Key Takeaways
- Federal Health Minister Syed Mustafa Kamal inspected PIMS Cardiac Centre in Islamabad.
- Minister expressed concern over the condition of private rooms, warning of potential safety risks.
- He directed daily monitoring of repair work and removal of inefficient staff.
Federal Health Minister Syed Mustafa Kamal has demanded immediate action to address the poor maintenance conditions at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) Cardiac Centre in Islamabad. During his visit on Friday, the minister inspected several facilities, including the electrophysiology catheterization laboratory.
Kamal’s inspection took place amid reports of deteriorating conditions within the private rooms of the cardiac centre. The minister, visibly upset, pointed to a damaged wall, questioning why staff were only painting it instead of addressing the underlying structural issues. He warned that such negligence could lead to a serious safety risk, emphasizing that the wall could collapse.
In a stern directive, the minister told the executive director of PIMS, Dr Salman, to ensure daily monitoring of repair work in the hospital. He stressed that anyone failing to perform their duties should be removed from their posts, and competent and efficient staff should be appointed in their place.
During his visit, Kamal also spoke to patients about the difficulties they were facing and the services being provided. He highlighted the importance of maintaining high standards of care and safety in healthcare facilities, especially those dealing with critical medical procedures.
The minister’s visit comes at a time when the PIMS Cardiac Centre has been facing scrutiny over its maintenance and operational standards. His directive underscores the government’s commitment to ensuring that such issues are addressed promptly and effectively.
Kamal’s actions reflect a broader effort by the federal health ministry to improve the overall condition of public and private healthcare facilities in Pakistan. The minister’s emphasis on immediate action and accountability is expected to set a precedent for other institutions to follow.
The health minister’s visit and subsequent directives are seen as a response to growing concerns among the public and healthcare professionals about the state of infrastructure and maintenance in PIMS and other major hospitals across the country.
