Safderjung Hospital

If you need the Department of Medicine at Safderjung Hospital, you’ll have to navigate through the main parts of the building first. It’s a very large department because so many people come here for all sorts of reasons. The hallways are usually packed with patients and their families, so you have to watch your step. It’s a very busy atmosphere, with people constantly talking and the sound of medical equipment in the background. The rooms are pretty basic, with just the essential furniture and not much else. We don't spend money on making things look pretty; the focus is just on seeing everyone who comes through the door. It can be a bit stressful because of the volume of people. You might see a doctor sitting at a small desk surrounded by stacks of patient files. It’s a lot of hard work and the days are long. The air sometimes feels a bit heavy, and the lighting is that typical hospital yellow. It isn't a place where you’d want to hang out, but it’s where a lot of important stuff happens every day. You might have to wait a while before it’s your turn, so bringing a book or something to do is a good idea. We just keep plugging away, trying to get through the list of names as best as we can. It’s a bit of a struggle sometimes when the supplies are low or the power flickers, but we make do.