BUDGAM: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam, Jatin Kishore, today conducted a late evening visit to District Hospital Budgam to take stock of the healthcare facilities and assess the functioning of various healthcare services, with a particular focus on patient care and the availability of essential amenities.
During the visit, the Deputy Commissioner inspected various sections of the hospital, including the Emergency Ward, General Surgery Ward, Gynaecology and other facilities, and reviewed the arrangements in place for providing timely and quality healthcare services to patients.
He also inspected the hospital pharmacy and took stock of the availability of essential medicines, directing the concerned authorities to ensure adequate stocks and their timely availability to patients.
The Deputy Commissioner interacted with patients and their attendants to enquire about the healthcare facilities and services being provided to them. He sought their feedback regarding the quality of treatment, availability of medicines and overall patient care arrangements.
Emphasising the need for a responsive and patient-centric healthcare system, the Deputy Commissioner stressed that ensuring quality medical care, timely attention to patients and proper hospital facilities must remain a priority.
He also underscored the importance of maintaining cleanliness, sanitation and hygiene across all sections of the hospital to provide a safe and comfortable environment for patients and their attendants.
The Deputy Commissioner directed the hospital administration and concerned officials to ensure the smooth and efficient functioning of all hospital services and address any shortcomings in patient care facilities promptly.
The Deputy Commissioner was accompanied by the Chief Medical Officer (CMO), Budgam; Medical Superintendent, District Hospital Budgam; and other concerned officers during the visit.
