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MP Demands Overhaul of Visakhapatnam Hospital Services
12 May
Summary
- MP Sribharat called for reforms in KGH healthcare services.
- Issues include staff shortages, long wait times, and bed utilization.
- MP stressed need for better emergency care and medicine availability.
Visakhapatnam MP M. Sribharat has called for significant improvements in healthcare services at King George Hospital (KGH). During a Hospital Development Committee meeting, he emphasized the need for enhanced supervision, efficient staff management, and robust patient guidance.
Key concerns identified include delays in services due to staff shortages, prolonged waiting periods for diagnostic tests like MRI and CT scans, and imbalanced bed occupancy across wards. The MP directed hospital authorities to address these issues promptly.
Furthermore, Mr. Sribharat stressed the importance of upgrading emergency care, resolving air-conditioning problems, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring the availability of essential medical supplies and medicines. He also warned against any illegal fee collections from patients.
