Excelsior Correspondent
RAJOURI, Jan 29: In order to take stock of healthcare facilities being provided to the patients, Deputy Commissioner Rajouri, Rajesh Kumar Shavan paid a surprise visit to District Hospital Rajouri today.
He was accompanied by Principal GMC & AH Rajouri, Kuldeep Singh, Additional Deputy Commissioner Rajouri Sher Singh, Additional Superintendent of Police, Liaqat Choudhary, Medical Superintendent Dr Yakoob and Tehsildar Rajouri Mohd Rafiq.
During the visit, the Deputy Commissioner inspected various wards and sections of the hospital including emergency, operation theatre, ECG unit, X-ray, Gynae, post operation ward and labs. The DC also enquired about the availability of medicines, diagnostics and other facilities available in the hospital. He also inquired about the progress in the implementation of Ayushman Bharat and other Government sponsored schemes in the hospital.
Showing displeasure over the cleanliness, the DC directed the hospital administration to maintain complete hygiene in and around the hospital and provide better medical facilities to the patients.
Taking serious note of the private practice by some doctors during the duty hours, the Deputy Commissioner made it clear that criminal proceedings shall be initiated against the professional indulging in private practice. The Medical Superintendent was directed to communicate the duty roaster with the Deputy Commissioner office on daily basis.
The DC exhorted upon the entire medical and paramedical staff to serve the patients with utmost dedication and sincerity so that patients are made to feel comfortable while receiving treatment. He reiterated that the district administration is committed to provide better healthcare facilities to the people.
He also took serious note of the traffic congestion at some places on the way to District Hospital and issued instructions for ensuring free flow of traffic to the concerned officers.
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