINING IN PREVENTION OF DIABETES FOR TUBERCULOSIS HEALTH PERSONNEL HELD ON SUNDAY, 14^th OF JUNE, 2009 AT TAJ MOUNT ROAD, CHENNAI.

Thiru V.K.Subburaj, I.A.S., Principal Secretary for Health, Government of Tamilnadu [ 2^nd from left] releasing the education materials and launching the project. [3^rd from left] Dr. Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director, M.V.Hospital for Diabetes, Royapuram, [4^th from left] Dr. Anil Kapur, Managing Director, World Diabetes Foundation, [Extreme left] Dr. Muruganathan, Member, Medical Council of India, and [Extreme right] Dr. S.N. Narasingan, Dean, DRC are also seen.

INAUGURAL PHOTOS OF M.V. CENTRE FOR DIABETES BANGALORE ON FRIDAY, 10^th APRIL, 2009

Dr. Vijay Viswanathan addressing the audience (From left to right Mr. Ram Prasad, Mr. Thangaraj, Principal Secretary, Urban Development, Government of Karnataka, Justice Ram Mohan Reddy, Judge High Court of Karnataka, Mr.Veeranna Mathikatti, Chairman, Karnataka Legislative Assembly, Mr.K.N. Subba Reddy, Ex. MLA, Dr.K.V.S.Mahesh, Dr.Vishnupriya Reddy.

DIABETES AWARENESS AND DETECTION CAMP HELD ON WEDNESDAY 24^th MARCH ,2009 AT SGS CENTRE, TIDAL PARK, THORAIPAKKAM, CHENNAI.

Photo left blood tests are being conducted on SGS staff and photo right yoga practice and diabetes awareness being demonstrated to the SGS staff.

ROTARY CLUB OF ADYAR VOCATIONAL EXCELLENCE AWARD HELD ON TUESDAY, 24^th MARCH, 2009.

Rotary Club of Adyar Vocational Excellence Award being presented to Dr. Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director, M.V. Hospital for Diabetes [2^nd from left] at a ceremony held on Tuesday, 24^th March, 2009 at Hotel Savera. Dr.Muruganathan, Chairman, APITNSC at the extreme right, 2^nd from right Rtn.Dr.K.Viswakumar are also seen.

Chennai 15^th February, 2009,

Prof. M. Viswanathan Gold Medal Oration & Diabetes Research Centre Gold Medal Oration Awards for the year 2008 were held at GRT Grand on Sunday, 15^th February, 2009. These awards are conferred every year on the eminent doctors across India and the World after due deliberations and study by the Scientific Committee of DRC. Accordingly, Prof. M.Viswanathan Gold Medal for the year 2008 was conferred on Dr. N.K.Sethi, M.D., Sr. Advisor (Health) Planning Commission of India. While receiving the gold medal, he thanked the organizers and said “the Govt. of India proposes to extend the pilot project for prevention and control of diabetes, cardio-vascular diseases and stroke across the country in a phased manner”. Diabetes Research Centre Gold Medal for the year 2008 was conferred on Dr. B. Kasinath, M.D., FASN., Professor of Medicine, University of Texas, San Antonio, USA. He thanked the organizers and said “the increase in CKD (Chronic Kidney Disease) is now clearly linked to Diabetes prevalence, which in turn, is set off by the burgeoning obesity problems”. The Life Time Achievements Awards 2008 instituted by the DRC were presented to two legends of the time in the field of Diabetology. Dr. Binode Kumar Sahay and Dr. C. Munichoodappa.

Dr S. Elango, Director of Public Health (4^th from left) and Dr.N.K.Sethi Sr. Advisor (Health) Planning Commission of India [2^nd from right] jointly releasing the DRC Report 2007-08. Dr. Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director, M.V. Hospital for Diabetes & Diabetes Research Centre [3^rd from right] and Dr. C. Munichoodappa, Physician & Diabetologist, Bangalore (1^st from left) and Dr. Binode Kumar Sahay, Senior Consultant Physician and Diabetologist, Hyderabad (2^nd from left), Dr. S.N.Narasingan, Dean of Studies (3^rd from left) and Dr. B. Kasinath, Prof. of Medicine, University of Texas, San Antonio, USA, (extreme right) are in the picture above.

