Sirsa IMA prepares for emergency care, offers free treatment in disasters
The Indian Medical Association (IMA), Sirsa, has announced a plan to help people in case of any disaster or emergency. Inspired by the bravery of the Indian Army in ‘Operation Sindoor’, the IMA members have pledged to offer free medical treatment to the injured during any disaster.
Dr Ved Bainiwal, the state patron of the IMA, shared the information during a press meet on Thursday. He said the IMA had always stood at the front whenever the country faced trouble, be it a natural disaster, a pandemic, or a war. During the COVID-19 pandemic, when there was a shortage of blood, Sirsa IMA organised blood donation camps and saved many lives.
Looking at the current situation, Sirsa IMA held an emergency meeting and decided to be fully prepared. A coordination committee of four doctors Dr GK Aggarwal, Dr SP Sharma, Dr Ashish Khurana, and Dr Viresh Bhushan has been formed to work closely with the district administration.
The first base hospital for treatment will be Sanjeevani Hospital, and more hospitals will be used if needed. A detailed plan has already been made with the help of the district administration. The doctors are ready to follow any orders from the government immediately.
Dr Viresh Bhushan also explained safety tips to follow during disasters. The IMA will soon organise a mock drill to teach people how to give first aid in emergencies.
Dr Gaurav Mehta, IMA district president, urged the public not to spread or believe in false information during emergencies. He advised everyone to share only confirmed news so that panic and fear did not spread in the community.
