Recognizing Selfless Heroes on World Kidney Day
Pune, March 13, 2025: Jupiter Hospital, Pune, marked World Kidney Day with a heartfelt felicitation ceremony to honor kidney donors for their selfless contributions. Held in the hospital’s auditorium, the event celebrated these heroes whose generosity has given recipients a renewed chance at life.
Dr. Rajendra Patankar, CEO of Jupiter Hospital, praised the donors for their resilience and compassion, emphasizing how their acts of kindness serve as a beacon of hope for others.
In 2024, Jupiter Hospital successfully performed 73 kidney transplants, a significant milestone reflecting the community’s spirit of giving. Dr. Suryabhan Bhalerao highlighted the benefits of laparoscopic donor nephrectomy, a minimally invasive procedure that reduces recovery time and encourages more individuals to consider organ donation.
The event featured inspiring donor and recipient stories, expert discussions on transplantation, and insights into post-donation care. Distinguished specialists, including Dr. Suryabhan Bhalerao, Head of the Department of Laparoscopic and Minimal Access Surgery, along with nephrologists Dr. Shailesh Kakde and Dr. Swati Mane, engaged the audience with informative talks, reinforcing the importance of kidney donation.
Jupiter Hospital encourages those interested in learning more about kidney donation to visit www.jupiterhospital.com or consult with their transplant counselors for guidance.
Corporate Comm India (CCI Newswire)
