PUNE: Sahyadri Hospitals is proud to announce that it has received the NABH Certification for Advanced Stroke Centres. This significant achievement makes it one of the first three hospitals in India to earn this recognition, which came after a detailed inspection on October 8, 2024. The certification from the National Accreditation Board for Hospitals (NABH) highlights Sahyadri Hospitals’ dedication to providing the highest level of stroke care, ensuring that patient safety and quality treatment are always prioritized.
Stroke is the second leading cause of death, the third leading cause of disability worldwide, and is responsible for 160 million years of healthy life lost each year. The impact on individuals, families, and society is incalculable. This award acknowledges the hospital’s commitment to maintaining the highest standards in treating stroke patients. Facilities at Sahyadri Hospitals include a dedicated Neuro ICU, which is a specialized intensive care unit focusing on patients with severe neurological issues. The hospital also boasts a dedicated stroke team led by Dr Nasli Ichaporia, specialized in quickly and effectively treating stroke emergencies. The hospital uses benchmarking for thrombolysis and can minimize the effects of a stroke. Additionally, Sahyadri Hospitals are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities for mechanical thrombectomy to remove clots from the brain in certain stroke patients, performed by expert clinical leaders using advanced technology.
Recognition has also come from the World Stroke Organisation (WSO)/Angels award committee, which grants awards to hospitals that provide effective data and demonstrate effective care and treatment delivery according to a set of specific criteria. Sahyadri Hospitals has received the Diamond award, the highest level, for quality stroke care for 14 consecutive quarters. This award is part of a program that emphasizes continuous data capturing and analysis to identify and address areas for improvement in brain stroke care.
Dr. Sunil Rao, Chief Operating Officer and Medical Director at Sahyadri Group of Hospitals, remarked, “Receiving the NABH certification is not just about meeting high standards—it’s about exceeding them and establishing new benchmarks in healthcare. This recognition is a clear reflection of our relentless dedication to providing top-quality care and ensuring the safety and well-being of our patients. As one of the first hospitals in India to achieve this milestone, we are immensely proud. We remain committed to maintaining these rigorous standards across all our facilities.”