Care of patients affected in Jagatsinghpur DHH due to late arrival

Jagatsinghpur: Delay in arrival of doctors, pharmacists and private doctors at District Hospital Central (DHH) in Jagatsinghpur has not only hampered health services but also led to harassment, forcing patients to approach private clinics. Is.

Despite DHH having 66 authorized medical positions, only 48 are currently designated, impacting patient care. The habitual laxity of private doctors working in private hospitals has reportedly created chaos in DHH.

Patients who face delays, face long queues or have doctors attend between 9.30 and 9.45 hours instead of the expected 8.00 hours. “Every day doctors come late and thus delay consultations”, he said, adding that the rush increases by morning as specialists are not available in the afternoon.

Responding to the allegations, DHH Superintendent, Ajay Swain said: “We have received questions about late arrivals. The administration has issued warning and clarification notices to two doctors. “We will take strict measures against individual error to guarantee timely and efficient medical care services.”