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Special Services ::
From
early 20th century, Wanless Hospital remains a pioneer
in its cancer diagnosis and management. New therapy
machines have been added which include a Theratron
unit and Brachytherapy. Surgery, Radiation and Chemotherapy
are all used in the treatment of cancer. The hospital
has the oldest registered blood bank in southern Maharashtra
state, and it is the only blood bank in this area
doing component separation. The hospital is also a
pioneer in the Elisa technique for HIV testing. Many
of the Hospital's laboratory services, particularly
histopathology, are extended to other hospitals and
physicians within a large area.
Two
other services offered by hospital which are unique
are the Comprehensive Care Centre for Haemophiliacs
and the Counseling for HIV/AIDS patients. In both
services, patients are taught how to live with their
diseases and how to be actively involved in their
own health care. Education and Emotional support are
major emphasis in these programs,
The
department of Community Health has developed model
programs of preventive health care, health education
and community development in a number of nearby villages
as well as in two urban centres. Its contribution
to the health and welfare of the surrounding communities
is an important part of the total educational program
of Wanless Hospital.
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