CDA asked to provide staff to run hospital of new prison in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: The administration of Federal Prison Islamabad has sought medical staff from the Capital Development Authority (CDA) to operate and manage a 35-bed hospital for inmates. Officials familiar with the matter told Dawn that, in response to the request, a team of 33 medical professionals working at CDA Hospital had been selected for deployment at the prison hospital. A director stationed at…
The Federal Prison Islamabad administration has requested the Capital Development Authority (CDA) to provide medical staff to manage a 35-bed hospital for inmates. After responding to this request, a team of 33 medical professionals from CDA Hospital was selected for deployment at the prison hospital. A prison hospital director is also being considered for supervising the facility, currently visiting hospitals in Italy to review their systems.
On October 22, a meeting between prison and CDA representatives was held to discuss strengthening healthcare services for inmates. During this meeting, the prison administration requested the CDA to strengthen medical services and ensure the availability of trained staff. The senior-most doctor has been designated as chief medical officer (CMO), with all technicians and paramedical staff reporting to them.
The CMO/medical superintendent would report directly to the SSP Prisons Islamabad. It was decided that a complete list of doctors, including their contact numbers, would be provided to the SSP Prisons and each doctor issued a nameplate. Continuous professional training is necessary to keep doctors updated on current medical practices and prison healthcare needs.
Regular training sessions and refresher courses would be arranged, while the CMO prepares a training plan for approval. Standard operating procedures (SOPs) would be created to ensure uniform functioning of medical staff, covering duty hours, emergency responses, medical examinations, referrals, and record-keeping. The hospital pharmacy must remain operational 24/7, with the CMO preparing a duty roster to ensure qualified pharmacy staff are available on every shift.
Essential medicines will always be in stock, and any shortages will be reported to the SSP Prisons. Additionally, a telemedicine facility will be established, allowing inmates to consult specialists without the risks of transportation. A dedicated room equipped with the necessary technology and internet connection will facilitate remote consultations with specialists at CDA Hospital and other hospitals.
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