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Dharumavantha hospital
Dharumavantha Hospital Upgraded to Tertiary-Level Facility Amidst Broader Healthcare Developments
Ibrahim Abdul Razzaq Haleem, CEO of Malé City Group of Hospitals
Ibrahim Abdul Razzaq Haleem, CEO of Malé City Group of Hospitals, has announced the transformation of Dharumavantha Hospital into a fully functional tertiary-level facility, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s healthcare sector.
Speaking on MMTV's Bodu Khabaru programme, Abdul Razzaq highlighted the hospital’s journey from near stagnation to a state-of-the-art tertiary institution. Upon assuming leadership, he faced severe infrastructure challenges, including two out of three cooling systems in disrepair and underutilisation of three floors. Through dedicated efforts, these issues were resolved, enabling the hospital to establish critical services, such as:
- A cath lab on the 11th floor.
- Emergency services, labour suites, and a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU).
- Comprehensive tertiary-level healthcare services.
Abdul Razzaq credited the transformation to the current administration’s healthcare vision, particularly President Dr Mohamed Muizzu’s manifesto. He also outlined notable advancements across hospitals in the Malé region:
Indira Gandhi Memorial Hospital (IGMH):
- April 17: Short-stay unit serving 6,938 patients.
- July 20: New theatre complex with four operating theatres; 1,471 surgeries performed.
- July 20: Central Sterile Services Department (CSSD) introduced.
- July 27: Medical air plant established.
Villimalé Hospital:
- January 3: C-ambulance service launched, completing 142 emergency trips.
- October 26: Dental services began, treating 45 patients.
Hulhumalé Hospital:
- March: Laparoscopic surgery services resumed; 102 surgeries performed.
- November 16: Officially elevated to tertiary-level status.
Dharumavantha Hospital:
- November 15: Fertility centre established, serving 59 patients with 22 pending applications.
- November 15: Emergency services for children commenced, treating 1,396 children.
Additionally, under the Aasandha programme, 1,487 individuals have received comprehensive medical check-ups to date. Abdul Razzaq emphasized that these advancements reflect the administration’s commitment to enhancing healthcare accessibility and quality for all Maldivians.