Lieutenant General Daljit Singh, Director General of the Armed Forces Medical Services (DGAFMS), accompanied by Surgeon Vice Admiral Arti Sarin, Director General Medical Services (Navy) at NHQ, and Surgeon Rear Admiral Anupam Kapur, Chief Medical Officer at Western Naval Command, embarked on a visit to the indigenous guided missile destroyer INS Visakhapatnam today.
The distinguished delegation was warmly received by the Commanding Officer of INS Visakhapatnam, who provided a comprehensive briefing on the operational capabilities and features of the advanced naval vessel.
The visit offered an invaluable opportunity for the senior medical officers to gain firsthand insights into the operational environment aboard a modern warship.
During the visit, a live demonstration of a medical evacuation (CASEVAC) drill was conducted, showcasing the seamless coordination and efficiency of the ship’s medical team in responding to emergencies at sea.
The drill highlighted the importance of rapid medical response capabilities in ensuring the health and well-being of naval personnel during operations.
In a demonstration of cutting-edge medical technology, real-time medical communication through a Telemedicine node was showcased, connecting INS Visakhapatnam with the Indian Naval Hospital Ship Asvini.
This innovative telemedicine capability enables remote medical consultations and enhances medical support for naval personnel deployed in distant waters.
Lieutenant General Daljit Singh, Surgeon Vice Admiral Arti Sarin, and Surgeon Rear Admiral Anupam Kapur also seized the opportunity to interact with officers, sailors, and newly recruited Agniveers (medical officers) onboard INS Visakhapatnam.
The interactions provided a platform for the senior medical officers to engage with frontline personnel, gain insights into their healthcare needs, and address any medical-related concerns.
The visit underscored the commitment of the Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) to ensuring the health and well-being of personnel serving in the Indian Navy.
It also highlighted the importance of close collaboration between medical professionals and operational units in maintaining readiness and operational effectiveness of the Indian Armed Forces.
The deployment of advanced medical capabilities and technologies aboard INS Visakhapatnam reflects the Indian Navy’s commitment to providing world-class medical support to its personnel, both ashore and at sea.
The visit of Lieutenant General Daljit Singh and senior medical officers reaffirmed the AFMS’s dedication to upholding the highest standards of medical care and support for the men and women of the Indian Armed Forces.
