An AIIMS, New Delhi, professor has commended Blinkit’s ambulance service after the hospital received a patient brought in through the quick-response scheme. Deepak Agrawal, a Neurosurgery Professor, expressed his appreciation for the service on LinkedIn, terming it ‘a healthcare revolution India has been waiting for’. His comment attracted considerable attention online soon after.
Agrawal explained in his LinkedIn update how the AIIMS Trauma Centre received a patient who was transported by Blinkit’s ambulance service. He commended the paramedic team for their professionalism and effectiveness, as they administered critical care during the journey. From maintaining C-spine immobilization to giving emergency drugs, the ambulance crew were responsible for stabilizing the patient for immediate treatment on arrival.
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“This is the sort of service that we would hear about and see in developed nations,” Agrawal said, emphasizing that the quality of the care was well beyond expectations. He included a photo of the patient receiving care at the trauma center, demonstrating the rapid response and the effect it had on the outcome.
Social Media Reactions
Agrawal’s message triggered a sea of supportive messages from internet users, who applauded the ambulance service that fills an important void in emergency medical transportation in India. The idea of a rapid-response ambulance providing expert care is being touted as a major innovation in a nation where timely access to medical assistance can mean life or death.
A user commented, “This is what our healthcare system requires timely, professional treatment for critical patients. Well done Blinkit!”
Another user mentioned, “Wonderful to know how far ambulances have evolved. Quick response and attention are priceless during such emergencies.” A third commented, “This initiative can literally be a life-saver. Such timely care is a game-changer.”
Numerous others spoke in its favor, with one user writing, “Good to hear about Blinkit’s professional management of a fairly critical patient condition. Support systems from private players will bridge gaps in the healthcare system.”
A few people also complimented the move, with one person writing, “Kudos to Blinkit for raising the game in emergency healthcare.”
