An officer who assists the principal medical officer and may act on their behalf in their absence.

सहायक प्रमुख चिकित्सा अधिकारी

English Usage: The deputy principal medical officer oversaw the hospital operations during the chief's vacation.

Hindi Usage: प्रमुख चिकित्सा अधिकारी की छुट्टी के दौरान सहायक प्रमुख चिकित्सा अधिकारी ने अस्पताल की गतिविधियों की निगरानी की।