Dr Jitendra Singh Honours Hospital Administrators, Highlights role in integrating medical care
New Delhi: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Earth Sciences, MoS PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr Jitendra Singh yesterday conferred ''Hospital Administration Excellence Awards'' on distinguished Hospital Administrators and emphasized their role in integrating medical care. Described them as instruments.
Dr Jitendra Singh also emphasized the pivotal role of science and technology in revolutionizing healthcare systems at the third edition of the Hospital Administration Excellence Awards. The event celebrated the achievements of healthcare administrators and institutions that have excelled in patient care, operational efficiency, and innovation in healthcare delivery.
Dr Jitendra Singh lauded the contributions of healthcare administrators, describing them as the ones who ensure smooth functioning of healthcare systems. He highlighted the critical intersection between healthcare administration and science and technology, noting how advancements in technology have reshaped healthcare practices. “Science and technology form the backbone of modern healthcare delivery", he said.
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The ability to leverage these tools effectively has enabled administrators to meet the demands of evolving healthcare needs, ensuring patient-centric care,” Dr. Jitendra Singh stated. The Union Minister further elaborated as to how the earlier demarcation between private sector and public sector is no longer in place now. This gives way to the synergised ecosystem, which paves the path for better healthcare for citizens.
Academy of Hospital Administration Awards Presented by Dr Jitendra Singh
Reflecting on the contributions of the Ministry of Science and Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh spotlighted several key initiatives that have strengthened India’s healthcare systems.
The Department of Biotechnology (DBT), under the ministry, played a leading role during the COVID-19 pandemic by facilitating the development of indigenous vaccines and enabling mass genome sequencing to track virus variants. Additionally, the efforts of the Department of Biotechnology in creating affordable diagnostic kits and supporting biopharmaceutical innovations have been instrumental in improving healthcare accessibility across the country.
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