What is the idea behind setting up MAIINS?
The idea behind establishing the Marengo Asia International Institute of Neuro and Spine (MAIINS) was to create a future-ready, comprehensive, and globally benchmarked center for advanced neurosciences in India. As neurological and spine disorders continue to rise, we saw the urgent need for a dedicated institute that brings together cutting-edge technology, top clinical talent, and an integrated care model. MAIINS is built on the vision to offer not just treatment, but leadership in research, innovation, training, and holistic patient outcomes in neurology, neurosurgery, spine care, and rehabilitation.
What existing problems are you addressing with setting up MAIINS?
India faces multiple challenges in neuro and spine care — delayed diagnosis, fragmented treatment pathways, limited access to tertiary care in non-metro areas, and a shortage of multidisciplinary expertise. Through MAIINS, we are addressing these gaps by offering an integrated care model that combines clinical excellence with rapid diagnosis, precision medicine, and a patient-centric approach. We’re also creating a robust infrastructure for sub-specialties like stroke intervention, epilepsy management, neuro-oncology, and complex spine surgeries — all under one roof.
How can Tier 2 and neighboring cities leverage the Marengo Asia International Institute of Neuro and Spine (MAIINS)?
That’s a very important question. One of the core objectives behind setting up MAIINS is to decentralise access to high-end neuro and spine care. Patients from Tier 2 and nearby cities often have to travel long distances to metros for advanced treatment — losing precious time in cases like stroke or trauma. With MAIINS, we aim to create a strong referral and outreach network with regional hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic centers to ensure faster diagnosis and timely transfers.
We are also investing in tele-neurology and remote consultation platforms to bridge the urban-rural divide. Our team will conduct regular training, capacity building, and knowledge sharing initiatives with healthcare providers in Tier 2 towns so they can manage neurological emergencies more effectively. Through this hub-and-spoke model, MAIINS can serve as a central command for advanced interventions while empowering local ecosystems to handle primary and secondary care efficiently.
Ultimately, this approach ensures that world-class care is not limited by geography — it reaches every patient who needs it.
What are the future plans?
We plan to expand the institute’s footprint across the Marengo Asia Hospitals network, enabling access to standardized, high-quality neuro care in multiple geographies. Another key focus is to integrate AI, robotics, and digital health solutions into our care protocols, ensuring precision and scalability. In the long run, we envision MAIINS becoming synonymous with excellence in neurosciences.
VIVEKA ROYCHOWDHURY, Editor
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