MRI unit undergoes essential maintenance

SRINAGAR: The Government Medical College (GMC) Srinagar and its associated hospitals (SMHS/SSH) and other partner facilities have successfully maintained uninterrupted diagnostic services over the past two days despite the scheduled shutdown of the MRI unit at Shireen Bagh.

During the 48-hour period, a total of 67 MRI scans and 220 CT scans were completed across the network, ensuring that patients who required imaging continued to receive care without delay.

The MRI at Shireen Bagh was taken offline on 4 December 2025 for an urgent de‑icing and repair procedure. A routine inspection had revealed ice buildup in the magnet’s venting system, which could have led to a helium leak and posed a safety risk to patients and staff. Prompt maintenance is es

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