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Health Minister Urges Doctors to Treat PHCs as Their Own
12 Sep
Summary
- Doctors must treat primary health centers as their own institutions.
- Contractual doctors' regularization will be discussed with the Chief Minister.
- Strict legal action will be taken against fake doctors.
Health and Family Welfare Minister UT Khader has stressed that doctors and healthcare staff must prioritize quality services in government hospitals and primary health centers (PHCs). He urged medical professionals to view their PHCs as personal institutions and perform duties with commitment and efficiency. The minister highlighted the importance of punctuality and discipline, stating that doctors should serve as role models for their staff.
Discussions are planned with the Chief Minister regarding the regularization of doctors who have served on contract for three to five years. Khader also assured that efforts are underway to fill the few remaining MBBS doctor positions in the district's healthcare system. Immediate measures will address the shortage of dialysis facilities in taluk hospitals, and the district hospital's capacity will be expanded to accommodate increasing patient numbers. Furthermore, the minister warned that stringent legal action would be pursued against fake medical practitioners.
