Bhubaneswar, (Reporterspen) : National Medical Records Day was observed at SUM Ultimate Medicare (SUMUM), leading quaternary-care hospital in Eastern India, on Wednesday. The event brought together a diverse group of doctors, nurses, paramedics, and other clinical professionals working at SUMUM to celebrate the crucial role of medical records in modern healthcare. The program featured a felicitation ceremony honoring health professionals for their exceptional contributions toward strengthening medical record compliance and advancing standards of patient care.
The felicitation and cultural sessions were followed by a scientific update series where experts discussed evolving trends, practices and compliance measures in medical records management — reaffirming SUMUM’s commitment to accurate documentation, patient safety and healthcare excellence.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Manas Ranjan Sethi, Head, Medical Records Department, described medical records as the backbone of patient care. “Medical Records are the backbone of patient care and hospital
administration. At SUM Ultimate Medicare, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of documentation, ensuring both legal compliance and quality care for every patient,” he said.
Dr. Swetapadma Dash, Chief Executive Officer, SUMUM, said healthcare professionals had consistently raised the bar in medical record compliance and patient safety. “Celebrating National Medical Records Day is not just about recognition, but about reinforcing our mission to provide safe, transparent and world-class healthcare,” she said.
Prof. (Dr.) Manojranjan Nayak, President and Founder Chairman, Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan (SOA), remarked “accurate and compliant medical records are fundamental to advancing healthcare research, training and clinical excellence.
SUM Ultimate Medicare has set a benchmark by integrating precision in documentation with compassionate patient care.” The event concluded with a renewed pledge by all participants to continue building robust, future-ready medical record systems that support the hospital’s vision of innovation and excellence in healthcare delivery.
