SAHIWAL (January 15, 2026): The Commissioner of Sahiwal Division, Dr. Asif Tufail, conducted an early morning inspection of the Sahiwal Teaching Hospital today to review the quality of healthcare services and administrative performance.
Service to Humanity
During the visit, the Commissioner met with the doctors and on-duty medical staff. Emphasizing the sanctity of the medical profession, Dr. Tufail stated:
“Medicine is a noble profession. It is the fundamental duty of every doctor to serve humanity with dedication and perform their duties to the best of their abilities.”
Commitment to Free Healthcare
A key focus of the visit was the availability of essential resources. The Commissioner issued strict directives to the hospital management to ensure a 100% transparent process for providing free medicines to all patients. He maintained that no patient should be deprived of treatment facilities due to a lack of resources or administrative hurdles.
Focus on Hygiene and Environment
Taking notice of the sanitary conditions, Dr. Asif Tufail stressed the need for a cleaner hospital environment. He directed the staff to upgrade cleanliness standards across all wards and departments to provide a healthy and comfortable atmosphere for the patients’ recovery.
Official Delegation
The Commissioner was accompanied by several high-ranking officials during the inspection, including:
Dr. Saifullah Bhatti (Additional Commissioner Coordination)
Professor Dr. Muhammad Akhtar (Principal, Sahiwal Medical College)
Dr. Muhammad Khalid Khan (Medical Superintendent)
The visit concluded with a briefing on the hospital’s current challenges and future requirements to further enhance the division’s healthcare infrastructure.