Orange City Hospital & Research Institute

सर्वेऽत्र सुखिनः सन्तु,

सर्वे सन्तु निरामयाः ।

सर्वे भद्राणिपश्यन्तु,

माकश्चित् दुःखमाप्नुयात्।।

अयं निजः परो वेति

गणना लघुचेतसाम

। उदारचरितानां तु

वसुधैव कुटुम्बकम

A Symbol of faith & trust for Central Indians

Twenty Five years back, Health care delivery system in Nagpur was quite obsolete. Small nursing homes used to render single speciality secondary health care delivery and for varied tests, one had to go to different centers in diverse parts of Nagpur or if one could afford then go to Mumbai. Orange City Hospital & Research Institute was a unique experimentation at a time when nobody dared to venture in field of tertiary health care delivery system. Against all odds, it was officially founded on 21st October 1996 and has since been the torch bearer of the Healthcare for Central India. OCHRI played a pivotal role in bringing Nagpur on the national health care map.

OCHRI tried to gather a group of like-minded specialists who are expected to render ethical quality healthcare. Over the years, OCHRI with pride noted that they had associated with more than 160 specialists providing services through 60 varied departments & 30 specialty clinics. OCHRI has been a preferred hospital for its most brilliant team of specialists and super specialists updated in each practice. OCHRI is supported by an outstanding team of doctors; well qualified nursing and para medical personnel who strive to ensure that patients under their care get superior healthcare and treatment. Over the years, OCHRI has continued to maintain patient care approach.

Orange City Hospital & Research Institute (OCHRI), a leading multi super specialty hospital of Nagpur; owned by Ravi Nair Hospitals Private Limited (RNHPL) was founded by Respected Shri. Udaybhaskar Nair, Chairman eminent and distinguished philanthropist in Central India. An all women Board of Directors is constituted namely by Dr.Usha Nair, Dr.Vidya Nair, Smt.Divya Nair and Dr.Vinaya Nair who have all carved their niche contributing into the family run organization. 

Time and again; senior faculties from India and abroad, have commended the extensive infrastructure and stringent ethical protocols implemented at OCHRI.. OCHRI is in a different pedestal wherein ethical rational comprehensive quality health care is strictly implemented. The distinctness and academic ambience being nurtured at OCHRI attracts doctors and had even led to its endorsement by Maharashtra Medical Council.

OCHRI not only promotes check-up preventive medicine approach methodology; but is also involved in many medico-social commitments of city in form of conducting school health checkup camps, cancer screening camps, regular specialty camps etc. The social ventures show that OCHRI within all its feasible resources and limitations is trying its best to serve the society in an altruistic manner.

2021 marks the Silver Jubilee of Orange City Hospital & Research Institute. It is now established that Orange City Hospital & Research Institute with its goal of providing quality multi super specialty health care under one roof is now pride not only of Nagpur District but also for Central India.

With all the laurels and accolades, OCHRI is worthy of the distinction and honor of being endorsed as the brand ambassador of Central Indian health care sector. During their 25 years long journey, they have grown from a 28 bedded hospital to a 150 bedded multi super specialty hospital. Moreover, they have gained numerous awards and accomplishments during this period.

As on date OCHRI has the privilege of ensuring maximum number of specialists and super specialists under one roof in a private health care Institution of Central India outside any medical colleges with more than 60 empanelments of various government and private organizations/ companies. OCHRI is not a corporate hospital but a hospital which follows a unique working model of investing the amount back to society by continually improving the health care delivery system along with its varied charitable activities.

OCHRI is proudly crossing a significant milestone in its history and has continued its crucial role in providing uninterrupted comprehensive specialist healthcare services. Despite the challenges of the pandemic, OCHRI made great strides and our multi-disciplinary teams provided outstanding care to our patients and families. Undoubtedly OCHRI has become a family name and resides in the hearts of people of Nagpur, whole of Vidarbha, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh. Enhancing patient care astoundingly, OCHRI has succeeded in bringing warmth and comfort to patients who consider OCHRI as a foundation of team work.

“God is the silent partner in
all great enterprises”
-Abraham Lincoln

Shri. Udaibhaskar, Smt. Vilasini

Founder Chairman

Shri. Udaybhaskar Nair became a professional entrepreneur and chairman of Nairsons group of companies at a very young age almost four decades back. Today, Nairsons Group of Companies consists of Ravi Nair Hospitals Pvt. Ltd. (Orange City Hospital & Research Institute), Nair IT Pvt. Ltd and Videsh Coal Services Pvt. Ltd.

He is a man of remarkable dynamism. Any project he undertakes has his personal touch. He represents the progressive group of management experts with keen interest in service oriented industry and its development. He is a fine example of rare combination of management expert and an astute businessman with an ocean of kindness.

After completing his M.Com from Nagpur, he pursued his MBA from Bombay University and started his carrier as a lecturer at Somaiya College, Mumbai. Self motivated coupled with remarkable foresight he came back to nagpur to build the parent company Nair Coal Services Limited as a professionally managed business house. He diversified into Healthcare, Medical education and Information Technology Industry over the years as the need of the hour evolved.

He was Bharatiya Janata Party’s official candidate for the 13th and 14th Lok Sabha Election from Palakkad constituency in Kerala. He created history by getting the highest votes by a new candidate contesting for the first time in the region. He has served as the member of the BJP National Executive Council.

He serves as a Director of Shri Narakesari Prakashan Ltd. (Tarun Bharat Daily Marathi newspaper) published from Nagpur after his tenure as a Chairman. Shri. Udaybhaskar is the Chairman of National Human Care Foundation, Nagpur and Executive Committee member of Indian Cancer Society after his term as a Chairman, Nagpur Branch. He is the Chief Patron of the National Association for the Welfare of the Physically Handicapped and Nair Service Society. He is a member of the Centre for Environment & Health.

In the past, his contribution to Bhonsale Military School as the Vice- President (Nagpur Branch) has been laudable. He continued as a member of Central Hindu Military Education Society for many years. He has been a member in National Commission of Cattle (Govt of India), Ministry of Agriculture and Department of Animal & Dairying, Department of Company Affairs, Ministry of Law, Justice and Company Affairs (Govt of India) and Committee to Administer the investor Education and Protection Fund. He was also the Vice President at Vanrai Parivaar (Vidarbha Region). During his time as the President of Keraleeya Samajam (Nagpur) we saw the establishment of an edifice for the recreation and welfare of the community.

The woman behind the successful man – Smt. Vilasini Nair has been the constant support and strength in the past forty years of their marriage. She has shouldered responsibilities as the Managing Director of Nair IT and built her own name in the city by working under the banner of Aashrita Mahila Mandal (Nagpur Mahila Club) for women’s welfare activities alongside partaking in many organizations that work towards social causes. As a couple, they share one of the purposes of life – helping mankind.


Founder
Chairman’s Reflection…

Having grown-up in the small village of Alanallur in Kerala where there was no electricity, no road, with only bus service twice a day, and studied in the Government High School, I am humbled to have come thus far in this city of Nagpur which has been my “deZHkweh”. With first-hand experience of the hardships faced by the rural population and having been raised in a politically conscientious environment, I knew I needed to contribute back to the nation. Life brought my family to Maharashtra. My nationalistic spirit only grew stronger here. The drive to do better pushed me and my brothers. I learnt about coal services helping my father before its nationalization. If I may quote Seneca, Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity. I am ever so grateful for the opportunities created all around me by the Almighty.

In 1987 the sudden and tragic death of my youngest brother for want of medical aid devastated the family. This was a turning point in my life and priorities. There dawned in me a new sense of purpose. Such incident should not happen to any other family. And thus, I took up the biggest challenge yet as a non-medico with a dream and vision to start a hospital that makes sure patients get medical aid within the platinum hour.

