Dhaka:President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir today emphasized the necessity for a comprehensive reform of the nation's healthcare system to ensure medical services are accessible to all citizens at their doorsteps.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the President highlighted these concerns while inaugurating the 1st International Conference and Dental Expo-2026 (BPSCON 2026), organized by the Bangladesh Prosthodontic Society. He pointed out the complexities in the current healthcare system, which hinder ordinary people's access to medical services, and noted the high costs of dental care.
The President criticized the limitations within government hospitals, mentioning the shortage of necessary doctors and medical facilities, especially at the upazila level, which forces ordinary citizens to seek treatment from unqualified practitioners. He urged the authorities to increase the appointment of government doctors in remote and marginalized areas and encouraged young doctors to serve in rural regions.
He also addressed the reluctance of doctors to work in remote areas, which impacts the availability of medical services in those locations. The President called for a change in mindset among young physicians to prioritize service in rural areas, ensuring that government investments in medical education benefit ordinary people.
Furthermore, the President called on healthcare authorities to address existing mismanagement and prevent political influences in professional organizations. He stressed the importance of maintaining organizational stability regardless of governmental changes and urged continued efforts to establish a universal and people-friendly healthcare system.
In his speech, the President expressed gratitude to the organizers of the conference and shared personal experiences related to dental treatment. He thanked the doctors for their care and praised the Bangladesh Prosthodontic Society for its contributions to dental healthcare services.
The event also featured speeches by prominent figures such as Professor Dr. Mohammad Saiful Islam, Professor Dr. Shakhawat Hossain, and Professor Dr. Abu Tayeb Md. Ahsan Ullah, among others.