Collaborations with Health Institutions

Collaborations with Health Institutions

Centurion University collaborates with several local, national, and global health institutions in the private and government sectors. Owing to these collaborations, students from Allied Health, Nursing, Pharmacy, and Forensic Sciences benefit through real-world training experiences, that help prepare them for practical challenges.

Medical Research and Education Collaborations

The University has also integrated academic knowledge with healthcare institutions such as Apollo Hospitals, Ashwini Hospital, SUM Hospital, Carcinoid Cancer Hospital, ASG Eye Hospital, Ruby Eye Hospital, Prolife Diagnostics, Spandan Diagnostic Cantre Pvt. Ltd., and many more. Through this collaboration, the University facilitates clinical exposure and hands-on training for its students at these institutions. These trainings in the hospitals help the students get real-world practical experience, and a holistic understanding of patient needs that helps them develop professional competency. This training also fosters compassionate, skilled healthcare professionals who are better equipped to serve diverse populations and address complex health challenges in the community.

Collaborative research is another cornerstone of these collaborations. The University partners with health institutions such as Utkal Hospital, SUM Hospital, and Heredity Biosciences to conduct pioneering research that addresses pressing health issues. These collaborations advance medical knowledge and provide students and faculty members with opportunities to engage in groundbreaking work that directly impacts community health.

Community Health Initiatives and Youth Engagement at the University

The University has organised several health camps to facilitate free doctor consultations, physiotherapy consultations, free health check-ups, and free prescription drugs to the underprivileged sections in and around Odisha. These camps have been organised in collaboration with several local and national healthcare institutions such as Kalinga Hospital, AMRI Hospitals, Hi-Tech Hospital and Medical College, Mahanadi Netra Chikitsalaya, Medicover Hospitals and several others that are practically enriching and facilitating communities with healthcare service. Youth engagement is at the core of the University’s mission. It cultivates a sense of responsibility and passion for community service by actively involving young students in various health programs. These students participate in organising health camps, awareness drives, and preventive health workshops, gaining hands-on experience while making a tangible difference in society.

Rural Outreach Community Health

Under the leadership of Prof. Supriya Pattanayak (Vice Chancelor, Centurion University, Odisha) and Dr. Aquinas Edassery (Secretary, Swasthya Swaraj Society), the two organisations have materialised the development of health and well-being initiatives at remote localities of Odisha. The two women leaders are mentoring the collaborative project between these organisations, where they educate female students belonging to difficult areas of Bhawanipatna in the healthcare sector, to empower the tribal communities in these areas.

Essilor Collaborates with Centurion University for Rural Eye Screening and Spectacles Distribution programs

In a groundbreaking initiative to enhance ocular health in rural India, Essilor, the global leader in ophthalmic lenses, has partnered with Centurion University to launch comprehensive eye screening and free reading glass facilitation programs. This dynamic collaboration has been vital in providing eye care services to underserved communities in Kantia, Janla, Gangapada, Haripur, Suidihi, Lathikata, Jalda, Bisra, Dereikela, Padampur, Salangabahal and several others. In the year 2023, at least 12,000 patients will benefit from these vision screening camps. These meticulously organised camps identify common vision problems and provide high-quality spectacles to those in need, effectively transforming lives.

Centurion University’s robust community outreach has been instrumental in this endeavour. The young students and faculty members of the School of Paramedics and Allied Health Sciences, Centurion University are trained in lens dispensing, as a result of which they are able to prepare prescription glasses during the camps on the go. They have played a crucial role in raising awareness and supporting these events, ensuring that the initiative reaches those who need it most.

The local communities have also responded with overwhelming positivity, showcasing the significant impact of strategic collaborations on social welfare. This partnership between Essilor and Centurion University is about providing immediate eye care and fostering a culture of regular eye health check-ups and proactive vision care in rural areas. With plans to expand these efforts, Essilor and Centurion University are paving the way for a brighter, more transparent future for rural India. This initiative is a testament to the transformative power of shared commitment to improving lives.