HFH supply shortages trigger departmental scrutiny

The department has also expressed concern over alleged poor planning and mismanagement, warning that departmental action could be initiated against the MS if his response is found unsatisfactory.The reported shortage has caused difficulties for patients, with complaints that underprivileged people are being forced to purchase expensive medicines and undergo costly tests outside the hospital.Dr Butt, however, has denied responsibility for the shortage, maintaining that the timely completion of the tendering….

A decision on further action will be taken after the MS submits his response.Meanwhile, suppliers of medicines and medical equipment are reportedly owed Rs2.17 billion in outstanding payments by the hospital for supplies made over the past two years.

HFH supply shortages trigger departmental scrutiny Jamil Mirza | Updated 6 hours ago | Suppliers owed Rs2.17b; patients reportedly forced to buy medicines from outside hospital.

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