Dr. Marwan Mansour, the director of Prince Mohammed Bin Salman Hospital in Yemen's temporary capital, Aden, announced remarkable advancements in the hospital's performance, which has become a lifeline for the healthcare sector in Yemen.
In a special interview, he confirmed that with the support and supervision of the Saudi Program for the Development and Reconstruction of Yemen, the hospital has successfully provided a comprehensive and entirely free treatment system. This has effectively contributed to localizing complex surgeries and reducing the need for patients to travel abroad for treatment, as the hospital receives patients from all Yemeni provinces without exception.
Event Details
Dr. Mansour explained that the hospital consists of two main structures: the general hospital and an advanced heart center. The general hospital includes 14 specialized clinics covering all medical needs, supported by 6 major operating rooms, and recovery and intensive care units with a capacity of 10 beds. Additionally, there is an emergency department that operates around the clock with a capacity of 10 beds.
He noted that the hospital is equipped with the latest global technological devices, including magnetic resonance imaging machines, ultrasound devices, and a cardiac CT scanner, which is the only one of its kind in Yemen.
Background & Context
Since the hospital began operations on January 30, 2023, it has achieved notable milestones, surpassing a total of 4,091,143 free medical services provided, supported by generous Saudi assistance. The medical staff has successfully performed 26,002 quality surgical operations, averaging more than 45 surgeries per day.
The specialized clinics have received 1,526,653 medical consultations, with a daily patient flow averaging between 3000 and 3500 patients. The Saudi support system has included all supporting departments, with laboratories completing 1,895,457 tests and radiology departments providing 261,766 diagnostic procedures.
Impact & Consequences
The surgical operations covered all specialties, with 6051 general surgeries, 5188 gynecological and obstetric surgeries, 4336 eye surgeries, 3438 orthopedic surgeries, 2563 urological surgeries, 2355 ENT surgeries, 212 neurosurgeries, and 1859 gastrointestinal endoscopies performed.
Dr. Mansour emphasized that patients receive treatment, hospitalization, and nutrition for themselves and their companions free of charge and to the highest standards, reflecting the hospital's pivotal role in meeting patient needs.
Regional Significance
Dr. Marwan Mansour concluded his remarks by highlighting the hospital's academic role, as it hosts batches of doctors from Aden University every six months for intensive training, with specialized diplomas in intensive care and respiratory care accredited by the Ministry of Health.
This pioneering Saudi project contributes to supplying the Yemeni medical market with highly qualified personnel, under the supervision of consultants from both inside and outside the country, ensuring the sustainability of the health impact of this medical institution.