Tribune News Network
Doha
Qatar Charity (QC) has successfully completed 42 congenital heart defect corrective surgeries for children at the University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC) during a week-long medical camp held this August.
The medical camp marked a significant achievement, treating 42 patients, up from 30 beneficiaries in 2023. It brought together a team of internationally recognised medical professionals who performed life-saving cardiac catheterisation procedures.
The medical camp began with two days dedicated to screening and selecting eligible beneficiaries, ensuring that those most in need received timely care. On an average, the team conducted 10 procedures each day.
Among the many stories of hope and recovery is the story of Zainab Mohammed, who was suffering from heart problems. After being assessed and deemed eligible, it appeared she would have to wait until next year due to a lack of necessary devices.
However, thanks to the efforts of benefactors in Qatar, a delegation from Qatar Charity provided the needed equipment specifically for this case, enabling her to undergo the operation during the current camp.
“It’s a miracle that things fell into place to allow for my daughter to have a cure,” said Hajj Hamza, expressing his joy and relief.
“With Allah’s grace and the generous support of benefactors in Qatar, we successfully completed the surgery on this girl,” said Khalid Abdulla Alyafei, director of the Donors Relations Department at Qatar Charity.
He expressed his sincere appreciation for the dedication and hard work of the medical and operational teams. He indicated that the initiative is part of Qatar Charity’s broader vision of long-term sustainability, investing in training and capacity-building for local healthcare professionals.
Prof Yao, the lead paediatric cardiologist on the local team, also expressed deep appreciation for Qatar Charity’s initiative that saved the lives of dozens of children in Ghana.
