Ludhiana: Punjabi Headlines (Harminder Singh Kitty) – To further strengthen medical education in Punjab, a new medical college with 50 MBBS seats is being established at ESIC Model Hospital, Ludhiana. This medical college will function under the Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), which operates under the Ministry of Labour and Employment.
Dr. Inder Pawar has officially taken charge as the Dean of this newly established medical college. Previously, Dr. Pawar served as Professor and Head of the Orthopedics Department at ESIC Medical College, Alwar (Rajasthan). He has also worked as a Professor at ESIC PGIMSR, Basai Darapur (New Delhi)He has done his MS in Orthopaedics from Christian Medical College (CMC&Hospital) Ludhiana.
Speaking about the new medical college, Dr. Inder Pawar stated that it will provide a great opportunity for medical students in Punjab. He assured that the institution will be equipped with modern medical infrastructure, experienced faculty, and excellent hospital facilities.
This medical college aims to train a new generation of doctors while also offering high-quality medical treatment at the hospital, ensuring that ESIC beneficiaries receive the best healthcare services.
ESIC Model Hospital, Ludhiana, has been on the path of several significant developments recently. First, the renovation work of the hospital’s Intensive Care Unit (ICU) has been completed at a cost of ₹73.03 lakh, which will provide better facilities to critically ill patients.
In addition, a plan to increase the hospital’s bed capacity from 300 to 500 is also being considered, which will enable better healthcare services to about 12 lakh employees of Ludhiana and surrounding areas.
In November 2024, the hospital had issued a recruitment notification for 59 posts including Super Specialist, Specialist, Dental Surgeon and Senior Resident, which will help in meeting the staff shortage and providing better services to patients.
These developments are part of the hospital’s efforts to upgrade its services and improve access to healthcare services.
For more information:
ESIC Model Hospital, Ludhiana
Official Website: https://ludhianahospital.esic.gov.in
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