Abstract

The Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic has overwhelmed healthcare services worldwide. Being prepared for a crisis of such intensity requires intense planning, teamwork, and efficient leadership. This pandemic has made us realize how vulnerable we are.The goal of any preparedness plan of an organizationis to provide care to patients while ensuring the safety of their healthcare staff.With this article,we aim to provide insights into the various measures a hospital/organization needs to take to tackle this crisis and be ready to handle a surge of patientsshould it occur. We have also tried to discuss various hurdles the administrative team faced while managing the various aspects of the preparedness plan and potential solutions to deal with the challenges faced.