“Management is doing things right; leadership is doing the right things.” – Peter Drucker.
Facilities Management is crucial to healthcare organisations. Healthcare Facilities Management comprises of construction of new facilities, renovation and maintenance of existing infrastructure, procurement, installation and maintenance of medical equipment and supplies, ensuring safety of the premises, clean and safe environment, infection prevention and control activities, obtaining necessary certifications and achieving statutory compliances.
High-quality healthcare can be achieved with sound infrastructure, efficient manpower, and reliable medical technology. Accurate diagnosis and timely intervention are possible only through innovative products and efficient utilization of medical technology. Mr. Deepak Agarkhed, Associate Vice President, Sakra World Hospital, Bangalore, delivered a day-long session for the PGDM in Healthcare Management students on medical equipment management process, management and utilization of medical technology, planning and designing operation theatre infrastructure, and management of engineering services and medical gas systems.
