SRINAGAR, APRIL 11, CNS : The Principal SKIMS Bemina
(JVC) Dr. Reyaz A. Untoo on Saturday commissioned oxygen concentration
plant with a capacity of 750Lpm to provide better care for COVID-19
patients in the hospital.
At present, 31 COVID-19 positive patients are receiving treatment in the hospital.Speaking
on the occasion, the Principal said that the work on the plant which
has a standby compressor and dryer, was expedited for the better
functioning of the designated Covid hospital at SKIMS, Bemina.Besides,
the Principal said that the plant can run 6 to 10 more ventilators over
and above the existing four.
He stated that it will also help in increasing the bed strength from existing 20 to 80 to 174.The
Principal appreciated the efforts of Engineering Wing and Coordinator
SKIMS Medical College in upgrading the infrastructural facilities
required to upgrade SKIMS Bemina into a full-fledged COVID-19 hospital.
He
complimented doctor, nurses, paramedical and other supportive staff for
putting their best efforts in the management of COVID-19 patients.
Besides
thanking Director SKIMS for providing necessary support, the Principal
also thanked district administration, Srinagar for providing comfortable
accommodation and other assistance.( CNS)