Pune, Mar 14: In a remarkable show of coordination and dedication, DPU Super Specialty Hospital, Pimpri, Pune, and the Maharashtra Police Department successfully facilitated a green corridor for the transport of donor lungs from KIMS Hospital,Thane, to its facility in Pune, ensuring the timely and safe delivery of this precious gift of life within the stipulated time in order to maintain the quality of the organ for the hospital’s 50th Heart Lung Transplant.
Hon’ble Dr. P.D. Patil, Chancellor, Dr. D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University), Pimpri, Pune, said, “It is a matter of great pride for our hospital to be at the forefront of performing complex organ transplants and advanced surgical procedures. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to our outstanding team of doctors for their dedication and exceptional efforts. At DPU Super Specialty Hospital, we remain committed to pushing the boundaries of medical excellence, leveraging our state-of-the-art infrastructure to carry out more life-saving procedures and continue serving patients with the highest standards of care.”
Hon’ble Dr. Bhagyashree P. Patil, Pro-Chancellor, Dr. D.Y Patil Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University), Pimpri, Pune shared her thoughts “It has always been my vision to foster greater awareness about organ donation and the life-saving difference it can make. Our team of doctors has played a pivotal role in transforming this vision into reality through their relentless dedication, hard work, and commitment to patient care. I feel immense pride in their efforts, and together we hope to continue making a meaningful difference in many more lives in the years to come.”
On March 12, a meticulously coordinated and seamlessly executed road transfer ensured the safe transportation of donor lungs from KIMS Hospital, Thane to DPU Super Specialty Hospital. The team of doctors and support staff departed from KIMS Hospital at 10:15 AM, and the lungs reached DPU Super Specialty Hospital at 12:40 PM. This timely effort has made it possible for a critically ill patient to undergo a life-saving lung transplant, offering them a renewed chance at life.
Under the guidance of Mr. Sandesh Chavan, Regional Transport Officer, Pimpri Chinchwad; Mr. Rahul Jadhav, Deputy Regional Transport Officer, Pimpri Chinchwad; Mrs. Hemangini Patil, Regional Transport Officer, Thane; and Mr. Rohit Katkar, Deputy Regional Transport Officer, Thane,a green corridor was successfully created to facilitate the swift transportation of a vital organ.
Through the coordinated efforts of the Regional Transport Offices of Thane and Pimpri Chinchwad along with the Police Department of Pimpri Chinchwad, the organ was transported in a timely manner, ensuring it reached its destination for a critical transplant procedure and ultimately helping save a life.
The police personnel, medical teams and support staff involved in the operation demonstrated exemplary coordination and swift action, ensuring the safe and timely transport of the donor lungs. The green corridor and organ coordination were overseen by a dedicated team from DPU Super Specialty Hospital, including Dr. Ashish Dolas, Dr. Rahul Kendre, Valmik (OT Nurse), Nikhil Laki (Perfusionist), Arun (Transplant Coordinator) and Vishal Patil (Technician), whose collective efforts were instrumental in the success of this life-saving mission.
