The Embassy of Israel in Nepal has donated medical equipment to the
three hospitals of Nepal namely Bir Hospital NAMS, Patan Hospital PAHS and
Dhulikhel Hospital Kathmandu University Hospital in its effort to fight
COVID-19 and other ailments and enhance its overall healthcare amenities.Here is the list of Medical Equipment donated to the hospitals:
To Patan Hospital, PAHS:
1.
Anesthesia
Ventilators with 2 Vapourizers
2.
Patient
Monitor
3.
Electrocardiograph
To Bir Hospital, NAMS:
1.
ABG
Machine
2.
Patient
Monitor
To Dhulikhel Hospital:
1.
Tumbler
Dryer
Based on the needs of the hospital, Israel purchased this shipment
of medical supplies, as a support and solidarity from Israel. The donations essentially
aim to enhance and ease the healthcare facilities of the hospitals.
Expressing contentment to be able to contribute to the medical
sector of Nepal, H.E. Mr. Hanan Goder, Ambassador of Israel said, “This is a
part of ongoing cooperation between Israel and Nepal. This donation is a symbol
of our common struggle against COVID-19.”
Dr. Rabi Shakya, Director at Patan Hospital PAHS said, “The gift
from Israeli Embassy is a wonderful gesture from well-wishers across the globe
to Nepalese people struggling against the pandemic.”
“The long-standing relationship of Dhulikhel Hospital with the
Embassy of Israel in Nepal has enhanced our pursuits in providing quality
health services to all. This support to the laundry department is a critical
element in ensuring good hygiene and high-end care to the patients. We are
thankful to HE Ambassador Hanan and the team at the Embassy for the goodwill
and support. We look forward to continued collaborations ahead”, said Dr. Ram
KM Shrestha, Director of Dhulikhel Hospital.
Dr. Rishi Bisht, Sr. Consultant Surgeon at Bir Hospital NAMS
expressed sincere gratitude to the people of Israel for this gesture of love in
these harsh COVID times.
This cooperation is manifestation of the cordial bilateral ties of
Nepal-Israel friendship. The Embassy looks forward to future cooperation in the
health sector.