Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, May 12: International Nurses Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm and fervour at Government Medical College (GMC) Jammu. The programme commenced with the traditional lamp lighting ceremony symbolizing compassion, dedication, and the noble spirit of the nursing profession.
The event was graced by Dr Ashutosh Gupta, Principal and Dean, GMC & Associated Hospitals Jammu as the chief guest and Dr Shelly Mahajan as the guest of honour. Other dignitaries present on the occasion included Deep Raj (Adminstrator GMC and AHJ) Abdul Jabbar (Personnel officer), Dr Virender Trisal (Medical Superintendent, GMCH), Dr Shaista Ganai (Deputy MS GMC), Dr Rehana Khurshid (MS SSH), faculty members, matrons from GMC &AHJ and other staff.
On the occasion, Matron GMCH Jammu was specially honoured with a crown in recognition of her dedicated and selfless services towards the nursing profession and patient care. Various cultural programmes and performances were presented by GMC staff and students, adding colour and enthusiasm to the celebration.
Mementos and appreciation certificates were distributed to recognize the dedication, commitment, and invaluable contribution of nurses towards strengthening healthcare services.
While addressing the gathering, Dr Ashutosh Gupta stated that nurses act as a vital bridge between doctors and patients, ensuring proper care and attention to every aspect of a patient’s well-being during their stay in the hospital, including administration of medicines, coordination of investigations, emotional support, and overall patient management.
He acknowledged the indispensable role played by nurses in the healthcare system. He further emphasized the need for developing specialized nursing groups for various facilities and departments such as oncology, cardiology, critical care, neurology, neurosurgery, and other specialized units in order to further strengthen patient care services.
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