Hospitals gear up for patients with burn injuries
The Hindu
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Patients with burn injuries have already started going to the Sarojini Devi Eye Hospital. Since Monday, doctors at the hospital have attended at least five cases, including a six-year-old child who suffered from serious eye injuries.
Superintendent of the government eye hospital Dr. V. Rajalingam said that they have posted five additional doctors on duty from Wednesday to Friday. Usually, one medical officer and two post-graduates (junior doctors) are available.
“From Wednesday, two medical officers, four PGs, and two senior resident doctors will be on duty. And retina and cornea specialists will be available on call. Medicines needed to treat eye injuries are procured already,” said Dr. Rajalingam.
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