Dear Medicare Family,
Medicare Health Foundation has now formed an alliance with a digital content creation agency called Axis Communications, and together we are on the mission of telling our story and bringing more beneficiaries to our hospitals. Since this partnership has started, we have made our social media more robust, addressed online queries timely and brought in patients through online promotion. This is a great accomplishment for us, as using technology to benefit people who would otherwise be unaware of our services, has the potential to go a long way in increasing the impact of our interventions.
Additionally, we have ramped up our services, to make them even better than before. Our hospital in Badami Bagh has been inaugurated after major renovation, and our pediatric nursery has become fully functional.
All our efforts are to provide medical care to the deprived, and improve health in communities which are struggling even more financially due to the highly unstable economic condition of the country.
We greatly hope to have you on board as we exert our utmost effort to reach out to the needy
Regards,
Team Medicare Health Foundation
Activities Summary:
Renovation of Medicare Hospital - Badami Bagh
Medicare Hospital - Badami Bagh had its inauguration after renovation on 15th January this year. The event was attended by our major donors, volunteers and board members, who were all greatly impressed by the new look of the facility. We have made changes and additions in order to cater to our patients in a more effective manner and also to retain the hygiene standards of the facility.
In August this year, an assessment was carried out of the facility of Medicare Hospital - Badami Bagh, through which it was determined that it greatly needed renovation. The hospital has started becoming extremely crowded, and the air circulation system had begun being ineffective. Additionally, there was a dire need to expand the waiting areas, and also to reassign location for clinics and wards. Thus, funds were allocated and work commenced for this greatly needed project. Now that the hospital is fully functional after renovation, we are evaluating the addition of new services too, so our patients may benefit.
A Healthy Start to Life, with a Healthy Mother
We were overjoyed when Asiya, our patient who had faced misfortune upon misfortune, was blessed with a baby boy.
Previously, she met with great tragedy when her first born contracted pneumonia and passed away. Grief-stricken, she was yet again put through a test when her second pregnancy resulted in still birth.
This time, Dr. Asima at Medicare Hospital took great care of Asiya during her pregnancy, and she has been blessed with a healthy baby boy.
Partnership with Digital Content Creation Agency, Axis Communications
Medicare Health Foundation has now partnered with Axis Communications, which is designing all its social media content and bringing about awareness of the work we do. Since this partnership began, we have been able to increase awareness about our organization manifold, and bring in new patients. We hope to make it a high impact partnership, in which together we can benefit the community.
Fundraiser by Learning Alliance International
On 2nd February, the students of the school Learning Alliance International organized a charity funfair for Medicare Health Foundation.
The students worked untiringly to put up a great show, with a beautiful set-up, delicious food and some very intriguing games. All the proceeds from the event were used for the treatment of underprivileged patients at Medicare Hospitals.
Statistics
For the month of January 2023
No. of Patients: 12,813
Babies Born: 90
Surgeries: 60
For the month of December 2022
No. of Patients: 13,313
Babies Born: 87
Surgeries: 59
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Dear Medicare Family,
This quarter, Medicare Health Foundation has been focusing on creating awareness about our services among a larger audience. We conducted seminars and medical camps, networked with specialist doctors to bring in their patients, and carried out service campaigns on social media.
Additionally, our quest to improve patient experience at our hospitals keeps us motivated to carry out regular maintenance of our facilities and add new specialties. Thus, we have started renovating our hospital in Badami Bagh Lahore, so our patients an enjoy a hygienic environment, free of infections. We have also inducted new doctors at Medicare Hospital Noor Elahi Branch in specialties such as Pediatrics, Gastroenterology and Physio Therapy.
We hope to remain engaged positively in community development and good quality healthcare for the underserved
Regards,
Team Medicare Health Foundation
Activities Summary:
Hepatitis B Screening Camp and Seminar on World Hepatitis Day
Renovation of Medicare Hospital - Badami Bagh
In August this year, an assessment was carried out of the facility of Medicare Hospital - Badami Bagh, through which it was determined that it greatly needed renovation. The hospital has started becoming extremely crowded, and the air circulation system had begun being ineffective. Additionally, there was a dire need to expand the waiting areas, and also to reassign location for clinics and wards. Thus, funds were allocated and work commenced for this greatly needed project. The renovation is reaching its completion in some weeks, after which we hope to greatly improve our patient experience.
A Healthy Start to Life, with a Healthy Mother
We were all smiles when recently a patient gave birth for the first time, after being married for 11 years. With initial issues with conception and many years of visiting infertility clinics, she had finally conceived. Thereafter, her pregnancy was declared as a high risk one, and she had been going to a private hospital for her medical management. However, at the time of her delivery, her doctor was unavailable, which made her family very nervous. Upon recommendation, she was brought to Medicare Hospital Noor Elahi Branch, where she underwent C-Section surgery and gave birth to a healthy baby boy. The mother and her family were overjoyed to welcome a baby in their lives after years of waiting.
