GANDERBAL, OCTOBER 17: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Ganderbal, Shreya Singhal, today visited District Hospital Ganderbal to inspect the available healthcare facilities, assess patient care arrangements and review the functioning of various hospital services.
During the visit, the DC inspected patient care wards, available medical equipment and hospital infrastructure. She also took stock of the availability of medical supplies, roaster of doctors and other staff, and the response of patients regarding the healthcare services being provided at the hospital.
Emphasising the importance of efficient healthcare delivery, the Deputy Commissioner directed the concerned authorities to ensure proper duty rosters, regular attendance of doctors and medical staff, and timely attention to patients. She stressed that patients must be attended to promptly, with priority accorded to those requiring urgent medical attention.
The DC further directed the hospital administration to ensure adequate availability of essential medicines and medical supplies, maintain proper records and strengthen monitoring of staff attendance and hospital operations. She stressed that all available equipment and infrastructure must be utilised effectively to provide quality healthcare services to the public.
The Deputy Commissioner underscored the need for a patient centric approach in the functioning of the hospital, directing the concerned officers to address deficiencies, wherever identified, and ensure that patients receive timely and appropriate medical care.
The DC was accompanied by Additional Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal, Chief Planning Officer Ganderbal, Medical Superintendent District Hospital Ganderbal, Executive Engineer R&B, Tehsildar Ganderbal and other concerned officers and officials.
