Mumbai: The state government has granted approval for the establishment of a dedicated liver transplant department at St. George’s Hospital, with a budget of ₹4.33 crore. The Department of Medical Education and Research (DMER) has approved the allocation of funds, covering crucial aspects such as medication and other essential materials.
A considerable portion of the allocated funds, totaling ₹2.28 crore, is designated for the procurement of state-of-the-art equipment. Additionally, ₹1.80 crore has been earmarked for construction purposes, with ₹21.30 lakhs allocated for electricity costs during the construction phase.
A liver transplant team from a private hospital in south Mumbai will collaborate with the hospital team, contributing their expertise to the transplantation procedures.