Chandigarh: In a significant move to strengthen healthcare services, the Punjab Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, has approved the empanelment of 300 specialist doctors across 12 key medical categories. The decision was taken during a cabinet meeting held on Friday in Chandigarh.
The initiative aims to provide high-quality secondary healthcare to citizens across the state, ensuring timely access to expert medical care. A spokesperson from the Chief Minister’s office confirmed that the cabinet also approved Rule 28A under the Punjab Co-operative Societies Rules, 1963, establishing a uniform disciplinary and appellate framework for co-operative institutions.
Specialists to Cover Key Medical Fields
The 12 specialist categories include:
- Medicine
- Pediatrics
- Psychiatry
- Dermatology
- Chest & TB
- Surgery
- Gynecology
- Orthopedics
- Ophthalmology
- ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat)
- Anesthesiology
This panel of 300 specialists will enhance the availability of expert medical care throughout Punjab, benefiting patients in both urban and rural areas.
Focus on Better Healthcare
Chief Minister Mann emphasized that the empanelment of specialist doctors is part of the state government’s commitment to improving healthcare infrastructure and ensuring that citizens have access to reliable, quality medical services. The move is expected to significantly strengthen secondary healthcare facilities across the state.
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