Orthopedic Success
We are delighted to share that Medicare Hospital Noor Elahi Branch has started extremely advanced Arthroscopic ACL Repair with key hole surgeries. A surgery was carried out through this method of a patient's knee, and was successfully concluded.
Among other orthopedic surgeries, a female patient, who had had tremendous arm injury during a severe bus accident, was brought to our hospital. She underwent surgery in which all her flexor tendons, including her radial artery and median nerve, were transacted. This surgery was very successful in restoring the arm function of the patient.
Statistics
For the month of September 2022
No. of Patients: 16,615
Babies Born: 88
Surgeries: 40
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Dear GlobalGiving Family,
Medicare Health Foundation's main thrust in the financial year which has just begun is to revisit its strategy and make it more robust to take it to new heights. In this streak, a strategy team has taken shape, with renowned people from academia and the corporate world.
Medicare has also for the first time formally set up is Marketing and HR Departments, in order to enhance its organizational practices and increase impact. Through marketing, we will be promoting our facilities among middle income and lower income groups, who may greatly benefit from good quality care at subsidized and affordable rates.
We hope that this new fiscal year is as eventful as the last one, and we keep improving our ability to serve the underserved.
We thank each one of you for believing in us and supporting us on every step of this journey
Warm Regards,
Team Medicare Health Foundation (MHF)
Activities Summary:
Resumption of Dental Service at Medicare Hospitals
With the arrival of COVID, Medicare Health Foundation, in compliance with the directives of the government, temporarily halted its dental service at both the hospitals. However, now thatthe restrictions are lifted, the service has been resumed, much to the delight of our patients who greatly appreciate our high quality care at affordable prices. Both the dental clinics at Medicare Badami Bagh and Medicare - Noor Elahi Branch are now seeing a daily flow of patients, who are greatly satisfied with the quality of care
New Partnership with Eye on Ivy
Volunteerism is key to the success of a non-profit. Over the years, we have witnessed that students are among the most enthusiastic volunteers we have ever worked with. Thus, when we were approached by a student facilitation organization, Eye on Ivy, to offer internships and volunteer opportunities to students, we jumped at the prospect. Now, with a formal partnership, we have students being routed by this organization for work hours, in which they have been active in areas such as social media, crowdfunding, data entry and fundraising.
Orthopedic Success
Recently, a little boy aged 6 years came to us with a deformed limb, which made it very difficult for him to walk properly. The underprivileged parents did not think that this problem could be rectified, and thus had never sought medical advice.
However, our orthopedic surgeon, Dr Saleem, after a detailed assessment decided to go for surgery to correct the deformity. In the month of May, the surgery was carried out successfully, following which is now the period for rest and recovery. The child is now feeling much better and is undergoing physiotherapy sessions. He hope to see him soon on his feet.
A Healthy Start, with a Healthy Mother
Uzma is a cleaner at a household, and makes a meagre living. When she found out about her pregnancy, she did not have the means to consult a doctor, and thus turned to the quacks in her area. However, when her employer, who is also a donor of Medicare, learned of her pregnancy, she immediately took her to Medicare Hospital - Noor Elahi Branch, where Uzma was treated by the gynecologist Dr. Asma. Dr Asma examined Uzma and concluded that are Hb was very low, due to which she was given IV drips. Over the next few weeks, Uzma's health improved tremendously, and eventually she gave birth to a beautiful baby boy.
Uzma remains grateful to Medicare Health Foundation for her safe birth and wonderful experience.
Medicare wins an Award at a Rotary District Conference
At the Rotary District Conference in Lahore in the month of June 2022, Medicare Health Foundation was showcased under the Rotary aim of Mother and Child Healthcare. The impressive work of Medicare over the years was highlighted and the impact of our interventions was acknowledged in the form of an award we won in the category of Mother and Child. This is greatly encouraging for us, and we hope to taek ourselves forward with the same zeal as the one that has brought us here.
Statistics
For the month of March
No. of Patients: 16,171
Babies Born: 68
Surgeries: 57
For the month of April
No. of Patients: 22,117
Babies Born: 51
Surgeries: 50
For the month of May
No. of Patients: 11,279
Babies Born: 60
Surgeries: 53
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Dear GlobalGiving Donors,
The last quarter of 2021, going all the way into 2022 was dedicated to the completion of a new medical block at our Medicare Hospital - Noor Elahi Branch. This block, named Siddiqui Medical Block, has been primarily sponsored by a major donor, along with contributions from a number of our generous supporters and also through a grant from two Netherlands based organizations, Wilde Ganzen and Stichting Equator Medicare.
With this new medical block, we will further expand the scope of our services, including specialist pediatric care. Additionally, we will be able to reach out to a greater number of underprivileged people.
We thank each one of you for believing in us and supporting us on every step of this journey
Warm Regards,
Team Medicare Health Foundation (MHF)
Activities Summary:
Completion of Siddiqui Medical Block at Medicare Hospital - Noor Elahi Branch
The dream of extending Medicare Hospital - Noor Elahi Branch has finally turned into reality. The task was daunting, as the COVID pandemic was at its peak and funding seemed to be a major problem. But our resolve did not weaken and we remained steadfast in our goal of completing this project. With a few delays due to COVID lockdowns, we have finally been able to complete the building for its inauguration on 5th March, 2022.
