The status of a doctor is one of the highest and most esteemed in the world. Some doctors are exceptionally kind-hearted and God-fearing. It is thanks to doctors that many patients receive healing. Recently, during the COVID-19 pandemic, doctors played a critical role in saving countless lives. Their service cannot be denied. In that dire situation, doctors demonstrated their services even further, saving lives while some even sacrificed their own. Society should always remember and respect their services, as this is a profession that treats our illnesses and gives us a new lease on life. Therefore, we should value and respect doctors.
Unfortunately, some doctors do not treat their patients well and have private clinics for their personal gain, often neglecting their duties in government hospitals. Even when these doctors do work in public hospitals, their treatment of patients is not up to the standard of their private practices. Doctors working in government hospitals should change their behavior. Having a private clinic is not necessarily wrong, but their primary responsibility should be to serve diligently in public hospitals and earn their salary honorably, treating patients with respect. Only then can they be considered honest and excellent doctors.
Moreover, hospital staff often do not treat patients well, whether they are security personnel or lower-level staff. It is the duty of the staff to care for patients and treat them with respect, rather than mistreating the elderly. It is shameful for our society if hospital staff do not treat patients well, as hospitals are sacred places where people come with broken hearts, seeking hope. Staff members need to respect patients to maintain their dignity.
Another significant issue in hospitals is favoritism. Those with connections receive preferential treatment, which is a grave injustice. Those without connections may have to wait for extended periods, while those with connections are prioritized. This practice must end. If there is suspicion of favoritism, complaints should be lodged immediately to end this practice and ensure fairness and honesty.
When a poor patient needs an ambulance, it is often delayed, forcing them to find other means of transportation, which may ost lives. In mountainous areas, where roads are poor and public transport is inadequate, special attention must be given to improving roads and providing better transport options so that patients can reach hospitals timely. Additionally, hospitals should have more ambulances to handle the high number of patients.
Hospitals should maintain discipline and prevent fighting and shouting, as this distress can further harm patients. Ensuring a peaceful environment in hospitals is crucial for patient care.
During surgeries, doctors must not let their hands tremble or become emotional. They should strive to be emotionally detached to avoid mistakes and ensure successful operations.
Patients sometimes complain that doctors prescribe expensive medicines, which impoverished patients cannot afford. Doctors should prescribe reasonably priced medications and avoid taking commissions from pharmacies, which is unethical. Instead, doctors should prescribe the best medications for the patient’s benefit, and in doing so, they will earn both rewards and the gratitude of their patients.
In district hospitals, if a person with severe bleeding arrives, they should receive immediate treatment rather than having to wait for formalities. The focus should be on saving lives first, and other responsibilities can follow.
Empathy from doctors and sensitivity towards patients are essential. This approach will significantly contribute to soothing patients' frazzled nerves and build a strong relationship between doctors and patients. I urge the government to improve roads for timely access to hospitals and request all doctors and hospital staff to treat patients with care and respect. In doing so, they will receive respect and prayers in return.
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