Physical OPDs suspended at PGIMER from 12th April onwards

Physical OPDs suspended at PGIMER from 12th April onwards

Decision taken in view of COVID 19 cases surging at a much faster pace in 2nd wave :

Director PGIMER

Chandigarh : April 9 : In the wake of surging Covid-19 cases in and around the city, PGIMER Administration has decided to suspend physical examination of patients at the outpatient departments (OPDs) of the institute from Monday, i.e. 12th April onwards.

The decision was taken in a meeting held today, which was chaired by Prof. Jagat Ram, Director PGIMER and participated by administrative heads, departments’ heads and other key functionaries of PGIMER.

Detailing about the decision Prof. Jagat Ram, Director PGIMER stated, “With COVID -19 cases peaking at a much faster rate in the 2nd wave, we have decided to suspend ‘walk-in’ patients at the OPDs fearing transmission of the contagious virus to the patients who are already immuno-compromised and their attendants.”

The Director further clarified as he said, “The Institute is committed to cater to the health needs of its non-COVID patients and the tele-consultation service would continue as per earlier schedules. Rather, the number of lines will be further increased to broad-base the service so as to to meet the consistently increasing demand and accommodate more patients while ensuring their safety with this initiative.”

However, the emergency services at PGIMER will function as usual, the Director added.