This dream got actualized when Orange City Hospital & Research Institute took birth. Coming together is a beginning, staying together is progress and working together is success, so the saying goes. I cannot but recall the stalwarts of our founding medical team like Dr. Dilip Dhande, Dr. Jay Deshmukh and Dr. Ajay Mehta who guided through the inception and have been with OCHRI for a good part of our eventful journey. My personal advisor and confidant Shri. M.S.G. Iyer will always be held in high regards. My friend, Shri. Prakash Vithal Page, the brain behind the institute played a vital role in OCHRI taking form and shape. My entrepreneurship and business opportunity in Nagpur had its genesis in my close association with Shri U.C. Mehra. I am profoundly appreciative of my special family relationship with Nitin, Shri. Nitin Gadkari to many, who rose from the ranks to occupy the high office of Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways. I recall with pleasure and satisfaction the few visits he made to the hospital and the opportunity given to us to elucidate on the quality health care solution offered by us.

I vividly remember the late hours I worked one on one with our first employee Shri. Roy Thomas who retired last year. I proudly highlight the services rendered by our versatile Dr. Anup Marar.

The wholehearted support of the bureaucrats , police force and politicians combined, helped in the development and smooth functioning of the hospital. My sincere thanks to the public, institutions, corporate and other companies who have recognized and empanelled OCHRI and have reposed complete faith and trust on us for all their medical needs.

As we complete 25 glorious years of our endearing journey, with all humility I recollect all the people behind the successful realization of this milestone achievement and the hard work, dedication, devotion and determination of our entire team of Doctors, Nursing and Paramedical staff over the years.

I cannot miss to thank Dr. Nandu Kolwadkar & COVID team who faced the biggest challenge in healthcare history of our times, stood by us and who have worked round the clock. I take pride in the way our Medical Team and Staff rallied together during this dystopic time and continue to provide their services. Our efforts have propelled OCHRI to be in the forefront of healthcare services in Central India. The contribution of every employee is undeniable and acknowledged. Heartiest Congratulations to “ONE and ALL” I take this opportunity to honor the one person who has been by my side through all of life’s trials and tribulations, who patiently puts up with my long absences, stretching her helping hands in support of all my endeavors, ignorance & successes and willing to pitch in for me when needed in spite of her own busy schedule – my “सहधर्मिणी ” Vilasini. No words are enough to praise her for her benevolent nature and all her sacrifices. As I look back and ask myself whether my aim stands fulfilled, the answer is Yes and No. Yes, because my institution has saved lives and thus saved families from all walks of life. And No, as I wish my cherished institution to serve for posterity. Above all, my heart is filled with gratitude.

Udaybhaskar Nair

” The things you do for yourself are gone when you are gone, but the things you do for others remain as your legacy“
– Kalu Ndukewe Kalu


Dr. Vidya Nair

Chairperson

Second generation entrepreneur, Dr. Vidya Nair is the eldest daughter of Udaybhaskar Nair. She is a board member and Director engaged in the strategic planning & execution of Orange City Hospital & Research Institute.

Prior to joining Orange City Hospital, as an Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduate ( ECFMG) certified Dr. Vidya practiced Psychiatry in the United States of America at Veterans Affairs Medical Centre, Washington, D.C. and Richmond University Medical Centre, New York.

She worked closely with patients suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and she regards Neuroplasticity & Psychosomatic medicine as the future in mental health.

Her experience in mental health has expanded her empathetic potential.

Her contribution in research focused on molecular mechanism that link Hyperinsulinemia to sodium retention and hypertension for the Department of Internal Medicine at Georgetown University, Washington, D.C. gives her a broader perspective towards Clinical Medicine.

Dr. Vidya Nair pursued her Masters in Business Administration from Johns Hopkins University and specialized in Healthcare Management. After joining Orange City Hospital in 2016. Dr. Vidya, spear headed initiatives of hospital Quality management and patient safety.

Under her leadership, Orange City Hospital is the only hospital in the city to be NABH accredited completely, directly in one go in 2018 and today it stands as the 1st hospital in the city and under 50 hospitals in the country to be reaccredited as per the latest edition. She is also responsible for strategic partnerships, new initiatives & hospital transformation projects. She has been an integral part since inception in Project Geetha as Orange City Hospital remains the only private hospital in Central India to tie up with Tata Trust.

Innovative thinking and research is integral for human civilization to move forward. Dr. Vidya is convinced that Technology is the only force multiplier to scale the healthcare for masses.

Metamorphosis

What an honor, privilege and responsibility indeed my sisters and I share, to carry the legacy of the past twenty five years forward! We are grateful to everyone who came before us and continue to teach and inspire us to achieve our vision. The only constant in life is Change – Heraclitus Orange City Hospital has been the pioneer for healthcare in Central India. The hospital in its present exalted status has made others emulate the quality work environment and patient care in the city. Practice of high standards of business ethics, a fervent commitment to excellence and the glory of team work are the cornerstones of OCHRI. In the past three decades, Healthcare in India has transformed from distributed specialties into a consolidated one-stop shop for patient care.

It has benefited patients & families with easy access to services with uninterrupted care. We accelerated the change and refined the care model to meet the needs of the city and around. To accomplish our mission we explored the social, cultural & economical issues in the community which were addressed by our hospital with various successful initiatives over the years. Growth happens when there is constant adaptation and revision. The behavioral pattern of the patient population has evolved since COVID pandemic struck. As the world shrinks with technology and innovations, we move forward with a broader perspective towards health for all.

Scarcity of advanced healthcare still continues in the neck of the woods. Our efforts will be towards providing support required to patients & families by taking care of the logistics, thus minimizing expensive travel by providing the highest quality care in the comfort of the patient’s home. We plan to provide home health services and telehealth to low mobility and non-critical patients. We also understand patients’ emergency situations take an emotional toll on the families.

In order to minimize the stress and enable close proximity; we are working towards offering comfortable housing and ancillary support to families. Our strong tie-ups with insurance & research institutes will help us minimize the financial burden to patients and receive affordable care. We want to also strengthen the chronic shortages in the health system as the Doctor and Nurse to patient ratio is skewed in India. The appalling statistics show the dire need for trained doctors and nurses as we focus on converting our institute for higher education in healthcare. To ensure continued success, judicious planning and investments are made with well planned expansion and international alliances. Generosity, loyalty to any cause, independence of views, positive attitude in any situation, however calamitous it may be, all attribute to who we are as a family.

OCHRI is an embodiment of my family’s core values, culture, and relentless efforts to provide community service. OCHRI has remained steadfast with its resolution that no family shall grieve for want of better healthcare. OCHRI provides all the impetus one needs in working towards this shared mission. We are committed to continue the time honored tradition that Orange City Hospital h as nurtured a family like environment for all. People have been and will always be our strength. If one thing I have learnt for sure after living in three continents, it is this: The only thing that will ever matter is how you treat people and how you make them feel! At OCHRI, we promise that you will feel cared for and you matter. With the faith entrusted upon us by 1,03,759 families and guided by the wisdom from the past, we march ahead.

Dr. Vidya Nair

”We must act as if we answer to, and only answer to, our Ancestors, our children and the unborn.“
– Amilcar Cabral

Dr. Usha Ravi Nair

Managing Director

Dr. Usha Nair, born and raised under the foothills of the Western Ghats in Palakkad, Kerala. She did her schooling near her home town. Thereafter, she went on to pursue graduation in BSc. Chemistry from SFS College, Nagpur.

She got her first experience working as a member of the Board of Directors in Nair Coal Services before receiving her medical education from Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Memorial Medical College, Amravati.

She was selected to Post graduate Certificate Course in Mammography from Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, and returned to Nagpur as the first Mammographist of the city.