Prof. M.Viswanathan Gold Medal 2008 was presented to Dr.N.K.Sethi, Sr. Advisor (Health), Planning Commission of India, New Delhi by Dr. S. Elango, Director of Public Health, Govt. of Tamil Nadu. Dr. S.N.Narasingan, Dean of Studies and Dr.Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director, M.V. Hospitals are seen in the picture above.

Diabetes Research Centre Gold Medal 2008 was presented to Dr. B. Kasinath, M.D., FASN, Prof. of Medicine, University of Texas by Dr. S. Elango, Director of Public Health, Govt. of Tamil Nadu. Dr. S.N.Narasingan, Dean of Studies, Dr.Vijay Viswanathan and Dr.N.K.Sethi, Sr. Advisor (Health), Planning Commission of India, New Delhi are in the picture.

Life Time Achievement Award – 2008, the memento and citation were presented to Dr. Binode Kumar Sahay, Senior Consultant Physician and Diabetologist, Hyderabad by Prof. V.T. Balaraman (Retd.), Madras Medical College

Life Time Achievement Award – 2008, the memento was presented to Dr. C. Munichoodappa, Physician and Diabetologist, Bangalore by Dr. S.K.Rajan, Board of Studies, The Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University.

DIABETES AWARENESS AND SCREEING CAMP HELD ON THE PREMISES OF SRI AYYAPPA POONKAVANAM, 38, VELLANUR PANCHAYAT, RED HILLS-AVADI ROAD, ARIKKAMEDU, CHENNAI ON SUNDAY, 11^th JANUARY, 2009.

Sitting on the dais [photo left] Sri K.N.Gopalakrihnan Nair, President – Sri Ayyappa Seva Samajam, 2^nd from left Smt. Leena Nair, I.A.S., Principal Secretary, Government of Tamil Nadu, 3^rd from left Shri G. Sundaramurthi, I.A.S., Collector, Thiruvallur District and on the extreme right Shri K.Arunachalam, President, Vellanur Panchayat & the photo above [right] diabetes awareness and screening camp of the institute being conducted.

LAUNCH OF A MAJOR INITIATIVE FOR PREVENTION OF CHILDHOOD OBESITY & DIABETES AMONG CBSE SCHOOLS IN CHENNAI HELD ON TUESDAY, 11^th NOVEMBER, 2008 AT YMCA MADRAS YOUTH CENTRE, CHENNAI ON THE EVE OF WORLD DIABETES DAY.

M.V. Hospital for Diabetes & Diabetes Research Centre[WHO collaborating center for research, education and training in Diabetes] launched the “Chennai Slim & Fit” awareness programme for CBSE schools across Chennai. This marked the World Diabetes Day theme “Diabetes in Children and Adolescents” chosen by International Diabetes Federation for this year. The programme drew a large number of school children nearly 800 in number, teachers and parents for a day of awareness building. Some of the key highlights of the event were the variety contests for children like quiz, slogans, poster making and the speech. The winners of the individual contests bagged some amazing cash prizes and the overall top performing schools in the contests were given away trophies. The function was presided over by Dr.S.Elango, Director of Public Health and Preventive Medicine Govt of TamilNadu. He launched the program for schools aimed at spreading awareness and fighting childhood obesity and diabetes along with the release of a “Kit for Detection and Awareness of Childhood Obesity and Diabetes”. The first kit was received by Mr. S. Nagaraju, Regional Officer, CBSE Chennai.


