Karnataka-registered doctors may be allowed to practise in Kasaragod
Health Minister K. Muraleedharan said the state government has suggested that doctors from the Karnataka Medical Council be permitted to work in the district.
Health Minister K. Muraleedharan stated that the Kerala government has recommended allowing doctors registered with the Karnataka Medical Council to practice in Kasaragod. Speaking at the inauguration of the ‘Kayakalpam’ public outreach programme, the Minister noted that the recommendation considers the special circumstances of the district.
According to The Hindu, the State Medical Council is expected to reach a favourable decision on this proposal shortly. The Minister also mentioned that additional posts have been requested to ensure government hospitals have enough doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and laboratory technicians.
The Minister said the extension of National Health Mission employees' tenures in Kasaragod until March 31 shows the government's commitment to the area. He also said he would instruct authorities to hold a meeting of the Endosulfan cell soon.
Regarding infrastructure, the government has proposed Periye in Kasaragod as one of four locations for a new All India Institute of Medical Sciences. Instructions have been issued to provide hostel facilities at the Kasaragod Medical College within two months, with nursing student hostel construction starting in three months.
The Minister added that a forensic surgeon's services will be ensured at the Kanhangad district hospital. Additionally, a new building for the District Medical Office will be built at a cost of ₹4.8 crore.