She was able to bring in her medical background combined with her administrative experience as she served as the Director of Ravi Nair Hospitals Pvt. Ltd.

She was bestowed with the title of Lead Auditor for ISO by the Quality Council of India. She is an ardent administrator and has worked tirelessly for the institution since Day One.
Dr. Usha is actively involved in the training program of junior administrative staff and chairs academic sessions for diploma candidates in hospital administration.

A Silver Lining

The past two-and-a-half decades have witnessed many ground-breaking developments in the establishment of the Orange City Hospital & Research Institute. At a time when there was a dearth of quality healthcare services in central India, we were faced with the mammoth task of setting up a multi-speciality medical institute from scratch. I was reined-in to serve as the youngest director of the institute in 1996. As a young graduate, I sometimes felt overwhelmed seated alongside some of the intellectual elites from the city. I was a novice in the field, but my mentors guided me through the process, and shared some tricks of the trade. A noteworthy incident of that time, which put OCHRI in the limelight, was the immediate resuscitation and quality medical service provided to an international passenger on a Singapore-bound flight, which made an emergency unscheduled landing at Nagpur airport.

This passenger’s full recovery was a spectacular way to welcome the new year of 1998, and thus began our long-standing association with the Nagpur Airport Authority. Being the forefront of medical care in central India, we have never left any stone unturned in providing the latest technology and infrastructure for patient care.

Many doctors have been associated with OCHRI, and provided their services through us. It is encouraging to know that most of the top doctors in the city today had once been a part of OCHRI, and contributed to the mutual growth and recognition. The services rendered by OCHRI have also been acknowledged by many government and private establishments, who have come forward for empanelment with us. If there is one valuable lesson, I have learnt over these last 25 years – is not to disregard any calls coming at odd hours. Be it family, friends or otherwise, the number of lives saved due to timely action, and prompt medical care cannot be over-emphasized. However, the situation over the last two years; with the COVID pandemic stretching the Indian healthcare sector thin, has been a real eye-opener.

Despite receiving instructions from the government at short-notice, we were successfully able to serve and rescue thousands of patients, by operating at maximum capacity with far less mortality rate compared to the national average. Nevertheless, we were also forced to turn down many needy patients for want of beds and infrastructure.

Never have I envisaged such a scene, that we would have to refuse such distress calls. I only hope and pray that such a situation never arises again. For the next twenty five years and beyond I see OCHRI continue with the humane approach in providing hassle-free, affordable medical services to the largest sections of society crossing all boundaries. Lastly, the success story of OCHRI is incomplete without mentioning the contributions of all the medical, para-medical, administrative and other support staff serving the present as we grow and evolve as per the needs of time. Our loyal employees have put their heart and soul in the enrichment of the institution, and together are an integral part of the OCHRI family.

Dr. Usha Nair

“You are what your deepest desire is. As is your desire, so is your intention. As is your intention, so is your will. As is your will, so is your deed. As is your deed, so is your destiny.“
-Upanishads

 

Smt. Divya Nair

Director

Serendipity

My biggest lesson learned yet would be while I was boarding as a student at Finishing School of Good Shepherd Institute, Ooty – With independence comes responsibility.
One of the things I picked up growing up from my parents was being connected to people. In my interaction with individuals from across the board, I realized I could bridge the gap. I found a sense of satisfaction by helping people find their livelihood.

As a company we have always been employee – centric and I truly believe that once we take care of our employees.

The employees will take care of our customers. My focus is creating awareness and fulfill the growing need of manpower within the Healthcare sector. With an increase in geriatric population within India, home health is the future need in Healthcare services.

As a woman entrepreneur, I have experienced the cultural challenges it present to girls and women. My aim is to integrate our platform into vulnerable communities, thus creating employment opportunities. Helping one person could change the whole world for that one person. We strive towards bringing women empowerment especially as they shape the future of a society as a whole.

I look forward to aligning my work with the hospital and do my bit in being able to provide a dignified life for all.

“The mission of your life should be to leave a better world behind than what you inherited.”
– Sri Ravi Shankar

Dr. Vinaya Nair

Director

Heritage

Orange City Hospital has been a vital aspect of my life. I spent a lot of my after school hours as a child at the hospital, and witnessed first-hand the art of medicine and care-giving. This is probably what encouraged me to take up medicine as a career choice in the first place; now thinking about it. After completing my graduation (MBBS) from Amrita School of Medicine, Kochi, I returned to Nagpur, and served OCHRI as a resident medical officer, wherein I was exposed to the fields of Internal Medicine, Intensive and Critical Care.

My interest and passion towards these subjects grew with time. I also had the opportunity to attend rural medical camps and provide healthcare facilities to the poor and downtrodden sections of Mauda region of Maharashtra. Thereafter, I got an opportunity to work as a resident in Critical Care Medicine at Jaslok Hospital, Mumbai.

Subsequently, I went on to pursue my post-graduation – MD Anaesthesiology from Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, DMIMS, Sawangi, Wardha. Following this, I served as a consultant Anaesthesiologist at several private hospitals in Lucknow, UP. Currently, while I prioritize the time with my two year old son; my focus is to pursue working in the field of Intensive Care Medicine.

I also like to enrich my skills in baking, gourmet cooking and gardening; time permitting.

My vision for OCHRI in the coming years is to build the institute into a centre of excellence for various medical and surgical subspecialties wherever there is void. Also, to establish state- of- the- art modular facilities, and develop the ICU and critical care team to one of the best in the country. In the coming years, we would help Nagpur become a regional hub for medical and surgical specialties.

“Heritage of the past is the seed that brings forth the harvest of the future“
– Wendell Phillips

1996

On 21st October ; 28 bedded multi speciality hospital was started in Plot no.19, Pandey Layout, Nagpur with 15 bedded Critical Care Unit dedicated to service of public with 13 Philips Multi-para color monitors, 7 Puritan Bennet Ventilators, GE Marquette.

TMT Machine, Olympus Endoscopy suit, state of art operation theatre complex with Datex Ohmeda Anesthesia Workstation and Elscint Mammography Unit.

1997

Gandhiji Statue installation.

Cancer detection unit commissioned.

 

1998

Company empanelments.

Air France flight made an emergency landing and patient was successfully treated.

Partnered with Meghe group in RMMMT to run medical establishments.

1999

Bhoomipoojan performed for the 2nd building in Plot no. 1 & 2, Pandey Layout, Nagpur.

Althin Drake Dialysis Machine procured and artificial kidney unit started.

2000

1st International Breast Cancer Conference was held in City which was organized by OCHRI, Tata Memorial Hospital and Indian Cancer Society.

Cardiothoracic Surgery Department started.

2001

Conferred with ISO certification.

 

2002

The second phase comprising 50 beds and diagnostic wing started.

German student’s observership program commences.

2003

Renal transplant program started.

Recognized by Global Cancer Concern of India.

Ashray- accommodation for relatives started.

2004

1st CT scan installed in a multi speciality hospital.

New building started.

GFC Celebrations were started.

Kalyani Wing with Maternal & Child Health division started in Plot no. 18, Pandey Layout, Nagpur.

EEG facility started.

2005

Interventional Radiology Department.

Pulse Clinic initiated.

2006

Got approval for DNB (Family medicine).

Smile Train project started.

Family clinic at Katol Road launched.

1st FDA approved Blood storage unit of the city started.

Naman, Kutumb, Swar Sandhya, Milaap and Siddhi mark OCHRI’s 10th anniversary.

Orange City Hospital & Research Institute was the only hospital represented in 2nd Management Consultation On Health Care in Indiain IIMA from Nagpur on behalf of medium sized successfully run health care role model propagating quality complete ethical health care under one roof.

