Manipur Doctor Dr. Loni Liriina Saves Passenger on Air India Flight from Tokyo to Delhi
Who is Loni Liriina? Manipur doctor recounts saving woman struggling to breathe on Tokyo-Delhi Air India flight
Hindustan Times
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Dr. Loni Liriina, a medical professional from Senapati district, Manipur, successfully stabilized a passenger suffering from acute chest pain during an Air India flight from Tokyo to Delhi. Her quick actions and collaboration with the cabin crew ensured the woman's safety until they landed in Delhi.
- 01Dr. Loni Liriina, based in Manipur, stabilized a passenger mid-flight using limited medical supplies.
- 02She has over six years of experience in critical care and currently works at American Oncology Institute in Imphal.
- 03The incident occurred on February 23 during an Air India flight from Tokyo to Delhi.
- 04Dr. Liriina emphasized the importance of teamwork with the cabin crew during the emergency.
- 05She remains humble about her actions, viewing them as part of her medical duty.
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On February 23, during an Air India flight from Tokyo to Delhi, Dr. Loni Liriina, a doctor from Senapati district in Manipur, responded to an emergency call for medical assistance. With six years of experience in critical care, she quickly assessed a passenger suffering from acute chest pain and difficulty breathing. Using limited onboard medical supplies, she collaborated with the cabin crew to stabilize the patient. Dr. Liriina, who completed her medical training in various institutions across India, expressed her gratitude for the crew's professionalism and support during the crisis. Despite the attention her actions garnered online, she remains humble, stating that her response was simply part of her medical responsibilities. The passenger received further medical care upon landing in Delhi, ensuring her safety.
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Dr. Liriina's actions have brought pride to her community in Manipur and highlighted the importance of medical professionals in emergencies.
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