Photo [above] Dr. S. Elango, Director of Public Health & Preventive Medicine, Government of Tamil Nadu [3^rd from left] releasing a kit for detection and awareness of Childhood Obesity & Diabetes for school children and Mr. N. Nagaraju, Regional Officer, CBSE Chennai [2^nd from left] receiving the first kit on behalf of the schools. Noted India’s Car Racer Mr. Aditya Patel [ extreme left] and noted India’s International Basket Ball Player & Asian All Star Mr. S. Robinson Nathan [2^nd from right] and Dr.Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director, M.V.Hospital for Diabetes & Diabetes Research Centre, Royapuram, Chennai [3^rd from right] and Mr. V.Gopinathan, Chief Executive Officer, Diabetes Research Centre [extreme right] are also seen.	[Photo above] students are posting their posters on the boards as part of the inter school competition on “healthy lifestyle and prevention of obesity and diabetes” held at YMCA Madras Youth Centre, Vepery, Chennai on Tuesday, 11^th November, 2008 in connection with World Diabetes Day.

[Photo above] students are assembled for a quiz competition session as part of the inter school competition on “healthy lifestyle and prevention of obesity and diabetes” held at YMCA Madras Youth Centre, Vepery, Chennai on Tuesday, 11^th November, 2008 in connection with World Diabetes Day.

NOVEL INITIATIVE OF M.V.HOSPITAL FOR DIABETES TO PREVENT DIABETES AMONG CHENNAI POLICE PERSONNEL HELD ON SUNDAY, 5^th OCTOBER, 2008 AT ROYAPURAM, CHENNAI.

[Photo left above] Dr. Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director, M.V.Hospital for Diabetes talking on the Diabetes Prevention Programme. This is a two year programme aimed at preventing diabetes and other metabolic disorders among the Chennai policemen. Thiru. R. Sekar, IPS Commissioner of Police is seated in the middle. Thiru Abhay Kumar Singh, IPS Joint Commissioner of Police (North] is seated 2^nd from right. Tmt. Kamini, Deputy Commissioner of Police [North] is seated on the extreme right. [Photo right above] Chennai police lined up to undergo the blood test to prevent diabetes.

DIABETES AWARENESS AND SCREENING CAMP HELD AT GURUVAYOOR, KERALA ON 3^rdOCTOBER, 2008

Photo left above] Dr.Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director, M.V.Hospital for Diabetes, Royapuram [left] and Dr. Riyaz [right] with participants of the medical camp. [Photo right above] Samastha Nair Samajam President Shri. K.R. Bhaskaran Pillai inaugurated the medical camp by lighting the traditional lamp.

3 DAYS CONCLAVE ON HEALTHY LIFESTYLE HELD AT M.V.CENTRE FOR DIABETES, MYLAPORE, CHENNAI FROM 19-09-08 TO 21-09-08.

Ms.Nina Reddy, Director, Savera Hotel Ltd [right] releasing the CD on “Women’s Health and Nutrivision” to Ms. Lekha Thomas, Sports Woman, Junior Gold Medalist, Asiad Games [Left]. Dr.Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director [centre] and Dr. Varsha, Founder Chair, Indian Institute of Nutritional Sciences [extreme right] are seen in the picture.

Ms. Lekha Thomas, Sports Woman, Junior Gold Medalist, Asiad Games [Left] releasing the “Diabetes Health Privilege Card of MVH” . Dr.Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director [centre], Dr. Varsha, Founder Chair, Indian Institute of Nutirional Sciences, [2^nd from right] and Ms.Nina Reddy, Director, Savera Hotels Ltd [Extreme right] are seen in the picture.

FOUNDER’S DAY CELEBRATION : [23-08-08]

Thiru Abhay Kumar Singh, I.P.S., Joint Commissioner of Police Chennai North, who was the Chief Guest, presented Prof. M. Viswanathan Gold Medal for the best outgoing student of the FDRC [Residential Fellowship Programme in Diabetology] course to Dr. M. Deepa. Mr. S.Vee Shekher, MLA Mylapore and famous theatre artist on the left and Dr.Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director, M.V.Hospital for Diabetes, Royapuram, on the right are in the picture.

