A group of city-based Doctors have joined hands to come up with the Asian Institute of Immunology and Rheumatology Centre (AIIR), Eastern India’s first dedicated centre for comprehensive treatment of immunology and rheumatology related ailments. Over a media briefing, Prof. (Dr) Sukumar Mukherjee, Ex-HOD Medicine, Medical College, Kolkata, Dr Somnath Chatterjee, Director, Suraksha Diagnostics Pvt Ltd, Dr Parthajit Das, Director, AIIR & Dr Arghya Chattopadhyay, Director, Academic, AIIR announced this unique initiative. The institute will be inaugurated on the first week of May, 2024.
This pioneering initiative is supported by Suraksha Diagnostics Pvt Ltd, a distinguished healthcare brand in Eastern India. Suraksha Diagnostics has played a pivotal role in providing both financial and administrative support, thus facilitating the realisation of this transformative project. Together, Suraksha and AIIR aim to extend their services to the maximum number of people, from across the country.
‘Autoimmune diseases affect a significant portion of the global population, with an estimated 4% worldwide and potentially reaching up to 8% in the United States. However, awareness and specialized care remain lacking in many parts of the world, including India. Recognizing this critical gap, AIIR is committed to providing unparalleled expertise and care in immunology and rheumatology, offering a one-stop solution for patients across the country’, said Dr Somnath Chatterjee, Director, Suraksha Diagnostics Pvt Ltd.
‘Our commitment to patient care extends across a spectrum of specialties, from musculoskeletal imaging to specialized tests in pulmonology and neurology. Through our outpatient and specialty clinics, alongside our daycare centre and supervised immunotherapies, we would strive to provide personalized and holistic care to every patient. AIIR is poised to revolutionize healthcare standards, ensuring accessible and high-quality services for all’, said Dr Parthajit Das, Director, AIIR.
‘At AIIR, we are committed to raising awareness about rheumatic diseases through a multifaceted approach. From organizing disease-specific patient programs to physician workshops and online initiatives, we aim to empower patients and their families with valuable resources. We are committed to making a meaningful impact in the lives of those affected’, said Dr Arghya Chattopadhyay, Director, Academic, AIIR.
AIIR, located at Rajarhat in Kolkata, emerges in response to a critical need for specialized care for young and adult patients struggling with autoimmune rheumatic diseases. Faced with inaccessible healthcare infrastructure and limited awareness about medical facilities, these individuals endure compromised quality of life. AIIR is committed to delivering an unparalleled healthcare experience in Immunology and Rheumatology, ensuring accessibility and affordability for all segments of society.
Beyond clinical services, AIIR is committed to education, research, and community engagement. Through initiatives such as disease-specific awareness programs, physician training workshops, online educational events and patient support groups, AIIR seeks to elevate healthcare standards and improve the quality of life for those affected by rheumatic diseases.
AIIR has put together integrated teams of highly skilled specialists in rheumatology and allied specialities to deliver comprehensive, modern guideline based, safe and effective, patient centric healthcare services through passion, knowledge and innovation.
