PNS | DEHRADUN
The Government Doon Medical College (GDMC) administration has initiated an inquiry into the death of 50-year-old Bijendra. He had been suffering from a heart condition and was previously admitted to a private hospital for several days. The patient experienced a sudden complication late on Wednesday. Despite undergoing overnight treatment, he did not show any signs of improvement. Consequently, his family opted to transfer him to GDMC.
Upon arrival at the emergency department, family members repeatedly sought assistance from the medical staff. However, due to the absence of an Ayushman card, they were reportedly unable to secure admission or even receive necessary treatment from the doctors at the hospital. Brijendra remained seated in the ambulance for an hour and a half while wearing an oxygen mask.
Ultimately, his family had to take him back home but he passed away during the journey. His family has alleged that his death was due to the negligence of the doctors at GDMC, who did not admit him or provide necessary treatment. Considering this, many local residents have shared their concerns and demanded strict action against doctors who acted negligently in this case.
Regarding this matter, the principal of GDMC, Dr Geeta Jain stated that the hospital has initiated an inquiry into the case. However, she emphasised that the hospital is not directly responsible as the patient had not been admitted to GDMC hospital. Nonetheless, an inquiry has been started and any findings from the inquiry will result in appropriate action, she said.
Further, the medical superintendent of the hospital Dr Anurag Aggarwal acknowledged the gravity of the situation. He said that the emergency department typically handles about 600 patients daily, with approximately 150 being admitted and many advised to schedule follow-up appointments at the out-patient department.
However, there appears to be no record of Bijendra’s case, prompting the hospital administration to initiate an inquiry. Should the inquiry reveal any negligence on the part of the doctors, appropriate action will be taken, he said. Additionally, to improve hospital facilities and prevent similar incidents in the future, a meeting involving relevant officials and medical staff has been convened, he said.
