Tata Memorial Hospital (TMH), Mumbai, has added a cutting-edge Digital Mammography system integrated with Tomosynthesis and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to its diagnostic infrastructure, marking a significant step forward in breast cancer screening and care. The advanced imaging facility was formally inaugurated on Monday, 26 January 2026, at the Homi Bhabha Block of the hospital.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by Mrs. Ashwini Bhide, IAS, Additional Chief Secretary to the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Maharashtra and Managing Director of Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation (MMRC). Senior leadership from Tata Memorial Hospital and Tata Memorial Centre were also present, including Director of Tata Memorial Centre Dr. Sudeep Gupta, Director of Tata Memorial Hospital Dr. C. S. Pramesh, and Head of the Department of Radiodiagnosis Dr. Suyash Kulkarni, along with faculty members and hospital staff.
Speaking at the event, Mrs. Ashwini Bhide commended Tata Memorial Hospital for its sustained contribution to strengthening public healthcare infrastructure. She emphasized that the newly installed mammography unit has been dedicated to patient service and the broader public interest, highlighting the critical role of accessible, high-quality cancer diagnostics in improving health outcomes.
Dr. Sudeep Gupta drew attention to the increasing prevalence of breast cancer among women in India and stressed that timely screening plays a crucial role in improving survival rates and treatment success. He noted that the addition of this advanced digital mammography system would significantly bolster the hospital’s ability to detect breast cancer at an early and more treatable stage.
Reinforcing this perspective, Dr. C. S. Pramesh stated that the new imaging technology would enhance both screening and diagnostic capabilities at Tata Memorial Hospital. He reiterated the institution’s ongoing commitment to cancer prevention, early diagnosis, and delivering comprehensive, patient-focused care.
Providing technical insights into the new system, Dr. Suyash Kulkarni explained that the integration of high-resolution tomosynthesis with Artificial Intelligence allows clinicians to identify potentially suspicious lesions with improved precision and speed. He added that the technology is especially effective in evaluating dense breast tissue and can reduce the need for repeat imaging, enabling faster diagnosis and timely clinical intervention.
Hospital leadership collectively reaffirmed Tata Memorial Hospital’s focus on advancing women’s healthcare services through the adoption of innovative medical technologies and maintaining high standards of cancer care.
As one of India’s premier cancer institutions, Tata Memorial Hospital continues to play a pivotal role in cancer diagnosis, treatment, research, and education, serving patients from across the country and internationally.
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