PAÜ Hospitals Statement on Disaster Preparedness and Safe Healthcare Services
Osman Dirmilli, Deputy Chief Physician Responsible for Disaster Management at Pamukkale University Hospitals, shared the institution's preparedness efforts on Disaster Risk Reduction Day.
Making statements on the occasion of the International Day for Disaster Reduction, PAÜ Hospitals Deputy Chief Physician Responsible for Disaster Management Osman Dirmilli evaluated the hospitals' preparedness studies for disasters and emergencies, and the activities carried out within the scope of the Hospital Disaster Plan (HAP).
Continuity of Healthcare Services Against Disasters
It was stated that hospitals are responsible for maintaining their service delivery capacities in addition to meeting the increased demand for healthcare services during disasters and emergencies. Disaster risk reduction requires a holistic management approach that includes planning, training, implementation, coordination, and continuous improvement processes.
Activities Within the Scope of the Hospital Disaster and Emergency Plan
Various activities are carried out in PAÜ Hospitals in line with the Hospital Disaster and Emergency Plan. Risk assessment, determination of duties and responsibilities, organization of response teams, and effective use of available resources constitute the fundamental elements of the preparations.
Strengthening Disaster Awareness Through Training and Drills
It was stated that employees' disaster awareness is increased through conducted training and drills. The drills aim to reinforce duties and responsibilities and evaluate the applicability of emergency procedures.
Comprehensive Risk Analysis and Improvement Activities
Preparations for fire, earthquake, evacuation, and other potential emergency scenarios improve response processes. Activities within the scope of HAP encompass risk analysis, mitigation, personnel and patient safety, and the protection of critical units.