Health

The health sector of Sarpang Dzongkhag is committed to providing accessible and equitable healthcare services to its diverse population. The dzongkhag is supported by a small but dedicated team of two staff, including one male and one female officer, who work in coordination with a network of facilities and frontline health workers. The district boasts 2 hospitals and 10 Primary Health Centres (PHCs), which serve as the backbone of healthcare delivery.

Background

To support public health and hygiene, the dzongkhag has successfully implemented 192 functional Rural Water Supply Schemes (RWSS), ensuring safe and clean drinking water for its residents. These initiatives significantly contribute to reducing waterborne diseases and improving overall well-being. Despite its limited staff, the health sector in Sarpang thrives through community engagement, strategic outreach, and a strong network of local health agents. The continued focus on infrastructure development and preventive care helps Sarpang progress toward achieving better health outcomes and aligns with Bhutan’s broader vision of Gross National Happiness.

Mandates

  1. Provide free access to basic public health as per the Constitution of the Kingdom of Bhutan;
  2. Ensure provision of quality health services with accessibility and equitability;
  3. Execute sectorial policies, priorities and strategies in coordination with Ministry of Health;
  4. Draw up annual plans and budget for Dzongkhag Health Sector in line with the existing procedures of the Dzongkhag;
  5. Monitor and evaluate programs and projects;
  6. Provide supervision and guidance to health staff;
  7. Submit report to Ministry of Health and other sector;
  8. Coordinates and collaborates with other sector;
  9. Coordinate all health activities between Hospitals and PHCs within the Dzongkhag and co-relate with nearby Dzongkhag;
  10. Coordinate all programs and projects of health sector in the Dzongkhag;
  11. Propose projects and activities for Dzongkhag Health Services within the mandate of the sector;
  12. Monitor the performance of Dzongkhag health staff and take corrective actions or disciplinary actions;
  13. coordinate the implementation of centrally operated health activities within the Dzongkhag;
  14. Represent Health sector in meetings, conventions, DT and other local bodies.Provide free access to basic public health as per the Constitution of the Kingdom of Bhutan;
  15. Ensure provision of quality health services with accessibility and equitability;
  16. Execute sectorial policies, priorities and strategies in coordination with Ministry of Health;
  17. Draw up annual plans and budget for Dzongkhag Health Sector in line with the existing procedures of the Dzongkhag;
  18. Monitor and evaluate programs and projects;
  19. Provide supervision and guidance to health staff;
  20. Submit report to Ministry of Health and other sector;
  21. Coordinates and collaborates with other sector;
  22. Coordinate all health activities between Hospitals and PHCs within the Dzongkhag and co-relate with nearby Dzongkhag;
  23. Coordinate all programs and projects of health sector in the Dzongkhag;
  24. Propose projects and activities for Dzongkhag Health Services within the mandate of the sector;
  25. Monitor the performance of Dzongkhag health staff and take corrective actions or disciplinary actions;
  26. coordinate the implementation of centrally operated health activities within the Dzongkhag;
  27. Represent Health sector in meetings, conventions, DT and other local bodies.

Health Facilities and Staff in Sarpang Dzongkhag

No. of Staff 2
Male Staff 1
Female Staff 1
No. of Hospitals 2
No. of Primary Health Centres (PHC) 10
No. of Outreach Clinics 10
No. of Sub-Posts 1
Village Health Workers 62
No. of Functional RWSS (Rural Water Supply Schemes) 192

Health Workforce and Facilities in Sarpang Dzongkhag

Sl. No. Hospital/PHC Name Establishment Year Doctors (M) Doctors (F) Clinical Staff (M) Clinical Staff (F) Non-Clinical Staff (M) Non-Clinical Staff (F)
1 Sarpang Hospital 1960 2 1 22 15 15 10
2 Chuzagang Hospital 2013 1 0 Data Not Provided
3 Sengye PHC 2011 Data Not Provided
4 Menchulam PHC 2012 Data Not Provided
5 Chokhorling PHC 2012 Data Not Provided
6 Lhayul PHC 2012 Data Not Provided
7 Jangchubling PHC 2005 0 0 Data Not Provided
8 Gakiling PHC 2006 Data Not Provided
9 Jigmecholing PHC 2002 Data Not Provided
10 Norbuling PHC 1974 Data Not Provided
11 Umling PHC 1999 0 0 Data Not Provided
12 Taraythang PHC 2011 0 0 Data Not Provided
13 Phibsoo Sub-Post NA 0 0 Data Not Provided
Total 3 1 39 24 21 36

Note: Information as of 06/09/2024

Tshering Denkar
Asst. Public Health Officer
Tshering Denkar
Designation:Asst. Public Health Officer E-Mail:demo@gmail.com Phone-No:#######
Ugyen Dorji
Dy. Chief DHO
Ugyen Dorji
Designation:Dy. Chief DHO E-Mail:demo@gmail.com Phone-No:#######
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