Gleneagles Hospital Takes Initiative to Raise Awareness About Organ Donation
Mumbai 11th Jan 2023: The Gleneagles Hospital is proud to announce that its hand transplant recipients Miss. Monika More and first partial hand transplant recipient of Asia- Mr. Prathmesh Tawde are now all set and ready to participate in the upcoming Tata Mumbai Marathon 2023. With their presence at the Mumbai Marathon, Gleneagles Hospital aims to raise awareness in people about how they can help save lives by becoming an organ donor.
Gleneagles Hospital, Parel has been at the forefront of medical innovation and setting new standards for patient care. The hospital has been working tirelessly to provide quality healthcare services to its patients and changing the way people think about disability. With this initiative, they are trying to create a more tolerant and equitable society so that everyone can achieve their dreams, regardless of his or her physical circumstances.
Nilesh Satbhai, Senior Consultant, Plastic, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai Said “Organ donation is a selfless act of generosity that can potentially save countless lives. By donating organs, individuals are providing an invaluable service to those in need and helping to extend life expectancy for many others. It can provide a second chance at life to somebody who’s family member or loved one might be suffering from a critical ailment.”.
Dr. Vivek Talaulikar, CEO of Gleneagles Hospital said “We take pride in the fact that our hand transplant recipients Miss. Monika More and Mr. Prathmesh Tawde along with doctors and other hospital staff are taking action to raise awareness about the importance of organ donation. Monika and Prathmesh’s determination to participate in the Dream Run to increase awareness serves as a testament to life changing effects of organ transplants and importance of organ donation. This run is another way of increasing awareness and our hospital’s commitment to providing exemplary care for its patients.