PUNE: Doctors at Sahyadri Hospitals’ MomStory have successfully treated a 36-year-old woman from Cameroon, saving her uterus in a rare and complex surgery that offers her hope of becoming a mother in the future.

A teacher from Cameroon, Ms. Gladys Morielle Nguedia Ndadem, was facing a life-threatening condition following a miscarriage in her second trimester earlier this year. After the miscarriage, a part of the placenta remained inside the uterus. This condition is called retained placenta, and it caused her to bleed heavily, also known as post-abortion haemorrhage. She also had a very complicated 1st pregnancy where she had an incomplete abortion in 16 weeks, due to endometriosis and pelvic inflammation.

According to the doctors, the complications from her first pregnancy could have led to the severe issues in her second pregnancy.  Back in Cameroon, her condition had caused severe bleeding, shock, and repeated hospitalizations where she underwent 18 blood transfusions over time. She was also advised hysterectomy (removal of the uterus) by the doctors as the only option to save her life.

But Ms. Gladys Morielle Nguedia Ndadem, who has never had children, refused to give up on her dream of becoming a mother. Desperate for an alternative that could preserve her fertility, she travelled to India and consulted Dr. Supriya Puranik, Director of Obstetrics-Gynecology and IVF at Sahyadri Hospitals MomStory, Shivajinagar, Pune, who is known for handling complex gynaecological cases.

Dr. Puranik and her multidisciplinary team took on the challenge. On April 19, 2025, a carefully planned surgery was performed. The procedure included:

• Laparotomy with adhesiolysis to address internal scarring.
• Bilateral internal iliac and uterine artery ligation to minimize bleeding risk.
• Hysterectomy is performed to remove the infected, necrotic placental tissue.
• Myomectomy to remove multiple uterine fibroids.

Keeping in mind the patient’s urge and desire to be able to conceive a healthy baby in the future, the team also undertook abdominal cervical encirclage – a surgical stitch to prevent future miscarriages due to cervical weakness, and also reconstructed the uterus to restore normal anatomy.

“This was one of the most challenging cases I’ve handled in my career. With a history of multiple failed surgeries, abnormal vascular connections, and placenta percreta, the risk of uncontrollable bleeding and uterine damage was extremely high. But we were determined to give Gladys a fighting chance at motherhood,” said Dr. Supriya Puranik.

Today, Ms. Gladys is stable and recovering well. She expresses deep gratitude to the team in Pune for preserving her dream of motherhood.

“Our goal at MomStory is to support every woman’s right to motherhood, even in the most challenging situations. And this is more than just a medical success for us. It is a story of courage, resilience, and global hope,” added Dr. Puranik.

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• The company aims to enhance women’s participation in the insurance sector by appointing 10,000 women in India as health insurance advisors
• This career development initiative will be implemented across various states, including Maharashtra

PUNE: ManipalCigna Health Insurance, one of India’s fastest-growing standalone health insurance companies, today organized its newly launched career development initiative “Nayi Shuruvaat Expert Ke Saath” in Pune. This initiative aims to educate and train women to become successful health insurance advisors. The event featured exclusive speakers from the Marathi movie fraternity actress Aditi Vinayak Dravid and the multifaceted Madhura Tapre Agarkar, an actor, producer, director, and writer.

Nayi Shuruvaat Expert Ke Saath is part of ManipalCigna’s broader vision to onboard 10,000 women advisors nationwide. In its western region, the company aims to support and empower 1,000 women advisors through this initiative. This women’s career development initiative is designed to provide comprehensive training and support to women, equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel as health insurance advisors. The training will cover various aspects of health insurance, including product knowledge, effective sales strategies, customer service skills, and essential communication techniques.

Sapna Desai, Chief Marketing Officer, of ManipalCigna Health Insurance, commented, “The health insurance sector offers a wealth of opportunities for career growth and entrepreneurship. This initiative is more than just a training program; it is an opportunity to build an inclusive and empowered workforce of talented women within the health insurance industry. By supporting women with the skills and opportunities they need, we are not only accelerating women’s career growth but also empowering them to excel in the various roles they play in society. Our goal is to create a workforce that is as diverse as the communities we serve, ensuring that everyone has an equal chance to succeed.”

ManipalCigna’s Nayi Shuruvaat Expert Ke Saath was attended by 100+ women aspiring to restart their careers in the health insurance industry. The event began with a keynote session by Sapna Desai, followed by the training and certification program. A special interactive segment, “Women of Wonder”, featured a panel discussion comprising of leading women advisors from ManipalCigna, sharing their journey with the company. Aditi Vinayak Dravid and Madhura Tapre Agarkar engaged with the audience, sharing their inspiring stories of challenges, and achieving success in their respective fields. The event concluded with the felicitation of outstanding women advisors, recognizing their contributions and inspiring future advisors.

Women interested in exploring new career opportunities and becoming part of ManipalCigna’s network of health insurance advisors can enroll through our website or visit our Pune Branch Office at Unit 2^nd Floor, Subhadra Bhawan, 1240 A, Apte Road Shivaji Nagar, Pune, Maharashtra 400004.

This initiative marks a significant milestone in ManipalCigna Health Insurance’s efforts to create a more inclusive and representative workforce within the insurance sector. With its ambitious goal of recruiting 10,000 women across India, the Company is poised to make a substantial contribution to the industry while empowering women to achieve professional success and growth.

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The award ceremony was part of the Capital Foundation Annual Lecture & Awards 2023, which celebrated the 109th birth anniversary of Justice V.R. Krishna Iyer. The Chief Justice of India, Dr. D.Y. Chandrachud, conferred the award in the distinguished presence of Justice A.K. Patnaik.

The Capital Foundation Society is a non-governmental non-profit organization that provides a platform for informed dialogue on critical issues. It has hosted over 300 events since 1987, drawing diverse professionals and fostering debates on national and global topics.

Dr. Silpi Sahoo’s exceptional achievements in the field of education have made her a true torchbearer of progress. Her steadfast devotion to education and exceptional contributions to transforming the state of school education have earned her this prestigious accolade.

Upon receiving the award, Dr. Silpi Sahoo expressed her heartfelt appreciation and gratitude for the recognition. She dedicated the award to her entire SAI family of parents, teachers, and staff who have strived dedicatedly to provide the best quality education to children in Odisha.

SAI International Education Group is a leading education group in Eastern India that began a pioneering revolution in the K 12 segment of Odisha in the year 2008. The Group encompasses SAI International School, SAI Angan, and SAI International Residential School. The Group strives to be one of the finest centers of learning and knowledge in the country, creating world-class leaders endowed with Indian values and a global outlook.

In addition to Dr. Silpi Sahoo, the Capital Foundation Society bestowed distinctive accolades upon several other luminaries this year, including Mr. Akil Kureshi, Retired Chief Justice of the High Courts of Rajasthan and Tripura, Ms. Anu Aga, Ex Rajya Sabha Member, Padma Shri Awardee & Social Worker, Dr. CBK Mohanty, reputed Health Administrator, Odisha, and Dr. Suchin Bajaj, Founder & Director of Ujala Cygnus Hospitals. These distinguished individuals collectively exemplify the spirit of excellence celebrated by the Capital Foundation Society, and their contributions serve as a source of inspiration for the nation.

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