Doctors in Madhya Pradesh demand medically trained hospital administrators
A group of doctors in Madhya Pradesh has called for changes in how hospital administrators are chosen. The Junior Doctors’ United Association (JUDA) wants medically trained specialists to lead government hospitals, arguing they bring essential expertise to the role. Their demand was formally sent to Deputy Chief Minister Rajendra Shukla in a recent letter.
The push for reform comes from JUDA, which insists that doctors with MBBS degrees or specialisations in Community Medicine and Public Health should be prioritised for administrative positions. They claim these professionals have a deeper grasp of health policies, patient safety, and epidemic control than non-medical candidates.
Dr. Satish Sharma, a key figure in the association, led the effort to present the demand. The letter urges the state government to issue clear guidelines ensuring only qualified medical practitioners fill these roles. According to JUDA, such a move would also improve quality control and human resource management in public healthcare facilities.
The association’s request now rests with Deputy Chief Minister Rajendra Shukla. If approved, the policy shift would mean hospital administrators in Madhya Pradesh must have medical training. The decision could reshape how healthcare leadership is structured across the state’s government-run institutions.
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