Bonum Center's New Tech Cuts Infant Vision Disabilities to Near Zero

The Bonum Multidisciplinary Clinical Medical Center has once again been recognised for its cutting-edge care of children with congenital and acquired conditions. Recent upgrades, including advanced eye-screening technology, have further strengthened its role in safeguarding infant health across the Sverdlovsk Region. Governor Denis Pasler announced that the centre has received 26 million rubles’ worth of new equipment. Among the additions is a wide-field digital retinal camera, designed to detect and monitor eye diseases in premature infants. This tool allows doctors to capture high-resolution images of the retina and conduct remote consultations through telemedicine.

Each year, the Bonum Center’s Retinopathy Unit examines over 5,000 premature babies. The facility’s work has contributed to a dramatic decline in infant vision-related disabilities in the region. Since 2001, such cases have fallen from 34% to nearly zero. The centre operates with full support from the Sverdlovsk Regional Ministry of Health. Its team of specialists focuses solely on the youngest patients, ensuring early diagnosis and treatment. The upgrades align with the *Long and Active Life* national project, which aims to improve child health through modern medical technology.

The Bonum Center’s new equipment and ongoing expertise have reinforced its position as a leader in paediatric care. With thousands of infants screened annually, the facility continues to reduce preventable disabilities and set regional standards for early intervention.