New Delhi [India]: In a landmark development, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen the medical training and capabilities of Coast Guard medical officers.
The MoU emphasizes specialized training in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) based on Indian guidelines, ensuring Coast Guard personnel are equipped with critical life-saving skills to address medical emergencies in challenging operational environments, according to a statement released by AIIMS on Tuesday.
Details of the MoU Signing
The agreement was signed by Surgeon Commodore Sanjay Dutta, representing the Indian Coast Guard, and Dr. Shailendra Kumar, Coordinator of the Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training Center (CRTC) at AIIMS.
The signing ceremony, held at AIIMS New Delhi, was graced by notable dignitaries, including:
- Prof. M Srinivas, Director of AIIMS New Delhi.
- Inspector General Jyotindra Singh, Indian Coast Guard.
- Surg Cmde Divya Gautam, VSM.
- Prof. Ganga Prasad, Head of Anaesthesiology, Pain Medicine, and Critical Care, AIIMS.
- Prof. Rakesh Garg, Scientific Director, Indian Resuscitation Council Framework (IRCF).
- Dr. Amit Kumar, Assistant Professor, Anaesthesiology, Pain Medicine, and Critical Care, AIIMS.
Senior officials from both AIIMS and the Indian Coast Guard also attended the ceremony, reflecting the importance of this collaboration.
Goals of the Collaboration
The partnership aims to bolster the Coast Guard’s medical readiness through structured and advanced training modules, ensuring personnel are adept at handling critical medical scenarios.
- Emergency Care at Sea: The training will focus on managing medical emergencies in operationally demanding environments, particularly at sea.
- Life-Saving Skills: Coast Guard medical officers will receive specialized training in CPR to enhance their capabilities in critical situations.
Key Statements
- Surgeon Commodore Sanjay Dutta highlighted the importance of the initiative, stating it would significantly enhance the emergency care capabilities of Coast Guard personnel, ensuring they can respond effectively to medical crises at sea.
- Dr. Shailendra Kumar reaffirmed AIIMS New Delhi’s commitment to excellence in healthcare training and its mission to equip professionals with the skills necessary to save lives.
A Milestone in Medical Preparedness
This partnership represents a shared commitment between AIIMS and the Indian Coast Guard to safeguard lives through enhanced medical preparedness and collaborative training. By combining AIIMS’s expertise in advanced medical education with the Coast Guard’s operational needs, this initiative marks a significant step in improving healthcare outcomes for maritime operations.