In conjunction with the preparations of health care institutions around the world to celebrate the World Kidney Day on March 13, the Hamad Medical Corporation in Qatar affirmed its continuous commitment to enhancing kidney health through advanced treatments, scientific research and careful care methodologies around the patient.
The Hamad Medical Corporation provides kidney disease with an integrated set of treatment services, including advanced dialysis treatments, kidney transplantation and specialized care for complex kidney cases. The Foundation includes a multidisciplinary team, including kidney, surgeons, nursing and support elements, who work together to provide accurate care commensurate with the individual needs of each patient, and achieving the best treatment results for patients.
“We are committed to the Hamad Medical Corporation to provide the highest level of medical care for kidney patients, as our modern facilities and our commitment to continuous improvement contribute to enhancing our ability to provide the latest treatments of kidney disease for patients, and we are proud of the progress we have made in the field of dialysis services, including dialysis at home, and comprehensive management of cases of people with chronic kidney disease,” said Dr. Hassan Al -Maliki, head of the kidney disease department of the Hamad Medical Corporation.
The commitment of Hamad Medical Corporation to provide health care services with a global level of kidney patients clearly reflects through its investment in infrastructure, technology and employee training, and this includes the recently launched kidney transplant program, which represents great progress in the field of kidney transplantation, especially for patients most vulnerable to health risks who suffer from genetic kidney disease.
A dialysis unit with a capacity of 8 beds was opened in 2024 at Muaher Health Center, as part of a joint initiative between the Hamad Medical Corporation and the Primary Health Care Corporation aimed at bringing services to patients and creating a positive impact on their lives.
Al -Maliki added, “The International Kidney Day provides a valuable opportunity to intensify awareness about the importance of kidney health. We are committed to providing a healthy cultural to the public about the risk factors associated with kidney disease and the importance of early detection, and by working with our partners in the health care sector in Qatar to encourage the adoption of healthy lifestyles and conducting regular checks, we can help protect many individuals from kidney disease and improve the lives of individuals Those with it. “
Kidney disease can affect people of any age, gender or race, and it is estimated that one in every 10 people in Qatar suffer from one of the types of kidney disorder. International kidney day represents a global campaign aimed at spreading knowledge about preventive behaviors and risk factors associated with kidney disease and how to coexist with kidney disease, and with the continued high rates of deaths associated with kidney disease annually, early detection of kidney disease is very important as it allows starting early to treat the disease and manage the condition.