The Punjab Cabinet has approved a plan to empanel 300 specialist doctors across the state’s government health facilities, a move aimed at strengthening medical services and addressing persistent shortages of trained specialists in public hospitals.
The empanelment will enable hospitals to engage these specialists to provide outpatient (OPD), inpatient (IPD), emergency, and surgical services in locations where permanent specialist positions remain vacant. The decision covers multiple key medical specialties, ensuring that critical areas of healthcare receive additional support and expertise.
The initiative is intended to improve access to advanced medical care for patients across districts and enhance the capacity of government hospitals to manage growing patient loads. By integrating empanelled specialists into hospital workflows, the state government aims to ensure continuity of specialist care while long-term recruitment and infrastructure improvements continue.
The empanelment process will be implemented under the supervision of district-level health authorities, allowing flexibility to deploy specialists according to local needs. This approach is part of broader efforts by the Punjab government to enhance healthcare delivery, optimize resources, and strengthen the quality of public health services throughout the state.
The Cabinet’s approval reflects an ongoing commitment to improving medical care infrastructure, particularly in underserved areas where access to specialized treatment has historically been limited.
The move is expected to have a significant impact on patient care by expanding the availability of skilled medical professionals in government hospitals.