OCHRI was included in India’s Best hospital list from Nagpur and OCHRI has the unique distinction of having retained its name in this exclusive list from 2006 till date.

2007

MEMS (Maharashtra Emergency Medical Service) was started by OCHRI with support of Nagpur City Police. This was Maharashtra’s 1st EMS and India’s 1st Non-Government Sponsored Police – Private Hospital Participatory EMS project which continued till Govt took over emergency service in 2013.

Jaivik newsletter was approved as a fortnightly newspaper with RNI No. MAHENG/2006/19054.

The Critical Care provided and the intricate protocols developed at OCHRI has been lauded and trusted amongst central Indian medical circles. Thisled OCHRI to announce initiation of an Adult Critical Care Medicine Fellowship (ACCM) Program.

1st Hospital to Have Hearing Assessment Facility from Neonates To Geriatrics.

Minimal Invasive Surgery Department commenced.

OCHRI created history, as the first ATM unit was initiated in a hospital of Central India.

AAA Repair with aortic pajama stent graft performed for the 1st time in Central India.

To pursue its corporate social responsibility; OCHRI commissioned a satellite hospital in Ramtek.

First Responders Training Workshop for police personnel held at OCHRI.

Yashwantrao Chauvan Maharashtra Open University, Nashik approved various courses under Nagpur Institute Of Medical Sciences at OCHRI.

2008

Kalyani Nursing school affiliated to Maharashtra Nursing Council started.

Number of CCU beds increased to 48 (40 adult + 4 PICU + 4NICU).

Central India’s’ 1st Power assisted Liposuction (PAL) machine launched.

Multi school mega health camp- The team of OCHRI doctors screened more than 5000 students.

Certificate Course in Critical Care Medicine Program for doctors serving in peripheries of central India was started.

NAGPUR INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES, attached to Orange City Hospital and Research Institute, launched a course of ‘Post Graduate Diploma in Hospital and Health Care Management’ (PGDHHM) affiliated to YCMOU.

E-learning facility of Basic Computer Education provided by YCMOU to the NIMS was inaugurated in OCHRI campus.

OCHRI Holistic Centre offering different Systems of Medicine such as Ayurveda, Homeopathy, Acupressure and Yoga therapy under one roof along with Allopathy started.

Nagpur’s first Bariatric surgery department was commissioned.

2009

Satellite hospital started at Mhalgi Nagar, Nagpur.

Sydney University officials visit OCHRI to envision various jointly run paediatric fellowships.

OCHRI tied up with New India Assurance Company Ltd to launch a customized tailor made family floater group Mediclaim for OCHRI employees which was first of its kind hospital based scheme introduced in central India.

Ravi Nair Hospitals Private Limited becomes shareholder of 150 bedded Sanjeevan Multi-specialty Hospital & Research Institute, Yavatmal.

Neonatal Cardiology and Cardiac Care Clinic inaugurated.

2010

Expansion of Pathology Lab and Operation theatre.

Orange City Bahuudeshiya Sanstha introduces novel welfare schemes.

OCHRI inducted in national FICCI platform.

Orange City Premier League Cricket Tournament, a trendsetter initiative introduced.

2011

Got Accreditation of MMC (Maharashtra Medical Council) for conducting CME.

OCHRI installs 500 KV oil immersed transformer.

OCHRI comes up with a full fledged 3 tier ET plant.

Siddhi, academic voyage commences.

2012

Started managing a 50 bedded Rural Hospital in the name of “Yogiraj Hospital” for the needy patients at Ramtek.

Central India’s 1st dedicated Peripheral Vascular & Endovascular Surgery Department along with with US FDA approved RFA unit for varicose vein treatment started.

New Semi Private Ward commissioned at OCHRI.

OCHRI commences new General ward ,Central Laboratory Complex, Research Unit and relocated 1st FDA approved Blood storage unit on its 17th Foundation day.

2013

Orange City Hospital Institutional Ethics Committee (OCHIEC) got accredited and registered by DCGI (The Drug Controller General of India) under Directorate General of Health Services, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, New Delhi.

2014

Cath Lab services initiated.

4 state of art modular operation theatres started functioning.

Renovated OCHRI Wellness centre inaugurated by users.

2015

Skin bank, 2nd in Maharashtra started functioning in OCHRI. Guardian Minister dedicates Rotary-OCHRI Skin Bank to nation.

OCHRI was designated by Government as H1N1 treatment center.

2016

TATA TRUSTS & CMRF, Maharashtra come forward to support OCHRI’s.

Freedom from Deafness movement- GEETA.

2017

AOI’S “CONFIDENT 2017” Live ENT Surgical Workshop held CPS approves DGO & DCH Courses OCHRI’S Upgraded Radiology division inducted with a new CT Scan, MRI and USG Units OCLS OCHRI acquires XL 200 fully automatic analyzer First Deceased Donor program and 112th Kidney transplant surgery undertaken OCHRI accorded NitiAyog Registration.

2018

Granted FULL accreditation in 2018 by NABH in a single stroke with no re-inspection.

PESO endorses OCHRI Oxygen facility.

OCHRI Installs latest Fujinon Adult Video Bronchoscope.

OCHRI Endoscopy division upgraded.

OCHRI procures Super-slim bronchoscope for kids.

OCHRI granted GOM Psychiatry license. OCHRI is Nagpur’s 1st GOM approved Psychiatry Unit in a multi super specialty hospital setting.

FDA grants NDPS license to OCHRI.

MahaMetro ties up with OCHRI.

OCHRI awarded 1st in NMC Hygiene survey 2018.

Tata Trusts & CMRF sponsored Project Geetha conducts 140 Cochlear Implant Surgeries.

Team OCHRI Screened Twenty Thousand School Children.

2019

OCHRI gets registered under MSME scheme.

DCGI reaccredits and endorses Orange City Hospital Ethical Committee.

OCHRI 75 members multi-super specialty medical team was the official Medical Service Provider for month long ICC WC T20 at Nagpur in 2016 and India Australia One-day match in March 2019. VCA- OCHRI medical plan sets national benchmark.

Air Fest 2019- Nagpur Divisional Commissionerate sets benchmark in Disaster Management Preparedness on IAF/HQMC Call. OCHRI Director was the only private sector representative.

2020

Project Geetha Workshop held for Parents of Cochlear Implant Recipients with V-Connect.

771 Police personnel Screened in OCHRI Preventive Health Check-up Camp.

OCHRI commences Dedicated COVID Health Centre in separate building.

OPD Dialysis facility at OCHRI for walk in Covid positive CKD Patients started.

Severe Acute Respiratory Illness/ Influenza Like Illness ward started.

OCHRI Kidney Division inducts new Fresenius Medical Care 4008 dialysis machine.

NHM’s RBSK Affiliates OCHRI for Cochlear Implant Surgery.

OCHRI Acquires Advanced Anesthesia Workstation.

OCHRI CSSD acquires Fully Automatic High Volume High pressure Steam & ETO Combination Sterilizer.

2021

NMC-OCHRI vaccination center starts with 130 HCW with no dose wastage.

OCHRI Covid warriors across hierarchies felicitated.

IDSP state & UNICEF team commends OCHRI covid facility.

OCHRI commissions Automatic Self Oxygen Generator Plant.

Shiksha Mandal organizes Covid vaccination drive for G.S. College at OCHRI. First Central Indian Education trust to undertake free vaccination for their students.

Govt. Approved Covishield vaccination for 18 plus commences.

IMA appreciates OCHRI for exemplary service during Covid.

135th Kidney Transplant achieved.

Under 50 hospitals in the country and 1st in the city to receive NABH re-accreditation as per 5th edition.

Acquired Plot no. 25, Pandey Layout, Nagpur to develop futuristic OCHRI health campus.

