Philips, Medtronic Partner to Train 300+ Clinicians in Heart Imaging

In India, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by Philips, a leader in health technology, and Medtronic, a leader in medical technology, to teach and train radiologists and cardiologists in new imaging methods for structural heart disorders. Through this collaboration, more than 300 clinicians will gain advanced skills in multimodal imaging, including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and echocardiogram (echo), particularly for patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD).

Under the direction of well-known international and Indian specialists, the training program will mix didactic sessions with practical experience given on Philips' state-of-the-art ultrasound and MRI devices. For these training workshops, 15 important medical facilities with expertise in structural heart surgeries have been selected.

“As India's healthcare landscape progresses to address its high disease burden, we remain committed to enhancing clinical expertise and making a meaningful impact on patient care,” Bharath Sesha, managing director, Philips Indian Subcontinent, said.

Global studies show that 9.5% of ESRD patients with aortic stenosis can benefit from advanced imaging technologies during transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), and the rising incidence of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in India adds about 2.2 lakh new cases of ESRD annually. As a result, there is an urgent need for advanced diagnostic tools and specialized training for clinicians.