Patients benefit from trauma surgeries at the Isidro Ayora Hospital – Ministry of Public Health

by time news

Loja, February 3, 2023

The traumatology service of the General Hospital Isidro Ayora de Loja, an establishment of the Ministry of Public Health (MSP), resolved during the year 2022 around 200 surgeries that benefited patients from the provinces of Loja, El Oro and Zamora Chinchipe.

Among the emergencies attended are labor, degenerative and sports injuries as well as those caused by traffic accidents.

Andrés González Granda, a specialist in orthopedics, traumatology and joint arthroscopy, points out that the care rate in this area is considerable. “Between 2 and 3 cases are treated weekly through surgical interventions that range between 3,500 and 5,000 dollars and that in MSP are totally free.”

According to Karla Rojas Vásquez, daughter of a 65-year-old patient who underwent surgery with the placement of a prosthesis in her knee, it is a satisfaction to see her relative recovered. She was happy and satisfied to know that a few hours after surgery, her mother had the necessary flexibility and mobility.

“I appreciate the attention of all the professionals at this health home, since the care was comprehensive and articulated between the health center and the hospital,” said Karla.

Acting with opportunity, efficiency and always oriented according to the needs and expectations of the population, is one of the commitments promoted by the medical staff of the Hospital General Isidro Ayora de Loja with their patients.

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