 

सर्वेऽत्र सुखिनः सन्तु,

सर्वे सन्तु निरामयाः ।

सर्वे भद्राणिपश्यन्तु,

माकश्चित् दुःखमाप्नुयात्।

।अयं निजः परो वेति

गणना लघुचेतसाम

। उदारचरितानां तु

वसुधैव कुटुम्बकम

A Symbol of faith & trust for Central Indians

Twenty Five years back, Health care delivery system in Nagpur was quite obsolete. Small nursing homes used to render single speciality secondary health care delivery and for varied tests, one had to go to different centers in diverse parts of Nagpur or if one could afford then go to Mumbai. Orange City Hospital & Research Institute was a unique experimentation at a time when nobody dared to venture in field of tertiary health care delivery system. Against all odds, it was officially founded on 21st October 1996 and has since been the torch bearer of the Healthcare for Central India. OCHRI played a pivotal role in bringing Nagpur on the national health care map.

OCHRI tried to gather a group of like-minded specialists who are expected to render ethical quality healthcare. Over the years, OCHRI with pride noted that they had associated with more than 160 specialists providing services through 60 varied departments & 30 specialty clinics. OCHRI has been a preferred hospital for its most brilliant team of specialists and super specialists updated in each practice. OCHRI is supported by an outstanding team of doctors; well qualified nursing and para medical personnel who strive to ensure that patients under their care get superior healthcare and treatment. Over the years, OCHRI has continued to maintain patient care approach.

Orange City Hospital & Research Institute (OCHRI), a leading multi super specialty hospital of Nagpur; owned by Ravi Nair Hospitals Private Limited (RNHPL) was founded by Respected Shri. Udaybhaskar Nair, Chairman eminent and distinguished philanthropist in Central India. An all women Board of Directors is constituted namely by Dr.Usha Nair, Dr.Vidya Nair, Smt.Divya Nair and Dr.Vinaya Nair who have all carved their niche contributing into the family run organization. 

Time and again; senior faculties from India and abroad, have commended the extensive infrastructure and stringent ethical protocols implemented at OCHRI.. OCHRI is in a different pedestal wherein ethical rational comprehensive quality health care is strictly implemented. The distinctness and academic ambience being nurtured at OCHRI attracts doctors and had even led to its endorsement by Maharashtra Medical Council.

OCHRI not only promotes check-up preventive medicine approach methodology; but is also involved in many medico-social commitments of city in form of conducting school health checkup camps, cancer screening camps, regular specialty camps etc. The social ventures show that OCHRI within all its feasible resources and limitations is trying its best to serve the society in an altruistic manner.

2021 marks the Silver Jubilee of Orange City Hospital & Research Institute. It is now established that Orange City Hospital & Research Institute with its goal of providing quality multi super specialty health care under one roof is now pride not only of Nagpur District but also for Central India.

With all the laurels and accolades, OCHRI is worthy of the distinction and honor of being endorsed as the brand ambassador of Central Indian health care sector. During their 25 years long journey, they have grown from a 28 bedded hospital to a 150 bedded multi super specialty hospital. Moreover, they have gained numerous awards and accomplishments during this period.

As on date OCHRI has the privilege of ensuring maximum number of specialists and super specialists under one roof in a private health care Institution of Central India outside any medical colleges with more than 60 empanelments of various government and private organizations/ companies. OCHRI is not a corporate hospital but a hospital which follows a unique working model of investing the amount back to society by continually improving the health care delivery system along with its varied charitable activities.

OCHRI is proudly crossing a significant milestone in its history and has continued its crucial role in providing uninterrupted comprehensive specialist healthcare services. Despite the challenges of the pandemic, OCHRI made great strides and our multi-disciplinary teams provided outstanding care to our patients and families. Undoubtedly OCHRI has become a family name and resides in the hearts of people of Nagpur, whole of Vidarbha, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh. Enhancing patient care astoundingly, OCHRI has succeeded in bringing warmth and comfort to patients who consider OCHRI as a foundation of team work.

“God is the silent partner in
all great enterprises”
-Abraham Lincoln

Shri. Udaibhaskar, Smt. Vilasini

Founder Chairman

Shri. Udaybhaskar Nair became a professional entrepreneur and chairman of Nairsons group of companies at a very young age almost four decades back. Today, Nairsons Group of Companies consists of Ravi Nair Hospitals Pvt. Ltd. (Orange City Hospital & Research Institute), Nair IT Pvt. Ltd and Videsh Coal Services Pvt. Ltd.

He is a man of remarkable dynamism. Any project he undertakes has his personal touch. He represents the progressive group of management experts with keen interest in service oriented industry and its development. He is a fine example of rare combination of management expert and an astute businessman with an ocean of kindness.

After completing his M.Com from Nagpur, he pursued his MBA from Bombay University and started his carrier as a lecturer at Somaiya College, Mumbai. Self motivated coupled with remarkable foresight he came back to nagpur to build the parent company Nair Coal Services Limited as a professionally managed business house. He diversified into Healthcare, Medical education and Information Technology Industry over the years as the need of the hour evolved.

He was Bharatiya Janata Party’s official candidate for the 13th and 14th Lok Sabha Election from Palakkad constituency in Kerala. He created history by getting the highest votes by a new candidate contesting for the first time in the region. He has served as the member of the BJP National Executive Council.

He serves as a Director of Shri Narakesari Prakashan Ltd. (Tarun Bharat Daily Marathi newspaper) published from Nagpur after his tenure as a Chairman. Shri. Udaybhaskar is the Chairman of National Human Care Foundation, Nagpur and Executive Committee member of Indian Cancer Society after his term as a Chairman, Nagpur Branch. He is the Chief Patron of the National Association for the Welfare of the Physically Handicapped and Nair Service Society. He is a member of the Centre for Environment & Health.

In the past, his contribution to Bhonsale Military School as the Vice- President (Nagpur Branch) has been laudable. He continued as a member of Central Hindu Military Education Society for many years. He has been a member in National Commission of Cattle (Govt of India), Ministry of Agriculture and Department of Animal & Dairying, Department of Company Affairs, Ministry of Law, Justice and Company Affairs (Govt of India) and Committee to Administer the investor Education and Protection Fund. He was also the Vice President at Vanrai Parivaar (Vidarbha Region). During his time as the President of Keraleeya Samajam (Nagpur) we saw the establishment of an edifice for the recreation and welfare of the community.

The woman behind the successful man – Smt. Vilasini Nair has been the constant support and strength in the past forty years of their marriage. She has shouldered responsibilities as the Managing Director of Nair IT and built her own name in the city by working under the banner of Aashrita Mahila Mandal (Nagpur Mahila Club) for women’s welfare activities alongside partaking in many organizations that work towards social causes. As a couple, they share one of the purposes of life – helping mankind.

Founder Chairman’s Reflection…

Having grown-up in the small village of Alanallur in Kerala where there was no electricity, no road, with only bus service twice a day, and studied in the Government High School, I am humbled to have come thus far in this city of Nagpur which has been my “deZHkweh”. With first-hand experience of the hardships faced by the rural population and having been raised in a politically conscientious environment, I knew I needed to contribute back to the nation. Life brought my family to Maharashtra. My nationalistic spirit only grew stronger here. The drive to do better pushed me and my brothers. I learnt about coal services helping my father before its nationalization. If I may quote Seneca, Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity. I am ever so grateful for the opportunities created all around me by the Almighty.

In 1987 the sudden and tragic death of my youngest brother for want of medical aid devastated the family. This was a turning point in my life and priorities. There dawned in me a new sense of purpose. Such incident should not happen to any other family. And thus, I took up the biggest challenge yet as a non-medico with a dream and vision to start a hospital that makes sure patients get medical aid within the platinum hour.

