Out Patient Department OPD
In the Outpatient Department, every year, more than 20,000 new patients are registered and categorised according to their paying capacity. Out of this number, almost 70 percent are treated free of charge, and the rest are treated at highly concessional rates. The facilities in this department are dedicated to providing compassionate and high-quality medical care and diagnosis to approximately 300 patients in need of orthopaedic treatment daily. The services include emergency or observation services, or outpatient clinic services, including same-day surgery, X-rays, and other radiology services.
Reception and Registration Section
This is the first place where all patients report on arrival and get themselves registered on payment of Rs.50.
Assessment Section (Socio-Economic Condition)
The department is managed by two qualified and experienced Social Welfare Officers (SWOs).
After registration, all patients come to this section for assessment of their socio-economic status so as to determine their paying capacity. Based on their circumstances the patient may be placed anywhere in one of the five categories A to E. A minimum of 20 percent of the patients are placed in E Category, who are treated totally free. While those in Category D and C enjoy concessions of 75 percent and 50 percent, respectively.
Assistance Fund
The sub-committee unanimously approved that medicines will be provided at substantially subsidized rates to deserving patients.
However, the most needy patients are provided medicine free of cost as determined by the SWO.
Counselling and Guidance
The sub-committee unanimously approved that medicines will be provided at substantially subsidized rates to deserving patients.
However, the most needy patients are provided medicine free of cost as determined by the SWO.
STUDENT TRAINING
Each year, the University of Punjab, Lahore College for Women, and Government Islamia College for Women, Cooper Road Lahore send their students from the Social Work department to PSRD for fieldwork training. SWOs provide training, particularly in case-studies, to enhance their practical skills. Additionally, final-year students from the PSRD College receive lectures, further enriching their educational experience.
Home Visits
Sometimes, it becomes necessary to visit the homes of patients to assess their socio-economic status. SWOs undertake these visits to validate and gather accurate information about the patients.
OPD CLINIC
Patients visiting the OPD undergo comprehensive examinations conducted by our skilled doctors, receiving appropriate treatment based on their individual needs. Many patients have been successfully treated through our dedicated efforts. For those requiring specialized care, timely referrals are made to the respective departments for further attention.
