Principal GMC Udhampur refute news item published in news paper
UDHAMPUR, AUGUST 01: Principal Government Medical College
Udhampur issue rebuttal on news item published in Daily Excelsior on 1-08-2024
wherein allegations regarding poor functioning of GMC Udhampur were levied.
The Principal issued detailed point-by-point response to the
allegations published in the aforementioned news item.
He said that the allegations made are not based on factual
information and need to be addressed to clarify any misconceptions.
The Government Medical College Udhampur has four dedicated
counters for Outpatient Department (OPD) registration, each equipped with a
separate computer system. Additionally, there is a dedicated counter for
Inpatient Department (IPD) registration and another for the handling of
investigations (GRs). This infrastructure ensures efficient and streamlined
registration processes for patients.
He further said that a queue system has been implemented to
manage patient consultations effectively, ensuring safety and preventing
overcrowding in the doctor's chambers. This system is crucial for maintaining
an organized and secure environment, allowing for the smooth functioning of the
healthcare facility and safeguarding the well-being of all patients.
The Principal said that the available number of pharmacists at
GMC Udhampur are deployed in a manner that ensures round-the-clock coverage.
The staffing and duty allocation are optimized to ensure that services are
available at all times, thus meeting the needs of patients promptly and
efficiently.
He added that qualified orthopaedic surgeons are available to
perform spinal surgeries, and the utilization of machinery is optimized. The
institution is committed to adhering to the highest standards of integrity and
transparency in its procurement processes. All procedures for acquiring
machinery and equipment are strictly in line with government regulations,
ensuring a fair, accountable, and efficient process.
The acquisition of an MRI machine is planned and is
currently contingent upon the finalization of the Rate Contract by the Jammu
and Kashmir Medical Supplies Corporation Limited (JKMSCL).
He said that the procurement process is being conducted in
accordance with the established protocols to ensure the provision of necessary
medical equipment.
In conclusion, the allegations made in the news item are not
reflective of the actual functioning and standards maintained at GMC Udhampur.