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UP to Boost Pediatric Care with Virtual Network
11 Mar
Summary
- State-wide virtual knowledge network to enhance pediatric super-speciality care.
- Noida's PGICH will anchor the initiative using the ECHO model.
- Initiative aims to link specialists with peripheral doctors for improved treatment.
Uttar Pradesh is set to establish a comprehensive state-wide virtual knowledge network aimed at bolstering paediatric super-speciality care. The Post Graduate Institute of Child Health (PGICH) in Noida will spearhead this crucial initiative.
The program will adopt the proven ECHO model, connecting specialists with doctors in peripheral healthcare institutions via virtual sessions. This innovative approach seeks to improve patient treatment outcomes and address critical gaps in accessing advanced medical services.
Officials stated the initiative will facilitate case-based discussions and mentorship, covering key areas like paediatric hematology-oncology, neonatal care, infectious diseases, and intensive care. The goal is to build expertise among medical professionals and standardize evidence-based clinical protocols across Uttar Pradesh's healthcare network.
Implementation planning for this state-level ECHO network is currently underway, with an anticipated launch soon. The project is expected to significantly enhance capacity building and ensure more equitable access to specialized paediatric care for children across all districts.
