MRI, CT scanners to be installed in 6 govt hospitals
PESHAWAR: As the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa health department has decided to install MRI and CT scanners in the province’s six government hospitals under the public-private partnership initiative, the Health Foundation has been asked to conduct a feasibility study for the provision of diagnostic services to the people. The Health Foundation will carry out the exercise in line with the codal formalities,…
PESHAWAR - The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa health department has decided to install MRI and CT scanners in six government hospitals as part of a public-private partnership initiative, according to officials. The Health Foundation has been tasked with conducting a feasibility study to determine if the hospitals actually need the machines and to ensure services to patients.
The study will assess local population, infrastructure, and human resources before reporting to advisory and technical committees for consent. The Health Foundation's managing director, Dr. Khizar Hayat, revealed that this marks the second phase of outsourcing diagnostic services, as the foundation previously installed MRI and CT scanners in six government hospitals.
The initiative aims to enhance patient access to advanced diagnostic imaging services through the private sector, reduce referrals, improve clinical decision-making, and minimize out-of-pocket expenses. Dr. Hayat emphasized the high cost of the machines and the need for private partners with experience in diagnostics. The selected private partner will be responsible for design, financing, installation, operation, management, and maintenance of the facilities. The government will monitor the process to ensure uninterrupted and quality services.
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