Telemedicine studio begins for Vaishno Devi pilgrims

A state-of-the-art telemedicine studio was inaugurated at the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Narayana Superspeciality Hospital on Monday by Anshul Garg, Chief Executive Officer, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB).

A shrine board official said the newly established studio is designed to facilitate real-time consultation with doctors on the Vaishno Devi track and medical experts in SMVDNS Hospital. “This innovative initiative provides instant access to specialised medical advice, contributes to improved response to medical emergencies and enhances patient care on the track. The Board provides free accident insurance cover up to Rs 5 lakh to pilgrims visiting the holy shrine besides free treatment to ailing devotees at SMVDNSH,” he said.