Diabetes detection and awareness camp for Marwadi community held at Sowcarpet on Sunday, 10^th August, 2008 by the Institute and the Marwadi Association in connection with 51^st birthday of their spiritual leader Acharya Srimad Vijay Nityanand Suriswarji Maharaj Saheb.

Photo [left] Spiritual leader of Jain Community Acharya Srimad Vijay Nityanand Suriswarjji Maharaj Saheb (third from right) and Dr.Vijay Viswanathan (fourth from right) are seen in the picture. Photo[right] Dr.Vijay Viswanathan[centre] giving medical advice to a participant in the diabetes detection camp.

LAUNCH OF TRAINING PROGRAMME ON ‘PRIMARY PREVENTION OF DIABETES’ TO DOCTORS OF CORPORATION OF CHENNAI ON TUESDAY, 22^nd JULY, 2008 AT JUBILEE HALL, CORPORATION OF CHENNAI.

Seated middle is Mr. M. Subramaniam, Mayor of Chennai Corporation and on the right is Dr.Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director, M.V.Hospital for Diabetes and Diabetes Research Centre, Royapuram and on the left is Dr. K. Karunanithi, Chief Project Officer, Diabetes Research Centre are seen in the picture.

LAUNCH OF ONLINE DIABETIC FOOT CARE PROGRAMME AND INTERACTIVE SESSION ON ‘DIABETIC FOOT CARE’ ORGANIZED BY M.V.HOSPITAL FOR DIABETES, ROYAPURAM AND DIABETIC FOOT SOCIETY OF INDIA AT RANI SEETHAI HALL ON THURSDAY, 17^th JULY, 2008.

Dr. T.P.Kalaniti, M.D., Director of Medical Education, Govt. of Tamil Nadu [right] launching the “online Diabetic Foot Care programme”. Dr. Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director, M.V. Hospital for Diabetes and Diabetes Research Centre, Royapuram [Left] looks on. While Dr.Ali Foster [Internationally known Podiatrist from London] takes a glimpse of the newly released book “Tips on Foot Care for people with Diabetes”.

DIABETES DETECTION CAMP FOR THE SOUTHERN INDIA REGIONAL COUNCIL OF THE INSTITUTE OF CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS OF INDIA HELD AT ICAI BHAWAN, 122, MAHATMA GANDHI ROAD, NUNGAMBAKKAM CHENNAI, ON TUESDAY, 1^st JULY, 2008. IN CONNECTION WITH THEIR DIAMOND JUBILEE CELEBRATIONS

Chairman CA Rajendra Kumar SIRC of ICAI is addressing the students, CAs & the medical team for Diabetes detection and awareness from M.V.Hospital for Diabetes, Royapuram at ICAI Bhavan, Nungambakkam on Tuesday 1^st July, 2008 in connection with their Diamond Jubilee Celebrations. Sitting left on the dias is Vice-Chairman of the Institute CA M. Devaraja Reddy and right on the dias is Dr.Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director, M.V.Hospital for Diabetes, Royapuram, Chennai.

LAUNCH OF TRAINING PROGRAMME ON “PRIMARTY PREVENTION OF DIABETES” TO TAMIL NADU GOVT. DOCTORS, VILLIPURAM DISTRICT AT VILLUPURAM ON FRIDAY 20^th JUNE, 2008.

STANDING SECOND AND THIRD FROM RIGHT – DEPUTY DIRECTORS OF PUBLIC HEALTH, VILLUPURAM DISTRICT DISTRIBUTING BOOKLETS AND POSTERS ON ‘PRIMARY PREVENTION OF DIABETES TO PARTICIPATING DOCTORS. STANDING SECOND FROM LEFT : DR. K. KARUNANITHI, CHIEF PROJECT OFFICER, M.V.HOSPITAL FOR DIABETES AND DIABETES RESEARCH CENTRE, ROYAPURAM.

