Breaking Barriers, Transforming Lives: Dedicated work by IMA Aurangabad
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar branch of the Indian Medical Association (IMA) conducted a remarkable Maha Arogya camp at Kaudgaon as part of their noble initiative under the ‘Aao Gaon Chale’ project. The event garnered immense praise for its comprehensive healthcare services and immediate on-spot treatments. This is the 12th project under Aao Gaon Chale initiative of IMA city branch.
Not just a simple diagnosis, but the camp provided full-fledged treatments to patients, including blood tests, vision check-ups with distribution of eyeglasses, and advanced medical examinations such as bone density audiometry and PFT. The success of this initiative was due to the dedicated efforts and special guidance from Jaldoot and Devagiri Bank President, Kishore Shitole.
Speaking at the inaugural ceremony, Kishoredada Shitole expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Indian Medical Association President, Dr. Yashwant Gade, Secretary, Dr. Anupam Takalkar, and their entire team. The camp was further guided by the expertise of Dr. Yashwant Gade and Dr. Anupam Takalkar.
The Maha Arogya Camp, held on a Sunday at Bidkin-Dhorkin Road, Kaudgaon, received overwhelming support from the community. The camp offered a wide array of medical specialists, including pediatricians, dermatologists, urologists, MD medicine experts, ENT specialists, gynecologists, ophthalmologists, mental health specialists, and cancer specialists, among others.
President Dr. Yashwant Gade remarked that the camp’s real success was a result of the collective effort of these medical experts, enabling them to efficiently cater to 80 patients who were provided with accurately numbered glasses through an autorefractometer machine.
Addressing the significant issue of anemia, Secretary Dr. Anupam Takalkar emphasized its importance and ensured immediate blood checks for patients. Accordingly, iron-containing medicines and other treatments were administered on the spot to address the concern effectively.
The camp’s ophthalmologists conducted meticulous eye examinations, using the autorefractometer machine to prescribe appropriate spectacles to 80 out of 146 patients. Moreover, the event also hosted a bone density camp, enabling patients to undergo bone density measurements, and a free Pulmonary Function Test (PFT) that typically costs Rs 1500 in private hospitals.
Under the IMA’s care, Kaudgaon witnessed comprehensive health check-ups, including eye, bone, dermatological, MD Medicine, pediatrics, women’s health, and ENT examinations. This holistic approach to healthcare reflects IMA’s commitment to the welfare of the adopted village, Kaudgaon, for the year.
The event was graced by the presence of esteemed individuals, including Sarpanch Arun Gade, Sheshrao Dhepe, Maruti Vakchoure, Laxman Dhepe, Haribhau Jadhav, Balasaheb Janjire, Gorakshanath Kalaskar, and Jyoti Shitole, who contributed to the program’s success.
On this momentous occasion, the camp also conducted free check up survey of 800 women, free complete health examinations for 250 villagers, and distributed medicines and eyeglasses. Additionally, IMA installed a sanitary napkin vending machine at the Anganwadi, further reinforcing their commitment to uplift the overall well-being of the community.
The Indian Medical Association’s ‘Aao Gaon Chale’ project continues to touch lives and bring positive change to the lives of people in rural India, exemplifying their dedication to promoting good health and well-being for all.
