Emphasis on Turkey's Health Investments at the Opening of Samsun City Hospital
Opened with the participation of President Erdoğan, Samsun City Hospital has become the region's healthcare base with its modern technical infrastructure and earthquake isolators.
Samsun City Hospital was officially opened with a ceremony attended by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. Expected to make a major contribution to the region's healthcare infrastructure, the mega facility draws attention with its earthquake safety and high-technology equipment.
Technical Features of Samsun City Hospital
Samsun City Hospital is established on an area of 234 thousand square meters and was built using a total of 1,027 earthquake isolators to ensure high durability against earthquakes.
Bed and Personnel Capacity
The hospital houses a bed capacity of 1,458, 230 intensive care beds, 40 operating rooms, and 320 outpatient clinics. Additionally, a total of 5,419 healthcare professionals, including 548 specialist physicians, are on duty.
Turkey's Investments in Healthcare
According to statements made at the ceremony, thanks to the investments realized over a 24-year period, Turkey has reached a prominent position in the field of healthcare, and the number of completed city hospitals nationwide has risen to 27.
The Healthcare System from Past to Present
It was stated that since 2002, healthcare as well as education has been among the priority areas, putting an end to the troubled and disadvantaged scenes of the past and transitioning to a modern service approach.
The September 12 Coup and Emphasis on Democracy
In the speech, it was stated that the September 12 coup dealt heavy blows to the country's development, and it was clearly emphasized that coup eras in Turkey have completely closed and will never be permitted again.