Mecca: The Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs confirmed that the Qatari Hajj mission has intensified its efforts to provide comprehensive healthcare for pilgrims from the moment of their departure until their safe return. This initiative is being facilitated through the deployment of all available resources and modern medical services, alongside cooperation with the Saudi German Hospital in Mecca.
According to Qatar News Agency, the medical unit of the Qatari Hajj mission held a coordination meeting with the accompanying medical staff, which includes doctors, paramedics, pharmacists, and nurses, as well as medical staff from the Saudi German Hospital. During this meeting, the medical action plan for the season in Mecca and the holy sites of Mina, Arafat, and Muzdalifah was reviewed. Dr. Khalid Abdul Hadi, head of the medical unit, presented the healthcare protocols approved by Hamad Medical Corporation and the Ministry of Public Health while fully adhering to Saudi health regulations.
Dr. Abdul Hadi emphasized that the Qatari Hajj mission places the highest priority on the safety of pilgrims. Specialized teams of physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and paramedics have been mobilized to accompany pilgrims and provide top-quality medical services throughout the Hajj period. Medical clinics for both men and women have been established in Mecca according to the highest standards, including facilities for isolation, hospitalization, and observation. Additionally, fully equipped clinics have been set up in Mina and Arafat, featuring pharmacies, examination rooms, and emergency departments. An ambulance equipped with the latest medical specifications is also available to ensure rapid response to critical cases during movement.
Regarding the new partnership with the Saudi German Hospital in Mecca, Dr. Abdul Hadi explained that this collaboration aims to strengthen the medical support system for Qatari pilgrims. The hospital, known for its reputable treatment services, will prioritize emergency cases involving Qatari pilgrims and its specialized medical staff will support the mission’s medical teams at the designated sites this year. This cooperation is intended to ensure 24/7 reception of emergency cases and to provide the highest levels of healthcare.
It is noteworthy that the Saudi German Hospital in Mecca has 300 operational beds and is equipped with the latest medical devices. It includes comprehensive departments for intensive care and all major specialties available around the clock. Its emergency department is staffed with specialized consultants and is considered one of the strongest emergency departments in the region. The hospital is officially accredited by the Saudi Ministry of Health and the Saudi Red Crescent Authority.