This dream got actualized when Orange City Hospital & Research Institute took birth. Coming together is a beginning, staying together is progress and working together is success, so the saying goes. I cannot but recall the stalwarts of our founding medical team like Dr. Dilip Dhande, Dr. Jay Deshmukh and Dr. Ajay Mehta who guided through the inception and have been with OCHRI for a good part of our eventful journey. My personal advisor and confidant Shri. M.S.G. Iyer will always be held in high regards. My friend, Shri. Prakash Vithal Page, the brain behind the institute played a vital role in OCHRI taking form and shape. My entrepreneurship and business opportunity in Nagpur had its genesis in my close association with Shri U.C. Mehra. I am profoundly appreciative of my special family relationship with Nitin, Shri. Nitin Gadkari to many, who rose from the ranks to occupy the high office of Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways. I recall with pleasure and satisfaction the few visits he made to the hospital and the opportunity given to us to elucidate on the quality health care solution offered by us.

I vividly remember the late hours I worked one on one with our first employee Shri. Roy Thomas who retired last year. I proudly highlight the services rendered by our versatile Dr. Anup Marar.

The wholehearted support of the bureaucrats , police force and politicians combined, helped in the development and smooth functioning of the hospital. My sincere thanks to the public, institutions, corporate and other companies who have recognized and empanelled OCHRI and have reposed complete faith and trust on us for all their medical needs.

As we complete 25 glorious years of our endearing journey, with all humility I recollect all the people behind the successful realization of this milestone achievement and the hard work, dedication, devotion and determination of our entire team of Doctors, Nursing and Paramedical staff over the years.

I cannot miss to thank Dr. Nandu Kolwadkar & COVID team who faced the biggest challenge in healthcare history of our times, stood by us and who have worked round the clock. I take pride in the way our Medical Team and Staff rallied together during this dystopic time and continue to provide their services. Our efforts have propelled OCHRI to be in the forefront of healthcare services in Central India. The contribution of every employee is undeniable and acknowledged. Heartiest Congratulations to “ONE and ALL” I take this opportunity to honor the one person who has been by my side through all of life’s trials and tribulations, who patiently puts up with my long absences, stretching her helping hands in support of all my endeavors, ignorance & successes and willing to pitch in for me when needed in spite of her own busy schedule – my “सहधर्मिणी ” Vilasini. No words are enough to praise her for her benevolent nature and all her sacrifices. As I look back and ask myself whether my aim stands fulfilled, the answer is Yes and No. Yes, because my institution has saved lives and thus saved families from all walks of life. And No, as I wish my cherished institution to serve for posterity. Above all, my heart is filled with gratitude.

Udaybhaskar Nair

” The things you do for yourself are gone when you are gone, but the things you do for others remain as your legacy“
– Kalu Ndukewe Kalu


Dr. Vidya Nair

Chairperson

Second generation entrepreneur, Dr. Vidya Nair is the eldest daughter of Udaybhaskar Nair. She is a board member and Director engaged in the strategic planning & execution of Orange City Hospital & Research Institute.

Prior to joining Orange City Hospital, as an Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduate ( ECFMG) certified Dr. Vidya practiced Psychiatry in the United States of America at Veterans Affairs Medical Centre, Washington, D.C. and Richmond University Medical Centre, New York.

She worked closely with patients suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and she regards Neuroplasticity & Psychosomatic medicine as the future in mental health.

Her experience in mental health has expanded her empathetic potential.

Her contribution in research focused on molecular mechanism that link Hyperinsulinemia to sodium retention and hypertension for the Department of Internal Medicine at Georgetown University, Washington, D.C. gives her a broader perspective towards Clinical Medicine.

Dr. Vidya Nair pursued her Masters in Business Administration from Johns Hopkins University and specialized in Healthcare Management. After joining Orange City Hospital in 2016. Dr. Vidya, spear headed initiatives of hospital Quality management and patient safety.

Under her leadership, Orange City Hospital is the only hospital in the city to be NABH accredited completely, directly in one go in 2018 and today it stands as the 1st hospital in the city and under 50 hospitals in the country to be reaccredited as per the latest edition. She is also responsible for strategic partnerships, new initiatives & hospital transformation projects. She has been an integral part since inception in Project Geetha as Orange City Hospital remains the only private hospital in Central India to tie up with Tata Trust.

Innovative thinking and research is integral for human civilization to move forward. Dr. Vidya is convinced that Technology is the only force multiplier to scale the healthcare for masses.

Metamorphosis

What an honor, privilege and responsibility indeed my sisters and I share, to carry the legacy of the past twenty five years forward! We are grateful to everyone who came before us and continue to teach and inspire us to achieve our vision. The only constant in life is Change – Heraclitus Orange City Hospital has been the pioneer for healthcare in Central India. The hospital in its present exalted status has made others emulate the quality work environment and patient care in the city. Practice of high standards of business ethics, a fervent commitment to excellence and the glory of team work are the cornerstones of OCHRI. In the past three decades, Healthcare in India has transformed from distributed specialties into a consolidated one-stop shop for patient care.

It has benefited patients & families with easy access to services with uninterrupted care. We accelerated the change and refined the care model to meet the needs of the city and around. To accomplish our mission we explored the social, cultural & economical issues in the community which were addressed by our hospital with various successful initiatives over the years. Growth happens when there is constant adaptation and revision. The behavioral pattern of the patient population has evolved since COVID pandemic struck. As the world shrinks with technology and innovations, we move forward with a broader perspective towards health for all.

Scarcity of advanced healthcare still continues in the neck of the woods. Our efforts will be towards providing support required to patients & families by taking care of the logistics, thus minimizing expensive travel by providing the highest quality care in the comfort of the patient’s home. We plan to provide home health services and telehealth to low mobility and non-critical patients. We also understand patients’ emergency situations take an emotional toll on the families.

In order to minimize the stress and enable close proximity; we are working towards offering comfortable housing and ancillary support to families. Our strong tie-ups with insurance & research institutes will help us minimize the financial burden to patients and receive affordable care. We want to also strengthen the chronic shortages in the health system as the Doctor and Nurse to patient ratio is skewed in India. The appalling statistics show the dire need for trained doctors and nurses as we focus on converting our institute for higher education in healthcare. To ensure continued success, judicious planning and investments are made with well planned expansion and international alliances. Generosity, loyalty to any cause, independence of views, positive attitude in any situation, however calamitous it may be, all attribute to who we are as a family.

OCHRI is an embodiment of my family’s core values, culture, and relentless efforts to provide community service. OCHRI has remained steadfast with its resolution that no family shall grieve for want of better healthcare. OCHRI provides all the impetus one needs in working towards this shared mission. We are committed to continue the time honored tradition that Orange City Hospital h as nurtured a family like environment for all. People have been and will always be our strength. If one thing I have learnt for sure after living in three continents, it is this: The only thing that will ever matter is how you treat people and how you make them feel! At OCHRI, we promise that you will feel cared for and you matter. With the faith entrusted upon us by 1,03,759 families and guided by the wisdom from the past, we march ahead.

Dr. Vidya Nair

”We must act as if we answer to, and only answer to, our Ancestors, our children and the unborn.“
– Amilcar Cabral

Dr. Usha Ravi Nair

Managing Director

Dr. Usha Nair, born and raised under the foothills of the Western Ghats in Palakkad, Kerala. She did her schooling near her home town. Thereafter, she went on to pursue graduation in BSc. Chemistry from SFS College, Nagpur.

She got her first experience working as a member of the Board of Directors in Nair Coal Services before receiving her medical education from Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Memorial Medical College, Amravati.

She was selected to Post graduate Certificate Course in Mammography from Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, and returned to Nagpur as the first Mammographist of the city.

