cancer, he will state if a medical team from Chennai, India, is expected to perform surgeries on patients su…
(No. B/51) Mr C. Ramkalawon (Third Member for Flacq & Bon Accueil) asked the Minister of Health and Wellness whether, in regard to cancer, he will state if a medical team from Chennai, India, is expected to perform surgeries on patients suffering from cancer during the month of February 2025 and, if so, give details thereon, indicating the number of patients concerned.
Reply: I wish to inform the House that two teams from Chennai, India will be on official visit to Mauritius in the month of February 2025. The first team, which includes Professor Balaji Subramoniam Muthiah, Director of Balaji Dental and Craniofacial Hospital, and Professor Deepak Chandrasekharan, Professor and Head of the Department of Orthodontics at SRM Kattankulathur Dental College, will be in Mauritius from 03 to 08 February 2025. During their visit, Professor Balaji Subramoniam Muthiah will be performing complex oral cancer surgeries, along with cranio-maxillofacial surgical, rehabilitative, and reconstructive procedures at both the New Cancer Centre and
149 Victoria Hospital. The latter is expected to review and operate on 20 complex cases, addressing critical medical conditions that require highly specialised expertise. The second team comprises Dr. Balaji Ramani and Dr. Sriprakash Duraisamy, who are experts in Head & Neck Oncology, focusing on oral malignancies, thyroid disorders, parotid tumors, and reconstructive surgeries and will be in Mauritius from 12 to 16 February 2025. The team is expected to review and operate on around 10 complicated cases. Prior to the visits, consultative meetings have been held at the New Cancer Centre to ensure the proper staffing and coordination. Nursing staff have been temporarily redeployed to support the surgical team, and two anaesthetists will be rostered to assist with the intricate procedures. Additionally, our local specialists will be involved in assisting with these complex surgeries. During their stay, the visiting medical experts will also conduct an assessment of the clinical facilities and provide valuable recommendations to ensure the infrastructure is prepared for future complex surgeries. These insights will be crucial in planning for upcoming visits, which will address other surgical specialties within oncology. These collaborations represent significant steps toward enhancing the capabilities of Mauritius in handling complex oncology cases and improving healthcare services for the future. MAURITIUS FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION – ELECTIVE GENERAL ASSEMBLY, 27 NOV 2024 – COMPOSITION & PROCEDURES