Thinadhoo Hospital Marks Milestone With First Successful Gynaecological Surgery

Dr Abdul Samad Memorial Hospital in Thinadhoo City has achieved a significant healthcare milestone by successfully performing its first-ever gynaecological surgery. The procedure marks a critical expansion of specialized medical services available to residents in the region. The surgery took place during a specialized medical camp jointly organized by the hospital and the Ministry of Health, Family and Social Affairs. A team of 10 specialist doctors participated in the camp to provide advanced care to the local community. The specific procedure involved the removal of a cyst from the left ovary and a fibroma from the fallopian tube. The surgical team was led by Dr Ubaidh Abdullah, supported by a team of specialists including Dr Aminath Nusra, Dr Jumailath Begum, Dr Assad Mohamed, Dr Mohamed Ameen Hamid, Dr Mohamed Hamza, and Dr Mahmood Sayyid Ahmed Mohamed Saud. Medical staff utilized laparoscopic surgery, a minimally invasive technique that employs small incisions, a camera, and specialized instruments. This modern approach is preferred over traditional open surgery as it typically results in less pain for the patient and a significantly faster recovery period. Laparoscopic methods are widely used for treating conditions such as endometriosis, fibroids, and ovarian cysts. Hospital officials described the successful operation as a major step forward in the facility's capacity to provide essential women's health services. By introducing these capabilities to Thinadhoo City, the hospital aims to reduce the need for patients to travel to the capital, Malé, for specialized surgical interventions, thereby improving healthcare accessibility and outcomes for the island's population.