In a significant achievement for the Dimapur District Health Department, two Urban Primary Health Centres (UPHCs), Burma Camp and Duncan Bosti, have successfully earned the National Quality Assurance Standards (NQAS) certification for the second time on June 2. This remarkable feat underscores the dedication and hard work of the healthcare staff, medical officers, Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs), Hospital Management Committee (HCMC) members, and other stakeholders.
The assessments were conducted by external assessors, Dr. Utkrasht Prajapati and Dr. Bimlesh Kumar for UPHC Burma Camp on June 2 & 3 and Dr. Cecil Ahongshangbam and Stephanie P for UPHC Duncan Bosti on June 9 and10. Both facilities demonstrated exceptional commitment to quality healthcare services, meeting the stringent standards set by the NQAS.
According to a press release issued by the office of the Chief Medical Officer Dimapur, these accomplishments are a testament to the team’s unwavering dedication of all the staffs under UPHCs, Medical Officers, ASHAs, HCMC members, and continuous hand-holding support from the Chief Medical Officer (CMO), Dr. T Temsu Longkumer, State NQAS team, District Vertical Programme Officers, NUHM Dimapur Consultant, and District Quality Manager (DQM) Dimapur.
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The NQAS certification is a significant milestone, as it ensures that healthcare facilities adhere to national standards for quality, safety, and patient satisfaction. This certification is a huge accomplishment because it not only enhances the credibility of the healthcare facilities but also assures patients of the quality of care they receive.
External Assessors with UPHC Burma Camp Staffs and CMO Dimapur and his officials
As recognition of their achievements, the certified UPHCs would receive citations and monetary incentives for the next three years. This accomplishment serves as a motivation for other health units in the district to strive for NQAS certification.
Meanwhile, the Dimapur District Health Department has congratulated UPHC Burma Camp and UPHC Duncan on this outstanding achievement and encouraged other healthcare facilities to follow suit.
By pursuing NQAS certification, healthcare units can demonstrate their commitment to delivering high-quality services, ultimately improving the health and well-being of the community, the release stated.
