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GANGTOK,: A review meeting was held at STNM Hospital
here on Friday to assess preparations for upcoming healthcare initiatives and
key hospital activities.
The
meeting, chaired by Health secretary Tsheweng Gyaccho, reviewed arrangements
for Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang's proposed visit to the hospital on
November 16, the scheduled kidney transplantation on November 20 and 21,
establishment of an ART/IVF Centre and deployment of a dedicated medical team
for the upcoming Junior National Badminton Championship, being hosted by State
from November 13 to 21, informs a press release.
Reviewing preparations for the upcoming kidney
transplantation, the secretary stressed the need for procurement of essential
consumables and advance preparation and coordination among the concerned
medical teams, particularly the Operation Theatre (OT) team.
The
meeting also discussed the appointment of a member secretary for the newly established
State Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation (SOTTO) office at STNM Hospital
to ensure its smooth functioning.
Arrangements
for the visiting kidney transplantation team from RN Tagore International
Institute of Cardiac Sciences, Kolkata, included travel, accommodation,
hospital access and other logistical requirements, were also discussed.
Special
emphasis was laid on preparations for the inauguration of the Level 7 Medical
Intensive Care Unit (MICU) by the Chief Minister on November 16. Bhutia
directed the concerned departments ensure proper coordination and timely
completion of all necessary arrangements.
The
meeting was attended by STNM Hospital medical superintendent and heads of
departments, SOTTO director, Health officials, nursing superintendents and
other staff members.
