Biomedical Equipment Inventory Management and Its Impact on Patient Care: A Comparative Study of Delhi Government Hospitals and ILBS.

Abstract

Effective management of biomedical equipment plays a vital role in ensuring the efficiency and quality of healthcare services. Despite the
increasing dependence on advanced medical technology in public healthcare institutions, limited empirical research exists on systematic
inventory control and utilization of biomedical equipment in the Indian government healthcare sector. The study adopts an empirical research
design and collects primary data through structured questionnaires and interviews from employees working in different departments of the
selected hospitals. Secondary data were obtained from institutional records, maintenance logs, and official reports to support the analysis. The
research evaluates various dimensions including equipment procurement, inventory monitoring, maintenance practices, utilization efficiency,
technological integration, and operational challenges faced by hospital administrators and technical staff. Statistical tools such as t-test and
correlation analysis are employed to examine relationships between inventory management practices and their influence on operational
efficiency and healthcare delivery. The study ultimately proposes a structured framework and policy recommendations aimed at strengthening
biomedical equipment inventory management systems in government hospitals, thereby contributing to improved healthcare infrastructure and
better patient service delivery.