FREE DIABETES DETECTION CAMP FOR ERNAKULAM PRESS CLUB JOURNALISTS CONDUCTED BY THE INSTITUTE ON TUESDAY, 17^thJUNE, 2008.

Mr. K.Padmanabhan Nair, Retd.Justice of the Kerala High Court addressing the audience after releasing a FAQ book on diabetes at the Ernakulam Press Club on 17-06-2008. Sitting [right] Dr.Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director, M.V.Hospital for Diabetes, Royapuram, Chennai and Ernakulam Press Club Secretary Mr. P.N.Venugopal [left] are in the picture.

Mr. K.Padmanabhan Nair, Retd. Judge, Kerala High Court, inaugurating the diabetes detection camp by lighting the lamp. The medical camp was organized by the Institute on Tuesday, 17^th June, 2008 for Ernakulam Press Club journalists. In the picture above, standing right on black coat is Dr. Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director, M.V.Hospital for Diabetes and Diabetes Research Centre (WHO collaborating centre for .research, education and training in diabetes) , Royapuram, Chennai

LAUNCH OF TRAINING PROGRAM ON PRIMARY PREVENTION OF DIABETES TO TAMIL NADU GOVT. DOCTORS. ON 20-05-2008, AT VELLORE

The Vellore Collector, Thiru Dharmendra Pratap Yadav, IAS speaking at the launch of Training Programme on Primary Prevention of Diabetes to Tamil Nadu Govt Doctors at Vellore Collectorate on Tuesday, 20^th May,2008. Sitting second from the right is Dr.Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director, M.V.Hospital for Diabetes & Diabetes Research Centre (WHO Collaborating centre
for research, education & training in Diabetes), Royapuram.

2^nd HONG KONG INTERNATIONAL BURNS & WOUND HEALING SYMPOSIUM HELD AT HONG KONG 17-19, MAY, 2008

Dr. Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director, M.V.Hospital for Diabetes & Diabetes Research Centre (WHO collaborating centre for research, education & training in Diabetes) speaking at the event of 2^nd Hong Kong International Burns & Wound Healing Symposium.

A DIABETES DETECTION CAMP FOR THE RESIDENTS OF “THE BANYAN” HELD ON SATURDAY, 3^rd MAY, 2008 AT MOGAPPAIR.

A free diabetes detection camp for residents of ‘The Banyan’, Mogappair, an organization that helps rehabilitate destitute and mentally ill women, was conducted by the M.V.Hospital for Diabetes and Diabetes Research Centre (WHO collaborating centre for research, education & training in diabetes), Royapuram, Chennai. Over 250 residents participated in the camp.

RELEASE OF SPECIAL COVER ON TEN GOLDEN RULES FOR ‘PREVENTION OF DIABETES’ HELD ON SUNDAY, 6^th APRIL, 2008 AT HOTEL SAVERA CHENNAI.

In the photo above, Tmt. Indira Krishna Kumar, I.P.S., Principal Chief Postmaster General, Tamil Nadu Circle (left) releasing the Special Cover on Ten Golden Rules for ‘Prevention of Diabetes’ and Thiru V.K.Subburaj, I.A.S., Health Secretary, Govt. of Tamil Nadu (second from left) receiving the Special Cover. Dr. P.Padmanabhan, Director of Public Health, Govt. of Tamil Nadu and Dr. Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director, M.V.Hospital for Diabetes & Diabetes Research Centre, Royapuram, Chennai are seen in the picture.


Extract of the Special Cover on ‘Ten Golden Rules for Prevention of Diabetes’ both in English and Tamil released by Tmt. Indira Krishna Kumar, Principal Chief Postmaster General, Tamil Nadu Circle at a function held at Hotel Savera on 6^th April, 2008.

