The ongoing strike by resident doctors at Byramjee Jeejeebhoy (BJ) Government Medical College in Pune has entered its fourth day, and now Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) students have also joined in. This strike has had a significant impact on patient care at Sassoon General Hospital, with a noticeable decrease in both outpatient visits and surgeries.
The strike was sparked by the recent tragic incident of a female resident doctor being raped and murdered at a medical college in Kolkata. In response, resident doctors across the country have called for a strike to address safety concerns. Resident doctors from BJ Government Medical College and private medical colleges in Pune have participated in the strike, resulting in a severe impact on patient care at all affiliated hospitals.
Sassoon Hospital, which has 566 resident doctors, has seen 180 doctors working in essential services while the rest are on strike. Additionally, 250 MBBS students have also joined the strike, further exacerbating the situation. This has led to a decrease in the number of surgeries performed and outpatient visits at the hospital.
The strike has also affected patient care at BJ Medical College, with the college administration relying on teachers to maintain services, causing a disruption in academic activities. Despite the challenges, essential services and surgeries are still being carried out smoothly, according to Dr. Eknath Pawar, the Dean of BJ Medical College.
Overall, the strike by resident doctors and MBBS students has had a significant impact on patient care at Sassoon Hospital and other affiliated hospitals in Pune. The situation remains fluid as both sides continue to negotiate for a resolution.
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