Lucknow: Two non-PG junior residents (JRs) have resigned from the King George's Medical University (KGMU) trauma centre within weeks of joining, exacerbating the existing doctor shortage at the facility. Officials confirmed that only 22 non-PG JRs are currently working against 47 sanctioned posts, leaving more than half of the positions vacant.
Impact on Patient Care
The 400-bed trauma centre admits approximately 200 patients daily. Upon arrival, patients are initially taken to the 42-bed casualty ward before being transferred to specialised units. During peak hours, patients are often kept on stretchers due to the lack of available beds. The recent recruitment of around 11 non-PG JRs provided some relief, but the resignation of two doctors shortly after joining has once again strained the system.
Reasons for Resignation
Trauma centre chief medical superintendent Prof Prem Raj Singh stated that resignations are routine, as many JRs leave to prepare for postgraduate entrance exams or pursue other career opportunities. He assured that efforts are underway to fill the vacancies, though no specific timeline was provided.
The persistent shortage of junior doctors at KGMU highlights the broader challenges faced by public healthcare institutions in Uttar Pradesh, where high patient loads and limited resources continue to impact service delivery.
