Strengthening the Surgical Unit of George Duez Hospital to Guarantee the Right to Health for Low-Income Women in the Municipality of Sucre

HOSPITAL IPTK

Justification

Currently, George Duez Hospital (IPTK) has been handling numerous surgical cases, mostly involving migrant women from peri-urban neighborhoods and rural communities in the municipality of Sucre. The hospital lacks a C-arm imaging system, which significantly limits the scope and safety of surgical care. This equipment is crucial as it provides real-time imaging through fluoroscopy, enabling surgeons to operate with greater precision and reducing intraoperative risks.

Location

Sucre

Local Partner

IPTK

Objectives

General Objective: To help reduce surgical mortality among vulnerable patients in the municipality of Sucre.

Specific Objective: To improve surgical care at George Duez Hospital and raise awareness in the community about health care and disease prevention.

Target Population

(24 women and 16 men)

Project Duration

Budget

Funding

TAU, Municipality of Oñati (14.250€)

Activities:

  • Installation of the C-arm imaging system
  • Training workshops on the operation and maintenance of the C-arm equipment
  • Medical care campaign for surgical patients