Care and Support at FAME: Layla's Story

When I arrived at the hospital, I was in severe pain. They did some tests, and then scheduled me for an operation. Afterwards, a team of doctors did another check with the ultrasound and told me that surgery wouldn’t be necessary. Instead, they recommended treatment with medication. Since I started the medicine, I haven’t felt any pain at all.” - Layla*

This year, in response to the growing general surgery program at FAME, and with the support of some of our incredible FAME family members and FAME volunteers, we were able to purchase an ultrasound machine to be dedicated entirely to the operating theater. This additional machine has profoundly impacted our ability to care for our surgical patients. The state-of-the-art equipment available throughout the hospital enables our team of doctors to better assess each case and, through panel discussions, determine the most suitable interventions for our patients.

“I am very grateful to the doctors at FAME—especially because they helped me get better without the need for an operation. I encourage others who are ill to come to FAME. The hospital is great, and the doctors are kind and caring. I know some people worry about high costs, but the fees are reasonable, and not expensive like people think. Just come.” - Layla

When asked what care and support mean to her, Layla responded, “I believe care and support means receiving timely help from the doctor. If you have a problem and explain it, the doctor reassures you, and makes you feel better.”