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  • FUJIFILM India expands advanced diagnostic access in East with the installation of APERTO Lucent Open MRI at Mother Care Center, Siliguri

    FUJIFILM India expands advanced diagnostic access in East with the installation of APERTO Lucent Open MRI at Mother Care Center, Siliguri

    • The new Open MRI system brings high-resolution, patient-friendly imaging to Siliguri, also known as ‘The Gateway to North-East.
    • The installation strengthens a decade-long partnership while advancing access to early and accurate diagnosis in the region.

    Siliguri, December 14, 2025: FUJIFILM India, a leader in advanced diagnostic imaging solutions, has announced the installation of its state-of-the-art APERTO Lucent Open MRI system at Mothercare Centre Airport Plaza Building Bagdogra Naxalbari Block Close to Siliguri District, Darjeeling, strengthening a partnership that spans more than a decade. The centre, led by Director, Dr. Ranjit Bhagat, has long relied on FUJIFILM India’s CR, DR and ultrasound technologies, and this latest installation marks a transformative step forward in expanding high-quality MRI access for communities across North Bengal.

    The APERTO Lucent brings together precision imaging and patient-centric design, offering a uniquely open, comfortable scanning experience through its single-pillar structure and True OPEN Bore architecture. Equipped with a 0.4T permanent magnet, the system delivers stable, high-clarity imaging at low running costs, while its IP-RAPID technology significantly reduces scan times without compromising detail, helping clinicians diagnose complex neurological, musculoskeletal, cardiac, and oncological conditions with greater accuracy and efficiency.

    The city, Siliguri, functions as a critical healthcare hub for a vast regional population spanning North Bengal, Sikkim, Bihar and the North-East, where access to advanced imaging has historically been uneven and sometimes delayed. With India steadily expanding MRI availability beyond large cities, the installation of this machine in Siliguri aims to bridge these gaps by offering faster, more accurate diagnosis within the region and ensuring that high-quality care is accessible to every family without the burden of long-distance travel.

    Dr. Ranjit Bhagat, Director, Mother Care Center, added, “At Mother Care Center, our priority has always been to give patients access to the best possible care, supported by reliable and advanced technology. The APERTO Lucent Open MRI is a significant step forward for us, it delivers superior image quality while offering a more comfortable experience, especially for patients who feel anxious in closed scanners. This upgrade strengthens our ability to diagnose with confidence and ensures that our community benefits from modern, high-precision imaging right here in Siliguri.”

    Speaking on the milestone, Mr. Shunsuke Honda, Business Advisor, Medical Systems Division, FUJIFILM India, said, “At FUJIFILM India, improving access to advanced imaging is central to our mission. Many communities in North Bengal and neighbouring regions have long faced delays in reaching specialised diagnostic services, and installations like this help bring high-quality MRI closer to the people who need it most. Our partnership with Mother Care Center reflects our commitment to strengthening regional healthcare infrastructure and ensuring that world-class imaging is not limited to metro cities. With the APERTO Lucent Open MRI, we aim to support more equitable, timely and patient-friendly diagnostics across Siliguri and nearby cities.”

    This installation reinforces FUJIFILM India’s commitment to strengthening diagnostic ecosystems in emerging healthcare hubs, ensuring that access to advanced, equitable, and patient-friendly imaging continues to expand across the country.

  • FUJIFILM India Launches National Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign with Upasana Kamineni Konidela

    FUJIFILM India Launches National Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign with Upasana Kamineni Konidela

    Hyderabad, June 11th, 2025 — FUJIFILM India, a pioneer in healthcare imaging and diagnostics, has officially launched its nationwide CSR campaign titled ‘Find It Early, Fight It Early’, aimed at raising breast cancer awareness. The campaign was inaugurated in the presence of Ms. Upasana Kamineni Konidela, Vice Chairperson of CSR at Apollo Hospitals, who joins as the official Campaign Ambassador.

    This initiative, in partnership with Apollo Foundation as the implementation agency, will span 24 cities across India, targeting over 1.5 lakh women. The goal is to educate, empower, and encourage early detection of breast cancer through structured community outreach, health screenings, and on-ground sensitization activities conducted by trained educators.

    Ms. Upasana Kamineni Konidela emphasized the importance of the campaign, stating,

    “As healthcare leaders, we have a responsibility to not only treat illness but prevent it through awareness and access. FUJIFILM India’s CSR campaign addresses the critical need for early breast cancer detection, especially in areas where stigma and lack of awareness persist. We must act before it’s too late.”

    India continues to face a growing burden of breast cancer. According to the National Cancer Registry Program by ICMR, breast cancer accounts for around 14% of all cancers diagnosed among women, with 1 in 29 women at risk in their lifetime. Late detection—often due to misinformation, cultural barriers, and limited healthcare access—remains a serious challenge.

    FUJIFILM India’s campaign tackles this issue with a culturally sensitive, grassroots approach. Through workshops, self-examination education, and open discussions, women will be empowered to prioritize their health and seek timely care.

    Speaking on the initiative, Mr. Koji Wada, Managing Director, FUJIFILM India, said,

    “At FUJIFILM India, we strive to blend technology with compassion. ‘Find It Early, Fight It Early’ is our commitment to community well-being and early diagnosis. This campaign reflects our Group purpose of ‘Giving Our World More Smiles’ and our dedication to saving lives through awareness and innovation.”

    The campaign is aligned with FUJIFILM Group’s Sustainable Value 2030 Plan, focusing on health equity and access for underserved populations. With this initiative, FUJIFILM India continues to pave the way toward inclusive healthcare, enabling women from all walks of life to take control of their health and future.