Launch of 1 year Fellowship Certification in Diabetology Course at IMA (TNSB) on 10-02-2008

Indian subcontinent is experiencing an alarming rise in the prevalence of diabetes. To address this issue, Indian Medical Association in collaboration with M.V.Hospital for Diabetes, Royapuram, Chennai has launched a one year distance education programme for the general practitioners at IMA (TNSB) State Council meeting held at Tambaram, Chennai, India on 10-02-2008. The curriculum consists of contact classes and one week of hands on experience to give practical exposure and train the doctors to manage diabetes and its complications effectively.

In the picture above, Dr.Vijay Viswanthan, Managing Director, M.V.Hospital for Diabetes & Diabetes Research Centre, Royapuram being felicitated by Dr. Ashraf from Trichy at the launch of one year Fellowship Certification in Diabetology Course. It was held at Indian Medical Association, Tamil Nadu State Branch office at Tambaram, Chennai on 10-02-2008. Dr. A. Muruganathan, Dean, IMA CGP is on the right.

Chennai 20th January, 2008

Prof.M.Viswanathan gold medal oration award 2007 was held at Taj Connemara on 20-1-2008. Dr. Gojka Roglic, Responsible Officer, WHO Diabetes Programme, Geneva has been conferred with the award. The event was witnessed honouring Prof. Dr. K. Meer Mustafa Hussain, Vice-Chancellor, Dr. M.G.R. Medical University the Life Time Achievement award along with a citation apart from unveiling a campaign on “Primary Prevention of Diabetes”. Deputy Director General (Medical), Directorate General of Health Services Mr. P.H.Ananthanarayanan and Managing Director of M.V.Hospital for Diabetes, Dr.Vijay Viswanathan spoke. Winners of the Prof. M.Viswanathan oratorical contest on primary prevention of Diabetes held on 11-1-2008 at Madras Medical College were presented with prizes.



Prof. Dr.K.Meer Mustafa Hussain Vice Chancellor, Dr. MGR Medical University speaking at a function Prof.M.Viswanathan gold medaloration award 2007 held at Taj Connemara on 20-01-2008.	Prof. Dr.K.Meer Mustafa Hussain, Vice Chancellor presenting Prof.M.Viswanathan gold medal to Dr. Gojka Roglic, Officer WHO Diabetes Programme, Geneva held at Taj Connemara on 20-1-2008.	Dr. Gojka Roglic, Officer WHO Diabetes Programme Geneva receiving the prestigious Prof.M.Viswanathan gold medal oration award 2007 citation from Prof. Dr. K. Meer Mustafa Hussain, Vice-Chancellor, Dr.MGR Medical University held at Taj Connemara on 20-1-2008.

Chennai 11th January, 2008

Prof. M.Viswanathan oratorical competition was held on 11-1-2008 at Madras Medical College Seminar Hall. Around 20 students studying at city’s Government Medical Colleges including MMC, Stanley Medical College, Nursing college and Government Siddha Medical College participated in the event. Undergraduate students from the third to the final year were invited to participate. Manjula Dutta, former Professor of Dr. M.G.R. Medical University and one of the judges at the contest, provided tips to the participating students.



A medical student is speaking on “Primary Prevention of Diabetes in India at the event “Prof M.Viswanathan oratorical competition held on 11-1-2008 at Madras Medical College Seminar Hall.	Ms. Ipshita Kak, a medical student receiving the certificate from Prof. Dr. Geethalakshmi, Vice-Principal, Madras Medical college at the event Prof. M. Viswanathan oratorical competition held at MMC on 11-1-2008. She has been selected the first winner in this contest. Dr.Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director, M.V.Hospital for Diabetes (left) and Dr.S.K.Rajan (right), one of the judges, are seen in the picture.

Inauguration on prevention of childhood Obesity and Diabetes and giving away of Diabetes Research Centre Gold medal oration award, 2007.


