Zakynthos General Hospital clarifies medical staffing levels

The administration of Zakynthos General Hospital has released a detailed statement regarding the facility's medical staffing and operational capacity, responding to a press release by the Association of Hospital Doctors of Zakynthos (ENIZ).

The administration acknowledged the difficulties faced by the hospital, particularly during the summer period when patient numbers and emergency cases increase significantly. To provide a complete picture of the current situation, the hospital provided specific data on its medical personnel:

In the Medical Sector, which has a capacity of 59 beds, there are 29 specialized doctors. The Surgical Sector, with a capacity of 46 beds, is staffed by 32 specialized doctors. Additionally, 9 rural doctors assist in various departments and the Emergency Department.

Specific departmental breakdowns include: - Cardiology: 4 doctors (including 2 permanent directors and 2 transferred from other structures). - Pulmonology: 2 doctors. - Artificial Kidney Unit: 2 doctors. - Internal Medicine: 3 doctors.

The administration noted that some doctors in the Orthopedic and Obstetrics-Gynecology departments are specialized medical staff working under the National Health Service (ESY) with private law employment contracts.