By Dr. S. P. Mathew | Founder and Medical Director, Ashok One Hospital The sharp questions posed recently by the Supreme Court of India cut straight to the moral and operational center of modern healthcare delivery. A bench comprising Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta reserved orders on petitions challenging excessive drug prices, scrutinizing the wide chasm between the Price to Retailer (PTR) and the Maximum Retail Price (MRP). The court’s query was clear and uncompromi

While the monsoon rains may have receded across Mumbai, the seasonal health risks are far from over. City hospitals—both civic and private—are reporting a notable post-monsoon spike in dengue, malaria, typhoid, and various respiratory viral infections. The sharp temperature fluctuations between hot, humid outdoor conditions and dry, air-conditioned indoor spaces, coupled with rising seasonal pollution levels, have created an ideal environment for both mosquito breeding and

Childhood obesity is no longer an isolated issue or a condition confined to high-income families. Across India, urban centres like Mumbai are seeing a marked rise in excess weight among children and adolescents across diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. Recent National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6) figures reveal that 1.3% of children under five years in India are overweight, while adult obesity rates continue to climb steeply—reaching 30.7% in women and 27.3% in men. Furth

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Knee replacement surgery replaces damaged bone and cartilage in the knee joint with artificial metal and plastic implants to relieve severe pain and restore mobility. When patients walk into our clinic contemplating a knee replacement, one of the most frequent questions we hear is: "Doctor, should I opt for robotic surgery? Isn't it superior?" In recent years, aggressive marketing campaigns have portrayed robotic joint replacement as the only way to achieve surgical perfectio

Medicine is a calling, and putting the patient at the absolute center of every decision remains our uncompromising commitment.

Talking about end-of-life care is not about giving up hope; it is about taking control of your life story and giving your loved ones the ultimate gift of clarity and peace of mind.

Cardiovascular disease remains one of our most urgent health challenges, claiming roughly 3.2 million lives across India each year—accounting for nearly one in four deaths. In my daily practice at Ashok One Hospital, I frequently discuss the primary modifiable driver behind this: elevated low-density lipoprotein (LDL), commonly known as "bad cholesterol". When LDL cholesterol circulates in excess, it deposits along arterial walls, forming rigid plaques that restrict blood flo

Today, as we reflect on the gift of freedom, we invite you to explore what personal independence truly means across every chapter of life: the ability to live comfortably, move freely, and maintain vibrant autonomy into a ripe, golden age.

Optimizing a traditional Indian diet to lower LDL (bad) cholesterol does not mean giving up familiar, culturally rich meals.

On July 16, 2026, the U.S. FDA marked a significant milestone in cardiovascular medicine by approving Lipfendra (enlicitide). It is the world’s first once-daily oral PCSK9 inhibitor pill.

Python By Dr. S. P. Mathew, MD (Physician & Medical Director) Ashok One Hospital Blog | Dahisar East, Mumbai In traditional household wisdom, our elders intuitively knew what to prepare when someone fell ill. From a steaming bowl of turmeric-infused broth to reduce inflammation, to nutrient-dense ragi and jowar raab to rebuild strength during convalescence, food was always viewed as the primary medicine. Today, modern clinical science has come full circle to validate what com

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Our primary goal is to help every patient regain not just their urinary health, but the confidence, independence, and quality of life they deserve.

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Python Every single morning, a familiar scene plays out across urban Indian households. We rinse out a plastic milk pouch, finish a bottle of sparkling water, unbox an e-commerce delivery wrapped in layers of bubble wrap, or finally decide to discard a broken television remote. This trash has a deadly effect on our health. With a sense of routine, we toss these items into a trash bin, watch the municipal waste collector take them away, and assume our responsibility ends there

We are facing an obesity epidemic, but we can manage it with the right knowledge. If we focus on reducing visceral white fat and "waking up" our brown fat through traditional diet and smart movement, we can significantly lower the risk of heart disease and diabetes.

As we navigate the academic and social pressures of Mumbai, finding your flow is not just a luxury—it’s a pathway to better mental health.

A Wake-Up Call for My Patients: The Changing Face of Health in Mumbai Namaste. I am writing to you today because recent national data has confirmed what I see every day in my clinic here in Mumbai: the way we are getting sick is changing, and it is becoming increasingly expensive to ignore. While we are doing a better job of fighting off infections like malaria and diarrhea, our modern lifestyle is catching up with us. We are moving less, eating more processed food, and carry

A guide for patients of Ashok One Hospital, Mumbai At Ashok One Hospital, we see it often — a patient needs a procedure, and the first question isn't "what's the best treatment?" It's "will my insurance cover this?" Health insurance in India is changing fast, and if you haven't reviewed your policy recently, there's a good chance it's either costing you more than it should, or leaving gaps you don't know about. Here's what you need to understand. The Old Way vs. The New Way U