School Minister inaugurates the event.	Minister releasing first copy on the Childhood Obesity & Diabetes Manual to Mr.Jagannathan, Director of School Education, Govt. of Tamil Nadu.	Thiru Thangam Thenarasu (Right), Hon’ble School Education Minister, Govt. of Tamil Nadu, presenting DRC Gold Medal, 2007 to Dr. T.Ramasami (Left), Secretary, Department of Science & Technology, Govt of India. Dr. Vijay Viswnathan, Managing Director, M.V.Hospital for Diabetes and Diabetes Research Centre, is at the centre.

November, 11,2007 “First ever Manual on Childhood Obesity.
Poster Competition on Prevention of Childhood Obesity.
Oration on ‘Science & Technology towards appreciable Health Care in India.

It is reported that around 20% of Indian children are overweight or obese and numbers of Type 2 diabetes is soaring amongst children and adolescents. MV Hospital for Diabetes & Diabetes Research Centre, the WHO collaborating centre in India today launched a campaign titled “Campaign on Prevention of Childhood Obesity and Diabetes” to address this concern.

A Manual detailing facts and guidelines on prevention of obesity for children was also launched to help cultivate long-term weight control. The Manual, the first ever awareness handbook on the subject in the country - Manual on Prevention of Childhood Obesity, was launched by Mr. Thangam Thennarasu, Honourable Minister of Education, Tamil Nadu and the recipient of the first copy was Mr. D. Jagannathan, Director of School Education, Tamil Nadu. Bayer Diabetes Care extended the support for bringing out the manual.

Kicking off the Campaign in a symbolic representation was a Children’s Poster competition on obesity titled “My understanding of Obesity & Diabetes” for children from over 20 schools in the city. An exhibition of the Posters organized by M.V. Hospitals brought to the fore, the current understanding of the problem among the generations of tomorrow and set the tone for the campaign objectives.

Another key part of the Day’s event was the DRC Gold Medal Oration on ‘Science & Technology towards appreciable Health Care in India’ was delivered by Dr. T. Ramasami, Secretary, Department of Science & Technology, Govt. of India.

Speaking on the occasion Dr. Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director of M.V. Hospital for Diabetes & Diabetes Research Centre, Royapuram said, “This is an initiative brought forth by the team after immense planning and research. The increase of obesity in children in India especially in the urban areas is quite alarming. Therefore, we decided to concentrate on the food habits of children and assist parents in providing their children with a healthy nutritious diet. The Manual also has guidelines on physical activity and routines that would not over stress the child but help stay fit. We are happy to receive positive responses from the schools and the Government.

Launch of Weight Management Clinic at M.V. Centre for Diabetes, Mylapore.

Chennai October 16, 2007: With 70% of the Indian adult population being diabetic and fighting with over weight conditions, MV hospital has decided to concentrate on this issue by helping patients with a scientific approach and recommendations to foster long-term weight control and prevent diabetes. MV Hospital has come up with this novel initiative and has set up a Weight Management Clinic in their Mylapore branch to tackle the problem exclusively.

The New Weight Management Clinic at MVH, Mylapore center was inaugurated by Mr. Ravi, IPS Joint Commissioner of Police [North] and Mrs. Seema, Malayalam Film Actress. Mr. Ravi said “Weight Management depends on the “Time Management” and “One’s Will Power to do it”. He praised “MV Centre for Diabetes to introduce such a clinic first in a Diabetes Centre in India ”. He said “an individual can decide what is good for his or her health and what is not. He said “eating junk food must be avoided and regular exercise and dietary control will help to solve the problems of Obesity.

Dr. Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director of MV Hospital for Diabetes stressed on the alarming increase in obesity in children and adults in India especially in the urban areas and importance to lose weight and reduce the risk of illness like hypertension, heart disease, and other conditions that have been associated with the disease. He added “Obesity and lack of physical activity lead to a condition called ‘Metabolic Syndrome’ which has been found to be the main factor responsible for the development of diabetes and also heart attacks.”

