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BUSINESS REPORT

The Islamia Eye Hospital and MA Ispahani Institute of Ophthalmology received the Bankers' Forum of Bangladesh 'Corporate Social Responsibility Award 2006' as the best healthcare organisation in recognition of its excellent eye care services.

The award was given at a ceremony on April 26 at the CIRDAP Auditorium in the city. Forum's chairman, MA Khaleque, presided over the function while Bangladesh Bank Governor, Dr Salehuddin Ahmed, attended as the chief guest.

Bangladesh Bank Governor urged the banks and other corporate houses to practice CSR to assist the poor and the destitute.

The hospital, one of the largest referral hospitals in the country, treats various eye diseases and different types of surgery. Around 2 lakhs patients, many of whom are from the lower income group, receive treatment and around 20,000 different surgeries are performed annually.

Besides, DO and FCPS students, a good number of doctors and paramedics receive training at the hospital annually. These trained doctors and nurses have been playing an important role in eradicating blindness from the country.