The pediatrics ward now has 54 beds apart from five beds in the intensive care unit
Over 100 patients arrive at the outpatient wing of the pediatrics department every day. (Photo: DC/File)
Chennai: The Government Royapettah Hospital will soon get a new two-floor building for pediatrics, according to medical superintendent in-charge Dr S. Mayilvahanan. He said that the Royapettah government hospital has received the orders and funds for Rs 2 crore in January to construct the pediatrics block at the old hospital building.
The pediatrics ward now has 54 beds apart from five beds in the intensive care unit (ICU). Besides this, over 100 patients arrive at the outpatient wing of the pediatrics department every day.
“Treatment is given for all complaints ranging from minor injuries and fever to major problems, in the ward,” he said and added that the ward currently functions in the new building.
The new pediatrics block at the Royapettah hospital would come up near the heritage building with a total built up area of 8,000 square feet at the old venue. In the new pediatrics block, 10 beds out of the current 54 would be allotted to newborns, Dr Mayilvahanan informed and added that beds in the ICU will also be increased to 10.
( Source : dc correspondent )
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