The National Institute of Rehabilitation Dr. Luis Guillermo Ibarra Ibarra (INRLGII) in Mexico received support for more than 108 million pesos (approximately $6 million) during 2024.
According to the Government, these resources, granted by the Public Welfare Asset Administration (APBP) of the Ministry of Health, have strengthened its diagnostic, treatment and research capabilities.
State-of-the-art equipment for excellent medical service
The general director of INRLGII, Carlos Pineda Villasenor, stressed that the supplies and equipment acquired have been key to ensuring quality care and strengthening medical education.
Supports include: surgical material and devices such as prostheses, hearing aids and electronic larynxes. Specialized equipment was also received, such as adapted wheelchairs, intraocular lenses, ground ambulances, ultrasound machines and a video system for endoscopy.
These tools have impacted specialties as otorhinolaryngology, rheumatology, speech therapy, pain medicine and pulmonary and cardiac rehabilitation. Which has directly improved free patient care.
Projections for 2025: more technology and better diagnostics
During a working and evaluation meeting between INRLGII and APBP, it was announced that in 2025 the institute will receive new cutting-edge equipment.
The general director of the APBP, Jose Alfredo Cordero Esquivel, confirmed the acquisition of mass spectrometer, high-resolution computed axial tomograph and magnetic resonance imaging equipment.
These resources will be a boost to improve highly specialized care and enhance the institute's diagnostic capacity.
Innovations that transform healthcare
The acquired equipment is already generating positive results.
These include noninvasive treatments for urinary stones. The doctor Sergio Duran Ortiz explained that the use of the new pneumatic lithotripter has eliminated the need for invasive surgeries. This allows for faster rehabilitation for patients.
The new acquisitions have also benefited the training of resident physicians. About stole doctor Blanca Flores Avalos He stressed the importance of the new EEG equipment, which ensures that future specialists are trained in cutting-edge technology.