She was able to bring in her medical background combined with her administrative experience as she served as the Director of Ravi Nair Hospitals Pvt. Ltd.

She was bestowed with the title of Lead Auditor for ISO by the Quality Council of India. She is an ardent administrator and has worked tirelessly for the institution since Day One.
Dr. Usha is actively involved in the training program of junior administrative staff and chairs academic sessions for diploma candidates in hospital administration.

A Silver Lining

The past two-and-a-half decades have witnessed many ground-breaking developments in the establishment of the Orange City Hospital & Research Institute. At a time when there was a dearth of quality healthcare services in central India, we were faced with the mammoth task of setting up a multi-speciality medical institute from scratch. I was reined-in to serve as the youngest director of the institute in 1996. As a young graduate, I sometimes felt overwhelmed seated alongside some of the intellectual elites from the city. I was a novice in the field, but my mentors guided me through the process, and shared some tricks of the trade. A noteworthy incident of that time, which put OCHRI in the limelight, was the immediate resuscitation and quality medical service provided to an international passenger on a Singapore-bound flight, which made an emergency unscheduled landing at Nagpur airport.

This passenger’s full recovery was a spectacular way to welcome the new year of 1998, and thus began our long-standing association with the Nagpur Airport Authority. Being the forefront of medical care in central India, we have never left any stone unturned in providing the latest technology and infrastructure for patient care.

Many doctors have been associated with OCHRI, and provided their services through us. It is encouraging to know that most of the top doctors in the city today had once been a part of OCHRI, and contributed to the mutual growth and recognition. The services rendered by OCHRI have also been acknowledged by many government and private establishments, who have come forward for empanelment with us. If there is one valuable lesson, I have learnt over these last 25 years – is not to disregard any calls coming at odd hours. Be it family, friends or otherwise, the number of lives saved due to timely action, and prompt medical care cannot be over-emphasized. However, the situation over the last two years; with the COVID pandemic stretching the Indian healthcare sector thin, has been a real eye-opener.

Despite receiving instructions from the government at short-notice, we were successfully able to serve and rescue thousands of patients, by operating at maximum capacity with far less mortality rate compared to the national average. Nevertheless, we were also forced to turn down many needy patients for want of beds and infrastructure.

Never have I envisaged such a scene, that we would have to refuse such distress calls. I only hope and pray that such a situation never arises again. For the next twenty five years and beyond I see OCHRI continue with the humane approach in providing hassle-free, affordable medical services to the largest sections of society crossing all boundaries. Lastly, the success story of OCHRI is incomplete without mentioning the contributions of all the medical, para-medical, administrative and other support staff serving the present as we grow and evolve as per the needs of time. Our loyal employees have put their heart and soul in the enrichment of the institution, and together are an integral part of the OCHRI family.

Dr. Usha Nair

“You are what your deepest desire is. As is your desire, so is your intention. As is your intention, so is your will. As is your will, so is your deed. As is your deed, so is your destiny.“
-Upanishads

 

Smt. Divya Nair

Director

Serendipity

My biggest lesson learned yet would be while I was boarding as a student at Finishing School of Good Shepherd Institute, Ooty – With independence comes responsibility.
One of the things I picked up growing up from my parents was being connected to people. In my interaction with individuals from across the board, I realized I could bridge the gap. I found a sense of satisfaction by helping people find their livelihood.

As a company we have always been employee – centric and I truly believe that once we take care of our employees.

The employees will take care of our customers. My focus is creating awareness and fulfill the growing need of manpower within the Healthcare sector. With an increase in geriatric population within India, home health is the future need in Healthcare services.

As a woman entrepreneur, I have experienced the cultural challenges it present to girls and women. My aim is to integrate our platform into vulnerable communities, thus creating employment opportunities. Helping one person could change the whole world for that one person. We strive towards bringing women empowerment especially as they shape the future of a society as a whole.

I look forward to aligning my work with the hospital and do my bit in being able to provide a dignified life for all.

“The mission of your life should be to leave a better world behind than what you inherited.”
– Sri Ravi Shankar

Dr. Vinaya Nair

Director

Heritage

Orange City Hospital has been a vital aspect of my life. I spent a lot of my after school hours as a child at the hospital, and witnessed first-hand the art of medicine and care-giving. This is probably what encouraged me to take up medicine as a career choice in the first place; now thinking about it. After completing my graduation (MBBS) from Amrita School of Medicine, Kochi, I returned to Nagpur, and served OCHRI as a resident medical officer, wherein I was exposed to the fields of Internal Medicine, Intensive and Critical Care.

My interest and passion towards these subjects grew with time. I also had the opportunity to attend rural medical camps and provide healthcare facilities to the poor and downtrodden sections of Mauda region of Maharashtra. Thereafter, I got an opportunity to work as a resident in Critical Care Medicine at Jaslok Hospital, Mumbai.

Subsequently, I went on to pursue my post-graduation – MD Anaesthesiology from Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, DMIMS, Sawangi, Wardha. Following this, I served as a consultant Anaesthesiologist at several private hospitals in Lucknow, UP. Currently, while I prioritize the time with my two year old son; my focus is to pursue working in the field of Intensive Care Medicine.

I also like to enrich my skills in baking, gourmet cooking and gardening; time permitting.

My vision for OCHRI in the coming years is to build the institute into a centre of excellence for various medical and surgical subspecialties wherever there is void. Also, to establish state- of- the- art modular facilities, and develop the ICU and critical care team to one of the best in the country. In the coming years, we would help Nagpur become a regional hub for medical and surgical specialties.

“Heritage of the past is the seed that brings forth the harvest of the future“
– Wendell Phillips


1996

On 21st October ; 28 bedded multi speciality hospital was started in Plot no.19, Pandey Layout, Nagpur with 15 bedded Critical Care Unit dedicated to service of public with 13 Philips Multi-para color monitors, 7 Puritan Bennet Ventilators, GE Marquette.

TMT Machine, Olympus Endoscopy suit, state of art operation theatre complex with Datex Ohmeda Anesthesia Workstation and Elscint Mammography Unit.

1997

Gandhiji Statue installation.

Cancer detection unit commissioned.

1998

Company empanelments.

Air France flight made an emergency landing and patient was successfully treated.

Partnered with Meghe group in RMMMT to run medical establishments.

1999

Bhoomipoojan performed for the 2nd building in Plot no. 1 & 2, Pandey Layout, Nagpur.

Althin Drake Dialysis Machine procured and artificial kidney unit started.

2000

1st International Breast Cancer Conference was held in City which was organized by OCHRI, Tata Memorial Hospital and Indian Cancer Society.

Cardiothoracic Surgery Department started.

2001

Conferred with ISO certification.

2002

The second phase comprising 50 beds and diagnostic wing started.

German student’s observership program commences.

2003

Renal transplant program started.

Recognized by Global Cancer Concern of India.

Ashray- accommodation for relatives started.

2004

1st CT scan installed in a multi speciality hospital.

New building started.

GFC Celebrations were started.

Kalyani Wing with Maternal & Child Health division started in Plot no. 18, Pandey Layout, Nagpur.

EEG facility started.

2005

Interventional Radiology Department.

Pulse Clinic initiated.

2006

Got approval for DNB (Family medicine).

Smile Train project started.

Family clinic at Katol Road launched.

1st FDA approved Blood storage unit of the city started.

Naman, Kutumb, Swar Sandhya, Milaap and Siddhi mark OCHRI’s 10th anniversary.

Orange City Hospital & Research Institute was the only hospital represented in 2nd Management Consultation On Health Care in Indiain IIMA from Nagpur on behalf of medium sized successfully run health care role model propagating quality complete ethical health care under one roof.

