Beyond Medical training, India must develop other healthcare skills

Dr. V.K. Paul, NITI Aayog Member (Health), has underlined the necessity for India to broaden its healthcare knowledge beyond medical school. Dr. Paul stressed the significance of developing a skilled health workforce that comprises nurses, technologists, and other medical professionals during a recent conference.

In the view of Dr. Paul, India's recent emphasis on medical education is still inadequate to meet the healthcare requirements of its huge and diverse population. He highlighted the fact that the nation lacks skilled healthcare providers in adequate numbers, especially in rural regions.

The existing healthcare education system is not sufficient to meet the needs of the healthcare industry," stated Dr. Paul. "We have to establish a more integrated and comprehensive healthcare education system that transcends medical education."

Dr. Paul had suggested that establishing a separate ministry or department for healthcare education and skill development could be a good first step. He also laid stress on public-private partnerships to establish more healthcare education and training schemes.

Technology-enabled learning platforms may also have a significant role to play in increasing healthcare skilling and education, Dr. Paul further added. Through technology, India can enhance access to healthcare education and training, especially in rural and disadvantaged regions.

The growth of skilling in healthcare beyond medical training is essential to solving India's healthcare issues. Through the development of a more diverse and skilled healthcare workforce, India can enhance the quality of healthcare services, diminish health disparities, and enhance health outcomes.