CMC Hospital Ludhiana Inaugurates Advanced Gastroenterology Suite

“CMC Ludhiana Unveils State-of-the-Art Gastroenterology Suite – A New Era in Patient Care!”

Ludhiana, March 2025 –Punjabi head line (Harminder Singh kitty) Christian Medical College & Hospital (CMC) Ludhiana has taken a significant step in enhancing patient care with the inauguration of its Upgraded and Renovated Advanced Gastroenterology Suite. This cutting-edge facility aims to provide top-tier diagnosis and treatment for gastrointestinal disorders, reinforcing CMC’s commitment to high-quality, patient-centric healthcare.

The advanced suite has been made possible through the generous contribution of Mr. Jatinder Sood, a Financial Advisor and Philanthropist from Ludhiana, whose dedication to healthcare development has played a key role in this milestone.

The inauguration ceremony was honored by Dr. Sudhir Joseph, Chairman of CMC Ludhiana Society, who praised the institution’s continuous efforts in expanding its medical services. Dr. William Bhatti, Director of CMC, extended his heartfelt gratitude to Mr. Sood, acknowledging that his contribution would have a direct and lasting impact on patient care.

Dr. Allen Joseph, Medical Superintendent, also expressed appreciation, emphasizing that the new facility will enhance hospital efficiency and elevate the standard of gastroenterology care at CMC.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Jatinder Sood reaffirmed his commitment to supporting initiatives that bring advanced medical treatments closer to those in need, ensuring better healthcare accessibility for all.

With this latest advancement, CMC Ludhiana continues to pioneer medical innovation, strengthening its position as a leading healthcare institution dedicated to excellence.

The Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at CMC specializes in disorders related to the digestive tract, liver, biliary system, and pancreas. The department offers a comprehensive range of diagnostic and therapeutic services, including:

• Diagnostic Procedures:
  • Video upper GI endoscopy and colonoscopy
  • Hemoclipping for gastrointestinal bleeding
  • Therapeutic polypectomy
  • Foreign body removal
  • Nasojejunal tube placements (endoscopic & fluoroscopic)
  • Dilatation of gastrointestinal strictures
  • CRE balloon dilatation for colonic strictures and pyloric stenosis
• Therapeutic Interventions:
  • Injection therapy for bleeding ulcers
  • Variceal band ligation and sclerotherapy
  • Gastric variceal glue therapy
  • Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG)
  • Esophageal cancer metal stenting
  • Therapeutic endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
  • Stone extraction from the common bile duct, including lithotripsy
  • Placement of plastic and metal stents for biliary and pancreatic malignancies

The department also addresses various clinical conditions such as dyspepsia, gastrointestinal bleeding, cancers and benign lesions of the digestive system, malabsorptive disorders like celiac disease, functional bowel disorders, and inflammatory bowel diseases (e.g., ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease).

With the inauguration of the new Advanced Gastroenterology Suite, CMC Ludhiana continues its tradition of excellence, offering advanced diagnostic and therapeutic options to patients with gastrointestinal conditions.