Diagnostic facilities are not just medical infrastructure, they are the vital eyes and ears of the modern healthcare. Their ability to provide accurate information about the human body is fundamental to effective diseases management and improved patient outcome. The evolution of diagnostic facilities has been marked by relentless innovation. The discovery of X-rays in the lates 19th century revolutionized medical images, offering the first glimpse inside the living body. Diagnostic facility provides the tools and expertise necessary to identify diseases in their early stages, monitor their progression, and assess the effectiveness of treatment, these facilities empower clinicians with the information they need to make decision and personalize patient care.
Dr. Lal PathLabs, has extended its reach in Dimapur by establishing a new diagnostic centre within the premises of ENR Health, Diagnostic Lab Clinic & Pharmacy, situated at HT Square Building, Tajen Ao Road, Nuton Bosti.
The program featured Noune Sale as the chairperson, followed by an innovation led by the pastor of covenant Baptist Church, Dimapur. Yabang Longkumar, Partner and Chef of Lab at ERN Health Nagaland, and Dr. Neiphreno Sale Odyuo delivered welcome addressed. Jai Prakash Meena also gave a short speech, and the Ulikhrei folk group from Chedma village, Kohima, presented a cultural song.
At the opening of the Dimapur facility, Dr. Chumber Murry spoke about the rapid growth of the healthcare industry. He noted that Lal PathLabs is helping to improve diagnostic testing in the region by bringing in advanced technology. Dr. Chumber Murry also acknowledge the progress the state is making in healthcare, including the recent opening of its first medical college and future plans for dental and nursing education centre.
Advisor to the chief Minister, Dr. Chumben Murry, graced the event as the chief guess, while Dr. Shankar Banerjee (CEO) and Jai Prakash Meena (COO) of Dr. Lal PathLabs attended as guest of honour and distinguished guests.
From its foundational single laboratory established in Delhi 75 years ago, Dr Lal PathLabs has impressively developed into widespread network of almost 300 laboratories thought our India, this significant growth is further underscored by its international presence, with operational facilities established in Bangladesh and Nepal. Demonstrating its global reach and expertise, the company’s National Reference Lab in Delhi also serves as a central processing hub for sophisticated diagnostic samples originating from over 25 countries worldwide.
Lal PathLabs is dedicated to providing high- quality and accurate test result. They use special system to ensure consistent quality across all their labs. They offer a wide variety of tests, nearly 5,000 in total. This includes specialised tests for difficult or complex medical situation. To keep up with the latest medical breakthrough, Lal PathLabs adds about 70 new tests to their offering each year. They aim to grow even further, to open 15 new labs annually, They are also becoming more common in the northeast part of India, right now they have labs in Guwahati, Shillong, Aizawl, Agartala, and now in Dimapur. This is good for the people in the northeast because they can now get better medical test closer to home.
Dr. Sharkar Banerjee, the CEO of Lal PathLabs, said that the company is committed to the northeast for the long term. He stated that they have seen great progress in the region over the past ten years. He also said that they are dedicated to making high-quality, world-class diagnostic service more easily available to the people of Dimapur and the surrounding areas.
The establishment of this new diagnostic facility in Dimapur represents a significant step forward in enhancing healthcare infrastructure within the region, paving the way for more timely and effective healthcare intervention in the years to come.