In the initial phase, five government medical colleges across Indore, Bhopal, Gwalior, Rewa, and Sagar will receive upgraded super-specialty facilities. These colleges will introduce new departments focusing on advanced medical care, equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure, cutting-edge diagnostic technology, and skilled specialists to improve patient care and reduce reliance on private hospitals.
Focus on Key Healthcare Areas
Deputy Chief Minister Rajendra Shukla led a review meeting with the Public Health and Medical Education Department, where he instructed officials to prepare detailed proposals for enhancing cancer care infrastructure and procuring necessary equipment for Cabinet approval.
The first phase of the CM Care Scheme will focus on expanding three critical areas of healthcare:
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Cardiac Sciences: Setting up cardiothoracic vascular surgery units, along with angiography and angioplasty facilities, to strengthen cardiac care infrastructure.
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Oncology: Establishing comprehensive medical, surgical, and radiation oncology departments to provide holistic cancer treatment under one roof.
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Organ Transplantation: Creating organ transplant centers at selected medical colleges to handle complex, life-saving procedures.
While basic cardiac and oncology services are currently available at these institutions, the CM Care Scheme will expand them into fully equipped super-specialty centers capable of handling advanced medical cases.
Priority on Recruitment, Infrastructure, and Upgrades
The Deputy CM emphasized the importance of submitting proposals for infrastructure and staffing in tandem to avoid administrative delays. He also stressed the urgent need for the recruitment of specialist doctors, nurses, and faculty, as well as upgrades to hostels and other facilities within medical colleges.
Additionally, Shukla directed that the gastroenterology department at Rewa Medical College be established through corporate social responsibility (CSR) funding and that the undergraduate hostel at Sagar Medical College be upgraded immediately.
Principal Secretary Sandeep Yadav, Commissioner Vishesh Garhpale, and Director of Medical Education Dr. Aruna Kumar were present at the review meeting.
Boosting Drug Testing Capacity
In a separate review session, Shukla instructed officials to quadruple the state's drug testing capacity and improve the pharmaceutical quality monitoring system. He also urged them to expedite the recruitment of medical professionals and explore recruitment models from other states to streamline the hiring process and ensure transparency.
State Minister for Public Health and Medical Education, Narendra Shivaji Patel, highlighted that drug testing laboratories are being equipped with modern technology and well-trained staff to ensure the availability of high-quality medicines for the public.
Recruitment of 267 Doctors in Progress
Officials reported that results for the recruitment of 267 doctors and specialists were announced last month. Of these, 243 have completed their counseling, 7 have been posted, and 17 are still under process.
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