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Children's Hospital to Transform into a Whimsical Park
8 Jul
Summary
- Unicef will design the hospital to resemble a park.
- The government pledged Rs2.1 billion for hospital equipment.
- The hospital aims to be operational within one and a half months.
The Peshawar Children's Hospital is undergoing a unique transformation, designed by Unicef to resemble a children's park rather than a traditional medical facility. This initiative aims to create an inviting and non-intimidating environment for young patients. The Khyber Institute of Health (Kich) and Children's Hospital, approved over a decade ago, is now set to become operational within the next month and a half.
Significant government support has been pledged, with Rs2.1 billion allocated for equipment and necessary supplies. This funding, expected within a fortnight, will facilitate the completion of civil works and the procurement of essential items. Unicef is dispatching a team of experts to finalize the park-like interior design, which will be presented via video for approval.
Post-operationalization, the hospital anticipates substantial support from various UN agencies. These organizations will contribute by establishing and running specialized units, including a neonatal ward, operating theatre, and burns ward, for five years. Following its launch, a donor conference will be held to acquire state-of-the-art medical equipment, aiming for European hospital standards.
The Pakistan Paediatric Association has lauded the government's commitment to making the hospital functional, recognizing its importance for specialized pediatric training for doctors, nurses, and paramedics across the province.
