Surgeries Suspended in 9 Private Hospitals During Inspections in the Kurdistan Region
Surgery services have been suspended in 9 private hospitals that failed to meet the required conditions during inspections conducted by the Ministry of Health.
As a result of comprehensive inspections carried out by the Ministry of Health of the Kurdistan Region targeting private hospitals, it was decided to suspend surgeries in 9 private hospitals that did not meet the necessary conditions and standards.
Comprehensive Health Inspections Initiated
Comprehensive inspection processes targeting private hospitals were implemented across all provinces and independent administrations in the Kurdistan Region.
Dr. Resul Abdulhalik, Director of Inspection and Follow-up at the Ministry of Health, provided information regarding the details of the ongoing investigations.
Evaluated Criteria and Infrastructure Conditions
During the inspections, the quality of healthcare services provided by the hospitals was meticulously reviewed.
Necessary equipment, infrastructure, infection control, and operating room safety conditions were examined in detail by the authorities.
Closure Decisions in the Zakho Region
It was announced that two of the 9 private hospitals determined to have failed to fulfill the conditions are located within the borders of the Zakho Independent Administration.
As a result of the efforts carried out in coordination with the Zakho General Directorate of Health, the operating rooms of two hospitals and one private center were closed.
Investigation into Illegal Drugs and Unlicensed Activities
Official files were opened at the Zakho Investigation Court against two centers that failed to comply with the rules during the inspections.
It was determined that illegal drugs were kept in these locations and medical activities were carried out without the necessary licenses and documents.
Restrictions Until Deficiencies Are Addressed
The 9 hospitals whose surgeries have been suspended are required to completely fulfill all requested conditions and legal procedures.
Following the resolution of the deficiencies, the ministry committees will reinspect the hospitals and review them for operating permits.