Renovation of the Nephrology Department at Kyiv's Ohmatdyt
24 April 2025 14:10
In Kyiv, the "Ohmatdyt" children's hospital has completed the renovation of its nephrology and dialysis department, which was damaged by a missile attack in July 2024.
The repair work lasted for six months, from November last year to March 2025, as reported by the hospital.
Funding for the restoration was provided by the German government.
The renovated department features:
- a water purification system;
- additional technical rooms;
- a dialysis hall with 6 spots equipped with state-of-the-art machines;
- two areas for peritoneal dialysis procedures;
- an office for doctors.
Additionally, a solar power station has been installed on the hospital's roof to ensure electricity during outages.
The outpatient clinic has also seen renovations in the "Day Surgery" operating block and the procurement of 30 new medical devices, including a modern multifunctional surgical table and an anesthesia machine for MRI.
Furthermore, the first medical lift for transporting patients on beds has been installed, the "Ohmatdyt" representatives reported.
With the financial support from Germany, renovations of other hospital facilities are ongoing and are expected to be completed by autumn.
As a result of the Russian attack, the toxicology department suffered the most, with the intensive and apheresis therapy units completely destroyed.
The hospital team worked tirelessly to restore medical assistance to the children in need, highlighted acting CEO Oleksandr Urin.
On July 8, 2024, Kyiv was hit by a missile attack, resulting in the deaths of two adults, including doctor Svitlana Lukyanchik.
More than 50 individuals suffered severe injuries, and over 300 sustained minor wounds.
The toxicology department of the hospital was severely damaged and is currently beyond repair.
The renovation processes sparked a scandal in July 2024 when the "Ohmatdyt" charity fund selected a contractor for repairs, but the contract was later annulled.
Currently, an investigation into the restoration processes is underway, and the Ministry of Health has suspended the hospital's previous director.
A new supervisory board has been established to oversee the restoration of "Ohmatdyt".