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RML’s 666-bed super speciality block gets fire safety clearance, set to boost critical care
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What Happened?
The 666-bed super speciality block at Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital has received fire safety clearance, moving closer to operational status. This facility will enhance critical care capacity.
Key points
- The facility is part of a Rs 482-crore investment.
- It will add 666 beds to the existing 1,538, totaling 2,204 beds.
- The block includes 18 operation theatres and 99 ICU beds.
- It will enhance treatment in oncology, oncosurgery, and liver transplantation.
- The timeline for operational status has not been specified.
Key insights
- The expansion may lead to reduced waiting times for critical care services.
- Increased capacity could attract more patients from surrounding regions.
- The facility's advanced technology may enhance treatment outcomes in complex cases.
Why it matters
The new block could significantly improve access to specialized medical care for patients in Delhi and neighboring states.
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Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital· OrganizationDelhi· City
Source
Times of India
