PIONEER NEWS SERVICE / Dehradun
Government Doon Medical College (GDMC) administration has claimed that over the preceding month, 60 to 70 per cent of total registrations in the outpatient departments (OPDs) were conducted through the ABHA ID system.
The Digital ABHA ID system has been implemented by the district administration at GDMC Hospital as part of the Digital India and Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM). This system, operational since January, allows patients to register for consultations online using the ABHA ID app from the comfort of their homes.
Given the large number of patients visiting OPDs of the Hospital daily, the ABHA ID system has helped alleviate long queues. The hospital administration claims that the innovation not only saves time for patients but also streamlines the registration process. It is particularly beneficial for patients traveling from remote areas, including women and senior citizens. With this system, patients do not need to repeatedly enter their personal information and they can easily access their test reports and medication details through the app, the GDMC officials informed.
The medical superintendent of GDMC Hospital, Dr R S Bisht emphasised that this initiative by the State government is a vital step towards digitising health services. He informed that patients’ medical histories are being preserved digitally through the ABHA ID. This online registration system, active for the past month, has enabled a significant percentage of daily registrations to occur via ABHA ID, allowing for quicker and more convenient treatment.
Many patients have also expressed their appreciation for this initiative. Sangeeta Badola, a patient visiting the OPD for treatment, stated that with the ABHA app, the online prescription facility saves her time and ensures she receives timely care.
