Friday, March 15, 2019

NABH accreditation for eye hospital in Tiruchi

TIRUCHI, MARCH 15, 2019 00:00 IST

Joseph Eye Hospital in Tiruchi has been accredited by National Accreditation Board for Hospitals and Healthcare Providers, a constituent board of Quality Council of India.

The eye hospital complied with 305 measurable elements during the rigorous process of accreditation stretching over six months.

The hospital has modernised the operation theatre, established firefighting systems, and trained staff in emerging techniques in management of medical emergencies such as heart attack, response to fire, and child safety.

‘International Patient Safety Goals’ figure among the best practices adopted by the hospital, Akilan Arunkumar, Quality Coordinator, JEH, told media persons on Thursday.

Benefits of NABH accreditation to patients will reflect in high quality care and safety, services by qualified and trained staff, protection of rights, regular evaluation of their satisfaction, transparent communication, and reduced post-surgical infections /complications.

The hospital has maintained zero infection rate for the past four years. Access to the hospital, assessment and continuity of patient care, management of medication, and continuous quality improvement, he added.

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