Health Minister inaugurates new block, cath lab at GMC Anantnag

Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo, inaugurated Catheterization Laboratory (Cath-Lab) and newly constructed Block-A of Mirza Mohammad Afzal Beigh Memorial (MMABM) Associated Hospital, GMC Anantnag.

Speaking on the occasion, the Minister said this significant development marks a new era in the healthcare services across South Kashmir, as GMC Anantnag becomes first among newly established medical colleges to get its dedicated Cath-Lab. “With inauguration of Cath-Lab, people of South Kashmir will get the best possible medical care services close to their doorsteps, especially in terms of cardiac care,” she stated.

The Minister highlighted that Omar Abdullah led government is committed to provide world class healthcare facilities to the public near their doorsteps. “The government is determined to establish world class medical infrastructure in J&K besides removing certain shortcomings in the health sector,” Sakeena maintained.

She acknowledged that there is shortage of manpower, assuring that these shortcomings will be addressed soon. She also appreciated the administration and staff of GMC Anantnag and its associated hospital for providing best healthcare services to people of South Kashmir.

On the occasion, Principal and Dean of GMC Anantnag, Dr Rukhsana Najeeb, highlighted the work done and achievements of GMC Anantnag.

Pertinently, with the inauguration of the Cath-Lab, people of South Kashmir as well as Pir Panjal region will have a sigh of relief as they will get the best cardiac healthcare services in their vicinity.