The Weight Management Clinic at MV Hospital, Mylapore, consists of specialists who are endocrinologist, diabetologists, trained nutritionists, and trained physiotherapist to provide specific recommendation to prevent obesity and diabetes. Their recommendations will emphasize the potential effectiveness of weight management using multiple tests to detect any medical problems leading to overweight, including dietary therapy, physical exercises, behavior therapy, and pharmacotherapy to be used in combination for the greatest success. The panel will recommend these methods to foster long-term weight control and to prevent weight gain as well

A Free Diabetes Detection Camp for Central and North Chennai Police Personnel

Thiru Nanchil Kumaran, I.P.S., Commissioner of Police, Chennai in the photo (left) at a Diabetes detection camp organized by M.V. Hospital for Diabetes and Diabetes Research Centre on August, 16, 2007 for Chennai Central Zone police men at Thousand Lights, Mount Road, Chennai . The medical camp was organized by Diabetes Research Centre and M.V. Hospital for Diabetes, Royapuram as a part of COPS study research and analysis. The Institute has already done Chennai North Zone police men camp on July 15^th , 2007 and Tmt. Letika Saran, I.P.S., the then Commissioner of Police is in the picture (right) being examined by Dr.Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director, M.V. Hospital for Diabetes, & Diabetes Research Centre, Royapuram.

Accordingly, an epidemiological study has been designed and carried out to determine the prevalence of Diabetes and cardiovascular risk factors among the 318 male police personnel of Chennai city. The prevalence rates are as follows.

Crude prevalence of Diabetes: 32.1%
Crude prevalence of hypertension – 29%

Other risk Factors Prevalence:

Triglyceridemia (TG>150mg/dl)– 49.7%
Low HDL (HDL-C<40 mg/dl) - 52.2%
Waist circumference >90 cms - 65.1%
IFG (110-125mg/dl Fasting) - 41.2%

MV Hospital's new centre at Mylapore

NT Bureau, Chennai, June 27

Sri Ramakrishna Math president Swami
Gautamanandaji Maharaj inaugurating
the new branch of MV Hospital for Diabetes at Mylapore on Monday. Managing
Director of the hospital Vijay Viswanathan is seen in the picture.

MV Hospital for Diabetes has opened its new branch at Mylapore.

The centre with modernised diagnostic lab will offer service in the areas of heart care, foot care, nutrition and diet, diabetic education, dentistry, physiotherapy, eye care, obesity and impotence.

The new centre was inaugurated by president of Sri Ramakrishna Math, Swami Gautamanandaji Maharaj and the hospital lab by Additional Solicitor General of India, V T Gopalan on Monday.

To ensure better care, the clinic will have renowned professionals for each department. The trained and efficient staff includes licensed practical nurses and a patient services assistant, a press release said.

VAC Introduction

The M.V. Hospital for diabetes at Royapuram Chennai became the first private hospital in India to introduce the Vacuum Assisted Device (VAC) of the KCI Company based in USA in healing the diabetic foot wounds.

[Wounds in] [people with Diabetes] are very difficult to heal due to several factors like poor blood supply, neglect by patients and late presentation to specialists.

This new technology called VAC was introduced in USA, Europe and other countries earlier and is a very popular method for wound healing.

The recently introduced technique of topical negative pressure therapy (TNP) also called as Vacuum Assisted Closure (VAC), is a noninvasive, dynamic and unique system that helps promote wound healing. VAC applies a controlled negative pressure to the surface of the wound with the help of the tubing, which decompresses continuously or intermittently. An application of topical negative pressure to wound accelerates the rate of new tissue formation.

Clinicians prescribe VAC therapy for many chronic, acute, sub acute and traumatic wounds in the hospital, extended care facility and in home care. VAC therapy has following clinical benefits:

It provides a closed moist wound-healing environment, which helps encouraging granulation of tissue growth at, wound site and reduces contamination from outside bacteria.
Decreases wound volume, which drawn the wound together, approximating the wound edges.
Removes excess fluid that can inhibit wound healing by decreasing bacterial colonization at wound site.

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