In this new building, there will be specialist clinics, including Pediatric, Orthopedic, Hepatitis Treatment Clinic, and Vacinnation Room. It also has a pent house for housing a doctor on a 24 hours availability basis.
Medical Dispensary - Outreach Program
Medicare's outreach initiative, a mobile clinic at Sharakpur, Punjab, has now completed its first year of running. Through this project, we have been able to improve healthcare greatly in an area where poverty prevails and access to medical care is greatly limited
Orthopedic Success
A major orthopedic surgery was carried out at Medicare Hospital - Noor Elahi Branch, in the month of December. The patient, a female from the Okara district of Punjab, had spinal cord compression, which was causing acute pain and discomfort.
Our experienced orthopedic surgeon, Dr Saleem, carried out this risky procedure with adeptness and care.
Since the surgery, the patient has recovered fast, and is now on her feet
A Healthy Start, with a Healthy Mother
There have been many instances of high risk pregnancies being referred to Medicare Hospitals towards the end of the third trimester. These are particularly difficult situations to handle, as it is a matter of saving the life of both the mother and child, without the ability to go for preemptive care.
A patient experiencing placenta previa was brought to Medicare Hospital - Badami Bagh. She had a seizure, and her critical condition drove us to save her without a second to spare. Thankfully she survived and delivered a healthy baby boy. Her family was very grateful to Medicare for giving her a new life, and her baby a healthy start.
COVID Vaccination Drive
COVID vaccination has been successfully carrying on at both Medicare Hospital - Badami Bagh and Medicare Hospital - Noor Elahi Branch. We are very pleased that our initiative of educating all those visiting our hospitals about the importance of getting vaccinated is convincing them to get vaccinated to protect themselves and others.
Statistics
For the month of October
No. of Patients: 17,561
Babies Born: 68
Surgeries: 54
For the month of November
No. of Patients: 17,211
Babies Born: 67
Surgeries: 42
For the month of December
No. of Patients: 17214
Babies Born: 58
Surgeries: 47
Dear Donors,
What an eventful 5 months it have been (April - September) for Medicare Health Foundation! Improving on services to offer better medical care to expecting mothers, Medicare introduced coloured doppler ultrasound at both Medicare Hospital - Noor Elahi Branch and Medicare Hospital - Badami Bagh, and inducted experienced Radiologists for this service. With this equipment, anomaly scan is done at our hospitals now, a diagnostic procedure which is essential for pregnant women to monitor the proper growth of the fetus.
Thanks to your support, we have been offering high quality medical care to poor expecting mothers.
Looking forward to continuing partnership together!
Warm Regards,
Team Medicare Health Foundation
Activities Summary
Medicare's Ramazan Campaign:
The holy muslim fasting in Ramazan commenced in the month of April, in which Medicare Health Foundation was overwhelmed by the charity of our supporters. With your contributions, we were able to not only provide treatment to our present beneficiaries but were also able to plan the financial support for the needy for the year 2021-22.
Our partner educational institutions also participated in the fundraising activity during the month, and we are extremely grateful for their support
Iftar for Patient Attendants and On Duty Staff:
Throughout the month of Ramazan, Medicare Health Foundation sponsored iftar for all the patient attendants and on-duty staff at our hospitals, making sure that they received nourishing meals at the end of a long day.
Fulfilling Our Commitment to Deliver Healthy Babies
Throughout this period from April to August, Medicare worked on improving nursing care, bringing in experienced obstetricians and gynecologists and upgrading diagnostic services. We inducted two experienced Radiologists for carrying out coloured doppler ultrasound, and made all out efforts to increase our visibilty among public. Thus, in the month of August, our efforts bore fruit and the number of babies born at our hospitals jumped to 111! That is the greatest number of babies born in a month in our history!
Commencement of Neurology Services at our Hospitals
In the month of June, Medicare inducted an experienced Neurophysician, Dr. Waqas, who is offering his services at both our hospitals. Dr. Waqas specializes in treating epilepsy, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, Multiple Sclerosis, and Diseases of the Brain and Spinal Cord. Since his joining, the number of patients coming for consultation in this area has been rapidly increasing, and Medicare has also conducted a number of free Neuro camps, so the number of people benefitting from this new service can increase manifold.
Orthopedic Success Story
April
No of Patients - 12,655
No of Babies Born - 51
No. of Surgeries - 42
May
No of Patients - 10,227
No of Babies Born - 45
No. of Surgeries - 50
June
No of Patients - 12,423
No of Babies Born - 43
No. of Surgeries - 35
July
No of Patients - 12,609
No of Babies Born - 57
No. of Surgeries - 38
August
No of Patients - 16,080
No of Babies Born - 111
No. of Surgeries - 84
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