In a major recognition of its healthcare standards, the Sub District Hospital in Chicalim has been awarded the National Quality Assurance Standards (NQAS) certification by the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, scoring an impressive 95.71%.
The NQAS certification is a prestigious benchmark that evaluates public health facilities across India on various parameters including service delivery, patient safety, infection control, and overall hospital management. Achieving this certification reflects consistent adherence to high-quality standards in healthcare delivery.
Hospital authorities and staff have welcomed the recognition, calling it a result of dedicated teamwork and commitment to patient care. The hospital’s performance was assessed through a rigorous external evaluation conducted by a team of certified assessors from the Ministry.
Officials from the Directorate of Health Services congratulated the Chicalim hospital team, stating that the award not only boosts morale but also sets a benchmark for other healthcare institutions in the state to follow.
The certification is valid for three years and paves the way for the hospital to receive additional support and resources to further improve healthcare services.