AIIMS Jammu commences spine surgeries

Jammu, Oct 23: All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Jammu has successfully commenced spine surgeries, marking a new era in advanced healthcare for the region.

According to the AIIMS Jammu spokesperson, the first surgery was performed on a patient diagnosed with L5-S1 Prolapsed Intervertebral Disc (PIVD) with right-side radiculopathy, a condition causing severe back pain and nerve compression in the lower limbs.

“This surgery was carried out by an expert team of doctors, highlighting the Institution’s growing capabilities in specialized medical care,” the spokesperson said, adding that the Department of Orthopedics aimed to provide advanced spine care to patients including deformity correction and scoliosis surgeries in addition to all other subspecialties.

The surgical team included Dr Tarsem Lal Motten, Dr Rashid Anjum and Dr Imran and the Anaesthesia team, led by Dr Sunana Gupta and supported by Dr Sandeepika Dogra and Dr Pallavi. The Anaesthesia team played a critical role in ensuring the patient’s comfort and safety throughout the surgery, the spokesperson said.

“The success of this spine surgery represents a major step forward for AIIMS Jammu, which is actively expanding its services to offer advanced treatment options across various specialties," he added.