Fortis Hospital & Kidney Institute

Overview

Fortis Hospital & Kidney Institute, Kolkata, is a 60 bedded, one-of-its-kind medical facility for Renal Care in Eastern India. Over the years, it has become a pioneer in introducing the most advanced technologies and equipment to deliver unparalleled treatments for all kinds of Urology and Nephrology diseases not only for patients from Kolkata, but also for the entire eastern region. The Institute introduced Lithotripsy, Laparoscopic Donor Nephrectomy, URS-Lithoclast and PCNL for the first time in Kolkata as well as in the Eastern region. The first penile implant in Eastern India was carried out at FHKI. The hospital has performed the highest number of Holmium Laser prostate surgery, a minimally invasive treatment for enlarged prostate. Kidney Transplants started in 2002 and till date, the unit has carried out over 570 successful Kidney Transplants. The hospital continues its leadership in treatment, research and training in Urology and Nephrology in this part of the country.

Fortis Hospital & Kidney Institute (FHKI), Rashbehari, Kolkata was inaugurated on July 3rd, 1999, with the foundation stone of the hospital being laid by Mother Teresa (St. Teresa). The institute is spread across an area of 22,337 square feet, and spanning vertically over 6 Floors (G + 5). Over the years, it has become a prime hospital for all kinds of Urology & Nephrology treatment, not only in the “City of Joy” and the eastern region of the country, but across India.

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