International Journal of Research in Medical Sciences, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 13(1), P. 173 - 179
Published: Dec. 31, 2024
Background: The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the fragility of healthcare systems, underscoring urgent need for preparedness in managing medical emergencies. This study aims to evaluate strengths and challenges within a tertiary care hospital, focusing on lessons learned improve future crisis management. qualitative investigates limitations Lady Hardinge college associated hospitals during pandemic. findings aim contribute development standardized plan epidemics Methods: Ethical approval was obtained, confidentiality maintained. research conducted from August 2022 December 2023 using purposive sampling. Data were collected through interviews focus groups with hospital staff across all levels, including administrators, faculty, residents, nurses, paramedics, support staff. Thematic analysis used identify key patterns themes related response strategies. Results: Key emerged around service delivery challenges, communication issues between departments, resource management, psychological concerns such as acknowledgment. Insights first second waves revealed both weaknesses strengths, providing valuable Conclusions: emphasizes importance addressing identified strengthen systems crises. offer essential guidance developing effective plans enhance resilience
Language: Английский