Move to help millions of underserved people
\n Gilgit
\nResponding to the increasing demand for quality eye care services, the Al-Shifa Trust started providing free services to the people of remote areas before the completion of the cutting-edge hospital in Gilgit.
\nThe move, which results from a joint venture between the Al-Shifa Trust and the Rupani Foundation, will benefit millions of underserved people, many of whom cannot afford quality services.
\nDoctors have already begun helping many patients in this still-under-construction portion of the hospital, a significant advancement.
\nIn this regard, a ceremony was held in which the Minister of Health Gilgit-Baltistan, Raja Azam Khan, participated as the chief guest. He lauded the trust\u2019s efforts in bringing advanced eye care services to faraway areas.
\nThe minister said that previously, residents of Gilgit-Baltistan had to travel to other provinces for eye treatments, incurring significant financial and emotional costs. We are grateful for the considerable reduction in these challenges.
\nThe groundbreaking of the state-of-the-art hospital took place just five months ago, in July 2024. Al-Shifa Trust has prioritized the commencement of its operations, recognizing the urgent need for quality eye care in the area despite its scheduled completion in 2026.
\nThe newly inaugurated facility has already started offering Outpatient Department services and eye surgeries, with fully trained and highly skilled doctors and support teams now on the ground.
\nAll services will be free to the community, reinforcing the trust\u2019s commitment to eradicating preventable blindness and improving access to specialized eye care in underserved regions like Gilgit-Baltistan.
\nAbdul Rehman Mithani, advisor to Rupani Development Initiatives, illuminated the Rupani Foundation\u2019s evolution, goals, and ongoing projects at the ceremony. He stated that the foundation focuses on improving people\u2019s lives through quality education, community development, and superior healthcare facilities.
\nMithani emphasized that the Al-Shifa Trust Eye Hospital is a remarkable gift for the people of Gilgit-Baltistan, offering free treatments, medicines, and surgeries.
\nMinisters, senior government officials, and other dignitaries also attended the inaugural event and commended Al-Shifa Trust for its visionary approach and timely action in addressing healthcare gaps.
\nAfter completion, the facility will be the region\u2019s first. It will offer advanced medical care and ensure that the people of Gilgit-Baltistan receive world-class eye treatment close to home.
\nParticipants said that enhancing healthcare access in remote areas is a noble cause. This initiative aims to revolutionize healthcare delivery by offering cutting-edge medical services to underprivileged communities.
\nThe inauguration of this hospital marks a new chapter for Al-Shifa Trust Eye Hospital\u2019s legacy of excellence and service. The hospital continues to expand its footprint across Pakistan to provide accessible and quality eye care to all.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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