PCMC to set up dedicated burn ward in civic hospital
Pimpri, 15th December 2023 :- Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) has initiated action to set up a dedicated burn ward in one of its civic hospitals, to address the speedy and timely treatment of the burn victims.
PCMC Commissioner Shekhar Singh held a meeting with the medical department officials on Friday to discuss the potential sites, standards and capacity of the proposed burn ward.
The proposed burn ward will focus on the treatment and rehabilitation of burn patients. It will require construction, alteration, renovation or modification of the existing structure in the civic limits, as well as engagement of manpower and equipment purchase. Follow-up and rehabilitation services will also be provided to the patients at the said facility.
According to the officials, the proposed preliminary bed capacity of the burn ward is likely to range from 15-30 beds, a decision regarding which will be taken in the subsequent meetings.
The next meeting and site visits will be conducted next week, where the commissioner will inspect the shortlisted sites.
Friday’s meeting was attended by additional commissioner Shri Vijay Khorate, city engineer Makrand Nikam, medical officer of health Dr Laxman Gophane, additional medical officer Dr Abhay Dadewar, YCMH dean Dr Rajendra Wabale, joint city engineer Shri Dnyandev Jundhare, and medical officer Dr Shrikant Supekar.
The PCMC has taken a positive step towards addressing the issue of burn injuries, and the burn ward will provide specialized care and support to the victims, and help them recover from the physical and psychological trauma.
