The Outpatient Department (OPD) at a Government Medical College provides comprehensive diagnostic, preventive, and therapeutic services to patients who do not require hospitalization. It includes consultations from various medical and surgical specialties such as General Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, Orthopedics, Obstetrics & Gynecology, ENT, Dermatology, Psychiatry, and more.
Key features:
- Registration Desk for new and follow-up patients.
- Specialist Clinics: Daily & weekly specialty clinics.
- Diagnostic Services: Lab tests, X-ray, ECG, Ultrasound, etc.
- Pharmacy: Dispensation of free or subsidized medicines.
- Timings: Usually open on weekdays (morning hours), with emergency services available 24/7.
These OPD services aim to deliver accessible, affordable, and quality healthcare to the public.
The In-Patient Department (IPD) at a Government Medical College provides medical care to patients who require hospital admission for continuous monitoring, treatment, or surgical intervention.
Key Features:
- Admission on doctor’s recommendation.
- Separate Wards by Specialty: Dedicated wards for General Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Pediatrics, Orthopedics, Dermatology, Psychiatry, etc.
- 24/7 monitoring by doctors, nurses & paramedics.
- Operation Theaters: Equipped with modern surgical instruments for various procedures.
- Diagnostic & Support Services: Includes Lab Tests, Imaging (X-ray, CT, MRI), ICU, NICU, etc.
- Medicines & Diet: Free or subsidized medicines and appropriate hospital diet are provided to patients.
- Discharge & Follow-up: After recovery, patients are discharged with proper instructions and follow-up advice in OPD.
Purpose:
To provide round-the-clock, specialized inpatient care for patients needing prolonged observation, surgical care, or treatment of serious medical conditions.
The 24-Hour Emergency Services at a Government Medical College operate round-the-clock (24x7) to provide immediate medical care for all types of emergencies, ensuring no delay in treatment regardless of time or day.
Key Features:
- 24x7 Availability: Emergency department remains open all day and night, including weekends and holidays.
- Immediate Response: Patients are assessed and prioritized based on the severity of their condition.
- Trained Emergency Team: Skilled doctors, nurses, and paramedics are always available to provide emergency care.
- Advanced Life Support: Facilities include oxygen, defibrillators, ventilators, emergency medicines, and ICU backup.
- Multi-Specialty Support: Quick access to specialists (Medicine, Surgery, Orthopedics, Obstetrics, Pediatrics, etc.) for critical interventions.
- Emergency Diagnostics: On-the-spot access to lab tests, X-rays, ECG, Ultrasound, and other essential investigations.
- Ambulance Services: Equipped ambulances available for patient transport and referrals when needed.
- Admission & Referral: Patients are stabilized and either admitted to IPD or referred to higher centers if required.
