General Manager of Naseem Healthcare Dr. Munir Ali Ibrahim
Renowned Qatar-based healthcare provider Naseem Medical Centre will expand its portfolio as they are set to open a branch in the Tanzanian capital, Dar es Salaam. The opening, scheduled for March this year, has been described as groundbreaking and would bring affordable, accessible, world-class medical services to the public.
Speaking to The Peninsula on the sidelines of the launch of Naseem Surgical Centre recently, Dr. Munir Ali Ibrahim, General Manager of Naseem Healthcare, said they had explored other markets in Africa but picked Tanzania because “we were given a good place in the heart of the city.”
“We always wanted to expand our network to African markets,” Dr. Munir said.
“So we went to many countries, including Nigeria and Tanzania, but we were welcomed in Tanzania. We were given a good space in the heart of the city, and we were welcomed, so we thought, okay, why don’t we try? And we tried, and we are having a launch in March of this year, and we hope it will be a great step forward,” he added.
Dr. Munir said Naseem’s expertise boasting some of the best medical minds, has given them the confidence to expand their reach, especially heading to Africa.
“This is our expertise, and we have a good bulk of doctors on our board, so we thought we could compete in any market. We found that the Tanzania market is a niche and emerging market, and we are sure the community will benefit from this.”
Meanwhile, Ambassador of Tanzania to Qatar H E Dr. Maladhi Juma Maalim said it was well thought to open a branch in Africa and Tanzania.
“Congratulations to Naseem for the milestone in launching this surgical centre in Doha,” Dr. Maalim said. “Naseem will soon establish its presence in Tanzania, and we thank the management and team for choosing Tanzania as its launch pad in Africa. This is well thought of to start in Africa, and I think this would be the first. I hope this will benefit the community and attract you to visit Tanzania,” the envoy added.
Meanwhile, Naseem launched its Surgical Centre, which will be operational at its C-Ring Road branch. The Centre offers procedures from the departments of general surgery, orthopaedic surgery,
laparoscopic surgery, gynaecology, surgical urology, ENT, oral and maxillofacial surgery, and invasive diagnostic procedures under gastroenterology by a surgical team of over 15 doctors with a surgical privilege of more than 100 different procedures
“We have three highly advanced operation theatres. So our feasibility studies say that we can perform between 15 to 20 surgeries every day. That’s our capacity with a good panel of doctors, I think, yes; it is going to be possible,” Dr. Munir told The Peninsula about the hospital’s target.
He added that the Centre is a remarkable milestone for Naseem Healthcare to have facilities that cater to several medical procedures.
“Here, we can perform almost 90% of the keyhole surgeries with the help of arthroscopy and laparoscopy. We also have a wonderful gastro suite where we can provide colonoscopies and endoscopies. So, our motto is we don’t compromise on our quality, and we give the service at an affordable price, whether rich or poor. Our doors are always open for everyone. Health care for everyone is our motto,” he added.
