KGMU's long wait times drive patients to expensive private diagnostic centers in Lucknow

Long wait times for diagnostic tests at KGMU are forcing patients to seek expensive private centers. Patients face delays of weeks to months for tests like ultrasounds and blood work, leading them to pay significantly higher prices at private facilities to avoid prolonged waiting periods. KGMU is implementing measures to reduce wait times, including extending hours and increasing equipment, though only a fraction of tests are currently completed within the hospital.