Turkey ambassador Salih Mutlu Şen with Al-Nas Hospital medical crew and actress Youssra. Photo courtesy of Turkish embassy.
Ambassador Mutlu Şen toured Al-Nas Hospital, a major charity medical facility north of Cairo, where he met adult and pediatric patients receiving treatment.
During the visit, the ambassador met with the hospital’s CEO, Hatem El-Molla, to review the facility’s operations and healthcare services. El-Molla guided him through various departments, highlighting the hospital’s advanced medical equipment and modern technologies. He emphasized that the hospital operates on a non-profit basis, providing all services free of charge.
The visit was attended by the prominent Egyptian actress Youssra and several hospital officials.
Turkish ambassador visits Al-Nas Hospital with actress Youssra. Photo courtesy of the Turkish embassy.
El-Molla said Al-Nas is one of the largest medical centres in Africa and the Middle East, offering free treatment for heart disease, gastrointestinal conditions, diabetes, and burns. Fully funded by donations, the hospital has 600 beds, including 140 intensive care units. Children make up about 70 percent of patients, and the hospital also treats some patients from Gaza.
Mutlu Şen toured the burns unit, cardiac catheterization department, operating rooms, and pediatric cardiology services. He also observed part of an ongoing heart surgery. The ambassador later interacted with young patients, giving gifts for Laylat Al-Qadr and wishing them a speedy recovery.
Turkish ambassador Salih Mutlu Şen talks to a patient at Al-Nas Hospital accompanied by actress Youssra.
Commenting on the visit, the ambassador praised the hospital’s organization, quality of care, and level of services. He said the visit aimed to lift patients’ spirits during the holy occasion and to support a healthcare institution that provides high-quality, non-profit services.
He also commended the dedication of doctors and medical staff.
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