Surgeon Vice Admiral Arti Sarin, AVSM, VSM, Director General Armed Forces Medical Services (DGAFMS), conducted an operational field visit to the 92 Base Hospital in Srinagar, located at Badami Bagh Cantonment. The visit aimed to evaluate the hospital’s performance in delivering medical care under challenging conditions, particularly in the realm of combat trauma management.
During her tour, Admiral Sarin inspected key facilities, including the Trauma Centre, wards, and various departments. She expressed her appreciation for the hospital’s exemplary work, noting its critical role in managing combat-related injuries. The 92 Base Hospital has earned a reputation for its efficiency, with minimal patient transfer times to treatment beds and well-equipped operation theatres that enable life- and limb-saving surgeries. The hospital has also been recognized for its resilience in handling the dual challenges of combat trauma and the COVID-19 pandemic, maintaining low mortality rates through dedicated care.
Addressing the officers, nursing officers, junior commissioned officers (JCOs), and other ranks, Admiral Sarin commended their professionalism, dedication, and commitment to providing the best possible medical care in a high-pressure environment. She also took the time to visit patients, offering words of encouragement and highlighting the importance of a positive mindset in overcoming medical challenges. Her interactions underscored the armed forces’ focus on holistic trauma care, which includes a staged approach to treatment, comprehensive rehabilitation, and ongoing training.
The 92 Base Hospital has a storied history, having been established after merging several military hospitals in the region. It has become a cornerstone of medical support in the area, often described as a “healers’ abode” for its life-saving efforts. The hospital’s work aligns with the broader goals of the armed forces’ medical services, which emphasize uniformity in trauma care protocols and collaboration with civilian counterparts to enhance overall healthcare outcomes. Admiral Sarin’s visit reaffirmed the armed forces’ commitment to maintaining world-class medical infrastructure for its personnel, even in operational field areas.
