19 cataract patients operated in Kiphire

Cataract patients who were operated along with the Medical officials at District Hospital Kiphire

A free cataract surgery camp conducted at the District Hospital, Kiphire from April 2 to 6 saw a positive response from the people. Altogether 175 OPD patients were treated, 19 cataract blind patients were operated “restoring their sight”, and six minor operations were done. This was stated in a press release issued by the District Medical Officer of Kiphire, Pezanguno Celine Secü

At the camp Dr. W. Punsokiu, Medical Superintendent Kiphire stated that the District Hospital though upcoming, has all the basic requisite facilities like any other district hospitals to provide service to the public. “In fact performance wise, it is no less than other districts. It is functioning and providing 24 x 7 services with all the resources it has to the public,” Dr. Punsokiu said. “For public consumption, it may also be mentioned that with upgradation of the hospital coming up, people can expect better quality of services for which public support and co-operation is essential.”

He further added that one should be grateful to the department for “having concern for this remote district” and not always give pessimistic opinion.
The program was organized by the District Health Society for Control of Blindness (NPCB) and was led by team leader Dr. Imnapokim (Eye Surgeon), Sentimongla GNM, Ayula ANM, Lelhou Iralu Opth. Asst, Temsuwapang (Driver).

The Medical Superintendent and staff of District Hospital Kiphire extended their heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Imnapokim (Eye Surgeon) and his team and the Department of Health and Family Welfare for conducting the camp.