Dr Shwetha (right), from Railways gives details about the new health clinic opened for the convenience of commuters at the Mangaluru Central railway station in association with Yenepoya Medical College, on Thursday
Speaking after inaugurating the clinic, which was set up in association with the Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), Dakshina Kannada MP Capt Brijesh Chowta said that the Emergency Medical Room at the railway station aligns with the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to make healthcare accessible to all. Yenepoya Abdulla Kunhi, vice-chancellor, Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), said that a dedicated health team will provide round-the-clock service at the clinic. “In the coming days, when the time comes to upgrade this facility further, we are ready to upgrade it as well,” he added. Join conversation Share your thoughts in the comments Be respectful · TOI community guidelines Mangaluru City South MLA D Vedavyas Kamath said that if railway passengers face any health issues, they can immediately call the railway station management at either the Mangaluru Central or Mangaluru Junction stations. Indian Railways and the private hospital have joined hands to make this happen, the MLA said.
“With the goal of making healthcare accessible, affordable, and quality-driven, our local educational institutions, especially medical colleges, must think together and work towards a comprehensive approach. With that vision in mind, Yenepoya (Deemed to be University) has taken a major step forward. Immediately, the staff of Yenepoya Care will arrange for an ambulance or whatever other service is required through the hospital. The kiosk can save lives by ensuring necessary treatment 24×7 through trained nursing staff.
Mangaluru: The new health kiosk, Yenepoya Care, was opened at the Mangaluru Central railway station on Thursday. The public should benefit from this, and at the same time, all educational institutions and universities come together to create a model for providing accessible, affordable, and quality healthcare in line with the Prime Minister’s vision,” he said, adding that a similar kiosk will also be opened at Mangaluru Junction railway station on Friday.
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