To provide comprehensive care for women affected by endometriosis, GEM Hospital inaugurated an Endometriosis Centre in the city, recently.
This clinic was inaugurated by Bharathi Harishankar, Vice Chancellor, Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women and Swetha Suman, Additional Collector, DRDA-Coimbatore in the presence of Dr. Palanivelu, Chairman and Dr. Praveen Raj, CEO, Gem Hospital and Dr. Kavitha Yogini, Head of Endogynecology Department.
“The establishment of this Centre marks a significant milestone in its mission to provide quality care. The new facility is designed with patient comfort in mind, featuring state-of-the-art technology and aims to provide comprehensive care for individuals affected by endometriosis,” said Dr. Palanivelu.
Talking about this Centre, Dr. Kavitha Yogini, said that this clinic will offer a multidisciplinary approach to diagnosis and treatment, combining the expertise of gynaecologists, surgical gastroenterologists, urologist, anaesthetists, pain specialists, nutritionists and psychological support. Patients will benefit from personalized care plans, advanced diagnostic tools, and access to the latest research in endometriosis treatment.
“We are thrilled to open the Endometriosis Centre, the first of its kind in the city. Endometriosis is often misunderstood and misdiagnosed, leading to years of suffering for many. Our goal is to create a supportive environment where patients can receive holistic care tailored to their unique needs,” said Dr. Praveen Raj.
The Endometriosis Centre is committed to providing innovative, compassionate, and comprehensive care for individuals with endometriosis. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for patients through education, support, and personalized medical care. Awareness and early diagnosis are crucial, as many individuals suffer for years before receiving appropriate treatment. Increased public awareness and education can help improve outcomes for those affected,” he added.
This Centre aims to provide comprehensive diagnostic services utilizing advanced imaging and minimally invasive procedures (both laparoscopy and robotic surgery) to ensure accurate diagnosis and to provide personalized treatment plans and tailored approaches that may include medication, lifestyle changes, and surgical options when necessary.
To create awareness of Endometriosis, GEM Hospitals released a book named “All about Endometriosis.”
Endometriosis is a condition that affects an estimated 1 in 10 women worldwide and it is a disease in which tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus. It can cause severe pain in the pelvis and make it harder to get pregnant.
Approximately 10% to 15% of women during their reproductive years (ages 15-49) are affected by endometriosis. The prevalence of endometriosis among individuals with infertility can be as high as 30% to 50%.
