New elevators, an operating room and wards: four hospitals in Mykolaiv are being renovated

In Mykolaiv, the medical infrastructure of three city hospitals and one regional hospital is being upgraded. Some of the work has already been completed, while renovations continue in certain premises.

The work is being carried out as part of the initiative “Strengthening the Health Care System in Mykolaiv”. The project is implemented by the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) with financial support from the Government of the Kingdom of Denmark. Its goal is to ensure city residents have uninterrupted access to quality medical services.

The progress of the work at the hospitals was inspected by:

• Mayor Oleksandr Sienkevych;
• Deputy Mayor Anatoliy Petrov;
• Deputy Mayor Serhiy Korenev;
• Head of the Office of the Embassy of Denmark in Mykolaiv Jakob Torrild Hansen;
• Senior Project Manager of the UNOPS office in Ukraine Teresa Molero Rodriguez;
• Head of the City Health Department Iryna Shamray;
• representatives of contracting organizations.

Jakob Torrild Hansen explained that the facilities chosen for reconstruction were selected together with the city and regional administrations, taking into account their importance to the community and limited resources.

We had a very long list of projects and hospitals, so we had to set priorities given the limited resources. Together with the city and regional administrations, we selected these facilities because we see they will have the greatest positive impact for residents. Some departments are already receiving patients, others will open soon. All work has been carried out to a very high standard. Health care is a priority for us because we see how people’s health in Ukraine is deteriorating for various reasons. Thanks to the involvement of the Danish private fund Novo Nordisk, the facilities will also receive the most modern medical equipment.

At the Mykolaiv Children’s Hospital, two new elevators were installed and the elevator shafts were repaired. The department for children and young people who have found themselves in difficult life circumstances was also completely renovated. Alongside medical care, patients will receive psychological and social support from specialists.

At the Mykolaiv Regional Hospital, the neurosurgery department was significantly upgraded. The operating room and wards were renovated, heating and fire protection systems were modernized. An autonomous ventilation system with a laminar ceiling was designed from scratch.

At the city hospital of the Inhulskyi District, a new physiotherapy department with modern equipment was set up. It has 24-hour wards designed for 20 people, accessible restrooms and emergency call buttons.

At the city hospital of the Central District, work is still ongoing. A metabolic disorders department for 50 beds is being prepared for opening. New engineering networks have already been installed, interior finishes completed, and the roof is currently being repaired.

Senior Project Manager of the UNOPS office in Ukraine Teresa Molero Rodriguez emphasized the importance of cooperation between the city authorities, hospital administrations, medical staff and other project participants.

Thank you to the city administration for constant coordination and prompt resolution of work issues, to hospital management for ensuring safety during construction, and to the medical staff for their devoted work in the current difficult conditions.

Mayor Oleksandr Sienkevych noted that some of these works in the city were planned even before the full-scale war. According to him, the support of international partners made it possible to continue the modernization of medical institutions.

Today we inspected many projects, and the result is truly impressive. We dreamed of renovated elevators and modern premises even before the war and planned to carry this out. Fortunately, we have partners who help make these dreams a reality even in such difficult times. The main idea of the project is to provide modern medical services using the latest equipment in conditions that meet global standards. I sincerely thank the Government of Denmark, Danish taxpayers, the Office of the Embassy of Denmark in Mykolaiv and UNOPS for their maximum engagement and this excellent result.

The hospital upgrades are intended to expand access for Mykolaiv residents to modern medical care in safe and barrier-free conditions.

Source: Mykolaiv City Council.

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