Date: -5/11/24 Venue: Canwinn Aarogya Dham
DPG Institute of Technology and Management
Report on Exposure and Field Visit to CanWinn Hospital and Rozgaar Team
Student count – 50
Date: 05-11-2024
Timings: 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Venue: CanWinn Hospital, Gurugram
Introduction
On November 5, 2024, the final-year students from the CSE, AIML, and DS departments of DPG Institute of Technology and Management had the opportunity to participate in an educational visit to CanWinn Hospital, Gurugram. This visit aimed to expose students to real-world applications of technology in the healthcare sector, emphasizing the alignment with several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being, SDG 4: Quality Education, SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure, and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals.
The CanWinn Hospital, established in January 2023, has already made a significant impact in the community by offering affordable healthcare services and supporting social initiatives such as CanWinn Rozgaar. The visit provided an in-depth understanding of CanWinn’s commitment to leveraging technology for social good, a perfect blend of professional exposure and social responsibility.
Event Report
Activities and Learning Objectives
1. Institutional Overview and CSR Initiatives
The visit commenced with an overview of CanWinn Hospital’s mission, values, and rapid growth since its inception. The students learned about CanWinn’s commitment to affordable healthcare, with the hospital serving a large number of patients at highly subsidized rates. They also explored CanWinn’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, particularly the Rozgaar program, which supports job creation and skill development in the local community.
2. Meeting with the IT Team
The main focus of the visit was an insightful interaction with CanWinn’s IT department. Our students had the chance to discuss the technology systems that support the hospital’s operations, including patient management, data security, and system integration. This interaction provided a valuable learning experience, shedding light on the technical challenges faced by healthcare IT teams and the critical role of technology in improving service delivery and patient care.
3. Exploring Technology Challenges and Solutions
The IT team at CanWinn highlighted several technology challenges they encounter, such as handling large volumes of patient data, ensuring data privacy, and improving system efficiency. Students were able to engage in discussions on potential solutions, gaining insights into how various emerging technologies, including AI and data analytics, could help address these challenges. The hospital’s technical team has offered select students the opportunity to intern with them, where they will work on solving data warehousing challenges, address various technology issues the hospital is currently facing, and develop a speech emotion recognition application for patient support. The students were highly engaged during the discussions and expressed enthusiastic interest in participating in this internship.
4. Visit to the Rozgaar Team
Following the IT department visit, students met with the CanWinn Rozgaar team. This session provided an overview of how CanWinn is addressing unemployment through skill-building initiatives. The team shared the impact of their efforts on local communities, aligning with the SDG goals of promoting sustainable job creation and inclusive economic growth.
Key Takeaways
“Our final-year students of CSE/AIML/DS had an insightful visit to the IT department at CanWinn Hospital, Gurugram. This opportunity allowed them to delve into the essential role of technology in supporting health and well-being, a crucial aspect of the UN-Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The visit aligns with UN-SDG 3, 4, 9, and 17:
– Good Health and Well-being
– Quality Education
– Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
– Partnerships for the Goals
Our students explored the incredible work the CanWinn IT team is doing and discussed various software and technology challenges they face. We’re happy to collaborate and bring our tech skills to help them upgrade their systems, aiming to support CanWinn’s mission to enhance healthcare through technology.”
Conclusion
The educational visit to CanWinn Hospital provided a meaningful blend of technical knowledge, community impact, and social responsibility. Students left with a clearer understanding of how healthcare IT operates and the significance of social initiatives in improving community welfare. This experience not only enhanced their technical knowledge but also inspired them to consider the broader social impacts of their careers in technology.
The DPG Institute of Technology and Management looks forward to fostering further collaboration with CanWinn to support their technological needs and contribute to their mission of accessible healthcare and community empowerment.
