Geo-mapping of government healthcare facilities providing diagnostic laboratory services in Delhi, India: a pilot study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Despite significant advances, the Indian public diagnostic healthcare system faces serious challenges, particularly in availability and accessibility, often affecting those most in need. There is a wide urban-rural disparity, necessitating long travel distances for patients. Geographic distance is a major determinant for any individual to access healthcare facilities. Strengthening the diagnostic system requires assessing its status by outlining the spatial distribution of facilities. Geo-mapping, using geographic information system (GIS) helps identify areas with limited accessibility to these facilities. This pilot study in Delhi aimed to provide evidence for placing new facilities based on population needs and create a centrally available free database for patient ref

SUBMITTER: Jain G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12604100 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature