Continuation of Specialized Surgical Services
The Ministry of Health in the Gaza Strip has officially announced that the specialized medical team responsible for corneal transplants continues to perform surgeries as part of the National Corneal Transplant Program. The ministry emphasized that the initiative is yielding advanced medical results and is being executed according to a regular, systematic plan designed to select appropriate cases and conduct necessary surgical interventions.
Surgical Milestones and Patient Care
Dr. Osama Abu Al-Wafa, Consultant and Head of the Ophthalmology Department at Nasser Medical Complex, provided specific details regarding the program’s recent activities. He stated that on Thursday, the medical team successfully performed a corneal transplant surgery on Behieh Zareb, a 68-year-old patient. This procedure was carried out within the framework of continuing the implementation of the program and achieving its established medical objectives.
Strategic Localization of Healthcare
Dr. Abu Al-Wafa explained that the pace of corneal transplant operations is proceeding in an organized manner. This process begins with the identification and selection of suitable candidates and extends to the efficient utilization of available consumables and surgical supplies. These measures are intended to ensure the continuity of the program and guarantee service delivery to eligible patients.
He further noted that the continuation of these surgeries is part of the efforts by the National Corneal Transplant Program, which is sponsored by the Ministry of Health. The primary aim of this initiative is to localize specialized medical services within hospitals across the country. By providing these treatments locally, the program seeks to spare patients the hardship and financial costs associated with transferring abroad for medical care.
Strengthening Local Medical Capacity
The official affirmed that the ongoing execution of the program represents a significant step toward enhancing the capabilities of the health sector in the field of ophthalmology and eye surgery. By expanding the scope of specialized services offered to patients, the initiative contributes to alleviating burdens on individuals and facilitating their access to essential medical care.
