Patna, June 23 (IANS). Bihar Health Minister Nishant Kumar on Tuesday visited Patna Medical College and Hospital (PMCH), where he inaugurated the Radiology Department located on the first floor of the newly constructed Tower-3 and reviewed various facilities available for the patients.
Senior officials of the health department and hospital administration were present at the inauguration ceremony.
After the inauguration, the Minister inspected various departments of the hospital and reviewed the functioning of the newly installed medical equipment and diagnostic facilities.
During his visit, he took stock of patient care services, functioning of radiology equipment, hospital infrastructure, availability of medical facilities and ongoing development and construction projects.
The Health Minister directed hospital officials to immediately report any problems or deficiencies in the institution. He emphasized that providing quality treatment and better health facilities to patients is the top priority of the government. He also warned that negligence will not be tolerated at any level.
Nishant Kumar reviewed the ongoing construction and modernization works in PMCH and directed the officials to complete the pending projects within the stipulated time frame while maintaining the quality standards.
PMCH is currently undergoing extensive redevelopment and infrastructure expansion with over 5,500 beds, to improve health services and increase patient capacity.
While leaving the hospital premises, the Minister talked to the patients and their attendants and tried to understand their concerns.
During the conversation, a man complained about nursing services. The minister immediately sought clarification regarding the complaint from the nursing staff concerned.
Earlier, Nishant Kumar had admitted to receiving repeated complaints regarding conditions and services at PMCH after taking charge of the health department. He described these complaints as serious and indicated that corrective measures, including surprise inspections and regular monitoring, would be taken to improve health services.
Tuesday’s visit is being seen as a part of ongoing efforts to strengthen accountability and improve patient care at one of the largest government hospitals in Bihar.
–IANS
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