OCHRI was included in India’s Best hospital list from Nagpur and OCHRI has the unique distinction of having retained its name in this exclusive list from 2006 till date.

2007

MEMS (Maharashtra Emergency Medical Service) was started by OCHRI with support of Nagpur City Police. This was Maharashtra’s 1st EMS and India’s 1st Non-Government Sponsored Police – Private Hospital Participatory EMS project which continued till Govt took over emergency service in 2013.

Jaivik newsletter was approved as a fortnightly newspaper with RNI No. MAHENG/2006/19054.

The Critical Care provided and the intricate protocols developed at OCHRI has been lauded and trusted amongst central Indian medical circles. Thisled OCHRI to announce initiation of an Adult Critical Care Medicine Fellowship (ACCM) Program.

1st Hospital to Have Hearing Assessment Facility from Neonates To Geriatrics.

Minimal Invasive Surgery Department commenced.

OCHRI created history, as the first ATM unit was initiated in a hospital of Central India.

AAA Repair with aortic pajama stent graft performed for the 1st time in Central India.

To pursue its corporate social responsibility; OCHRI commissioned a satellite hospital in Ramtek.

First Responders Training Workshop for police personnel held at OCHRI.

Yashwantrao Chauvan Maharashtra Open University, Nashik approved various courses under Nagpur Institute Of Medical Sciences at OCHRI.

2008

Kalyani Nursing school affiliated to Maharashtra Nursing Council started.

Number of CCU beds increased to 48 (40 adult + 4 PICU + 4NICU).

Central India’s’ 1st Power assisted Liposuction (PAL) machine launched.

Multi school mega health camp- The team of OCHRI doctors screened more than 5000 students.

Certificate Course in Critical Care Medicine Program for doctors serving in peripheries of central India was started.

NAGPUR INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES, attached to Orange City Hospital and Research Institute, launched a course of ‘Post Graduate Diploma in Hospital and Health Care Management’ (PGDHHM) affiliated to YCMOU.

E-learning facility of Basic Computer Education provided by YCMOU to the NIMS was inaugurated in OCHRI campus.

OCHRI Holistic Centre offering different Systems of Medicine such as Ayurveda, Homeopathy, Acupressure and Yoga therapy under one roof along with Allopathy started.

Nagpur’s first Bariatric surgery department was commissioned.

2009

Satellite hospital started at Mhalgi Nagar, Nagpur.

Sydney University officials visit OCHRI to envision various jointly run paediatric fellowships.

OCHRI tied up with New India Assurance Company Ltd to launch a customized tailor made family floater group Mediclaim for OCHRI employees which was first of its kind hospital based scheme introduced in central India.

Ravi Nair Hospitals Private Limited becomes shareholder of 150 bedded Sanjeevan Multi-specialty Hospital & Research Institute, Yavatmal.

Neonatal Cardiology and Cardiac Care Clinic inaugurated.

2010

Expansion of Pathology Lab and Operation theatre.

Orange City Bahuudeshiya Sanstha introduces novel welfare schemes.

OCHRI inducted in national FICCI platform.

Orange City Premier League Cricket Tournament, a trendsetter initiative introduced.

2011

Got Accreditation of MMC (Maharashtra Medical Council) for conducting CME.

OCHRI installs 500 KV oil immersed transformer.

OCHRI comes up with a full fledged 3 tier ET plant.

Siddhi, academic voyage commences.

2012

Started managing a 50 bedded Rural Hospital in the name of “Yogiraj Hospital” for the needy patients at Ramtek.

Central India’s 1st dedicated Peripheral Vascular & Endovascular Surgery Department along with with US FDA approved RFA unit for varicose vein treatment started.

New Semi Private Ward commissioned at OCHRI.

OCHRI commences new General ward ,Central Laboratory Complex, Research Unit and relocated 1st FDA approved Blood storage unit on its 17th Foundation day.

2013

Orange City Hospital Institutional Ethics Committee (OCHIEC) got accredited and registered by DCGI (The Drug Controller General of India) under Directorate General of Health Services, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, New Delhi.

2014

Cath Lab services initiated.

4 state of art modular operation theatres started functioning.

Renovated OCHRI Wellness centre inaugurated by users.

2015

Skin bank, 2nd in Maharashtra started functioning in OCHRI. Guardian Minister dedicates Rotary-OCHRI Skin Bank to nation.

OCHRI was designated by Government as H1N1 treatment center.

2016

TATA TRUSTS & CMRF, Maharashtra come forward to support OCHRI’s.

Freedom from Deafness movement- GEETA.

2017

AOI’S “CONFIDENT 2017” Live ENT Surgical Workshop held CPS approves DGO & DCH Courses OCHRI’S Upgraded Radiology division inducted with a new CT Scan, MRI and USG Units OCLS OCHRI acquires XL 200 fully automatic analyzer First Deceased Donor program and 112th Kidney transplant surgery undertaken OCHRI accorded NitiAyog Registration.

2018

Granted FULL accreditation in 2018 by NABH in a single stroke with no re-inspection.

PESO endorses OCHRI Oxygen facility.

OCHRI Installs latest Fujinon Adult Video Bronchoscope.

OCHRI Endoscopy division upgraded.

OCHRI procures Super-slim bronchoscope for kids.

OCHRI granted GOM Psychiatry license. OCHRI is Nagpur’s 1st GOM approved Psychiatry Unit in a multi super specialty hospital setting.

FDA grants NDPS license to OCHRI.

MahaMetro ties up with OCHRI.

OCHRI awarded 1st in NMC Hygiene survey 2018.

Tata Trusts & CMRF sponsored Project Geetha conducts 140 Cochlear Implant Surgeries.

Team OCHRI Screened Twenty Thousand School Children.

2019

OCHRI gets registered under MSME scheme.

DCGI reaccredits and endorses Orange City Hospital Ethical Committee.

OCHRI 75 members multi-super specialty medical team was the official Medical Service Provider for month long ICC WC T20 at Nagpur in 2016 and India Australia One-day match in March 2019. VCA- OCHRI medical plan sets national benchmark.

Air Fest 2019- Nagpur Divisional Commissionerate sets benchmark in Disaster Management Preparedness on IAF/HQMC Call. OCHRI Director was the only private sector representative.

2020

Project Geetha Workshop held for Parents of Cochlear Implant Recipients with V-Connect.

771 Police personnel Screened in OCHRI Preventive Health Check-up Camp.

OCHRI commences Dedicated COVID Health Centre in separate building.

OPD Dialysis facility at OCHRI for walk in Covid positive CKD Patients started.

Severe Acute Respiratory Illness/ Influenza Like Illness ward started.

OCHRI Kidney Division inducts new Fresenius Medical Care 4008 dialysis machine.

NHM’s RBSK Affiliates OCHRI for Cochlear Implant Surgery.

OCHRI Acquires Advanced Anesthesia Workstation.

OCHRI CSSD acquires Fully Automatic High Volume High pressure Steam & ETO Combination Sterilizer.

2021

NMC-OCHRI vaccination center starts with 130 HCW with no dose wastage.

OCHRI Covid warriors across hierarchies felicitated.

IDSP state & UNICEF team commends OCHRI covid facility.

OCHRI commissions Automatic Self Oxygen Generator Plant.

Shiksha Mandal organizes Covid vaccination drive for G.S. College at OCHRI. First Central Indian Education trust to undertake free vaccination for their students.

Govt. Approved Covishield vaccination for 18 plus commences.

IMA appreciates OCHRI for exemplary service during Covid.

135th Kidney Transplant achieved.

Under 50 hospitals in the country and 1st in the city to receive NABH re-accreditation as per 5th edition.

Acquired Plot no. 25, Pandey Layout, Nagpur to develop futuristic OCHRI health campus.