Desun Hospital Organises Awareness Sessions, Inaugurates Stroke Risk Assessment Kiosk and Hosts Stroke Survivors’ Meet to Promote Comprehensive Stroke Care
Kolkata, 28 October 2026 : Desun Hospital observed World Stroke Day 2026 through a series of awareness initiatives highlighting early recognition of stroke symptoms, timely medical intervention and comprehensive stroke care.
As part of the observance, a health awareness session was organised at the hospital’s Outpatient Department (OPD), where Consultant Neurosurgeons, Dr Partha Sarathi Mondal and Dr Rupant Kr Das, Interventional Radiologist, Dr Manish Kumar, Radiologist, Dr Amrita Chakraborty, Emergency Head, Dr Manjeet Kaur, and Senior Medical Director Dr Sujoy Ranjan Deb interacted with patients and visitors.
They discussed stroke prevention, risk factors, warning signs and the importance of seeking immediate medical attention. A Stroke Risk Assessment Kiosk was also inaugurated at the OPD to encourage timely assessment and medical consultation.
The highlight was a Stroke Survivors’ Meet, where survivors shared their experiences of treatment, recovery and resilience. A session titled “From ER to Ward”, featuring Dr Manjeet Kaur, highlighted the importance of coordinated care, from emergency admission and diagnosis to treatment and hospital management.
The programme also featured patient case presentations by Dr Partha Sarathi Mondal and Dr Rupant Kr Das, followed by accounts from stroke survivors. Dr Manish Kumar discussed interventional radiology, while Dr Amrita Chakraborty highlighted the role of radiology in stroke management. The sessions emphasised the importance of timely imaging, accurate diagnosis, appropriate intervention and rehabilitation.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr Sujoy Ranjan Deb, Senior Medical Director, Desun Hospital, said, “Stroke is a medical emergency where every minute matters. Recognising the warning signs and reaching a hospital without delay can significantly influence treatment and recovery. Through these initiatives, we aimed to raise awareness about prevention, early diagnosis and the importance of continued medical support and rehabilitation.”
Sajal Dutta, Chairman & Managing Director, Desun Hospitals, said, “At Desun Hospital, we believe that awareness and timely medical care are essential to improving patient outcomes. Through the Stroke Risk Assessment Kiosk and the Stroke Survivors’ Meet, we aimed to encourage people to take their neurological health seriously and understand that prompt medical attention can save lives and reduce the long-term impact of stroke.” Through these initiatives, Desun Hospital reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening stroke awareness, promoting early diagnosis and facilitating access to specialised care.
