CN Centre
Cardio-Thoracic and Neurosciences (CN) Center, GMCH
The Cardio-Thoracic and Neurosciences Center (CN Center) at Gauhati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) is a pioneering facility, serving as the only center of its kind in the eastern region of India, beyond the capital city of New Delhi. It provides advanced super-specialty care in Cardiology, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Neurology, and Neurosurgery, with allied services such as Radiology, Pathology, Biochemistry, and Microbiology under one roof.
Established to meet the growing demand for super-specialty medical services, the CN Center offers state-of-the-art facilities for the diagnosis, treatment, and management of conditions affecting the cardiovascular and nervous systems. It caters not only to the patients of Northeast India but also to individuals from neighboring countries such as Bangladesh and Bhutan.
Inauguration and Milestones
The CN Center was inaugurated on May 9, 2022, by the Honorable Home Minister of India, Shri Amit Shah, in the esteemed presence of the Honorable Chief Minister of Assam, Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma, and the then Honorable Health Minister of Assam, Shri Keshab Mahanta. Since its inception, the center has grown into a vibrant and sophisticated institution, setting benchmarks in the fields of Neuroscience, Cardiology, and Cardiothoracic Surgery.
Advanced Infrastructure and Facilities
Equipped with cutting-edge medical technology, the CN Center features eight modular operation theaters (OTs) with integrated advanced facilities. These OTs are equipped with state-of-the-art devices, including:
- Advanced neuronavigation systems
- Neuroendoscopes
- High-resolution operative microscopes
- Heart-lung machines
The center also houses two fully operational catheterization (cath) labs, functioning round the clock to address critical cardiac and neurological emergencies.
New MRI Facility
Recognizing the need for advanced neuroimaging facilities, the Government of Assam has prioritized the installation of a 3 Tesla (3T) MRI machine at the CN Center, with a budget allocation of ₹30 crore. This newly installed MRI system is among the most advanced in the region, offering unmatched diagnostic capabilities. Key features include:
- The most homogeneous magnetic field for superior image resolution
- Artificial intelligence integration for optimal imaging results
- Wide-bore design, accommodating obese and claustrophobic patients
- Faster scan times for improved patient throughput
- Advanced applications for Neuroimaging, Cardiac Imaging, and Vascular Imaging
The CN Center at GMCH remains committed to its vision of delivering world-class super-specialty care and continues to set new standards in medical excellence for the people of Assam, the Northeast, and beyond.