Kerala Govt medical colleges plan to increase bed strength
Thiruvananthapuram: Considering the 33% increase in inpatient (IP) admissions in GMCHs in 2022-23, the government has decided to make arrangements for increasing bed intake in government medical college hospitals (GMCHs).
As per a recent media report, many GMCHs are compelled to use floor beds as they are unable to accommodate patients due to the increase in IP admissions. As a result, the government has directed that the construction work of the new hospital blocks being built at several medical colleges be finished quickly.
Due to the rise in IP admissions, many GMCHs are opting for floor beds as they are not able to accommodate patients. Hence, the government has proposed to complete the construction of the new blocks at various medical college hospitals at the earliest.
According to Health Minister Veena George, only a few medical college hospitals were forced to use floor beds due to an increase in the number of IP patients. The government is currently making efforts to end the use of floor beds by increasing number of beds in all the hospitals. It is anticipated that the new surgical block will increase Thiruvananthapuram's bed capacity by 250 beds, reports Times of India.
Disclaimer: This website is primarily for healthcare professionals. The content here does not replace medical advice and should not be used as medical, diagnostic, endorsement, treatment, or prescription advice. Medical science evolves rapidly, and we strive to keep our information current. If you find any discrepancies, please contact us at corrections@medicaldialogues.in. Read our Correction Policy here. Nothing here should be used as a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. We do not endorse any healthcare advice that contradicts a physician's guidance. Use of this site is subject to our Terms of Use, Privacy Policy, and Advertisement Policy. For more details, read our Full Disclaimer here.
NOTE: Join us in combating medical misinformation. If you encounter a questionable health, medical, or medical education claim, email us at factcheck@medicaldialogues.in for evaluation.