A young woman tragically dies due to doctors’ negligence in Sargodha, igniting public outrage and administrative action at Maryam Nawaz Hospital on Sunday. Her death has renewed concerns over medical accountability in Pakistan’s healthcare system.
The woman, who had delivered a baby girl last week, was undergoing postnatal treatment at the maternity ward when her condition suddenly worsened, according to family members and rescue sources. Her relatives allege that delayed response and improper care from attending doctors contributed to her untimely death.
Angered by what they described as blatant negligence, the woman’s heirs blocked Kot Momin Road with her body, demanding immediate action and justice. Protesters chanted slogans, urging health authorities to ensure accountability and prevent similar incidents in the future.
In response to the uproar, Punjab’s health department swiftly took action. The acting Medical Superintendent of Maryam Nawaz Hospital and the Chief Health Officer of Sargodha have been suspended pending a formal inquiry into the incident. Officials said an investigation will determine the precise medical failures that led to her death.
This shocking case of medical negligence in Sargodha is part of a broader national concern regarding quack and illegal medical practice. In neighboring Sindh, authorities recently intensified efforts to crack down on quack doctors to prevent preventable deaths caused by unqualified practitioners. These efforts underscore the urgent need for regulatory enforcement across Pakistan’s healthcare facilities.
Healthcare experts say that while not all adverse outcomes result from negligence, systemic lapses, such as delayed diagnosis, inadequate monitoring, and poor communication, are recurring concerns in many hospitals. They stress that hospitals must implement stronger patient safety protocols to restore public trust.
As the investigation unfolds, residents and activists in Sargodha continue to demand transparency and justice, urging reforms to ensure that no more lives are lost due to avoidable errors. The woman’s death due to doctors’ negligence in Sargodha has once again spotlighted gaps in patient safety and the urgency of healthcare oversight.
