Tripoli: Acting Undersecretary of the Ministry of Health, Mohammed Al-Ghouj, met today, Sunday, with officials from 25 hospitals in Tripoli to discuss practical measures to improve readiness and efficiency in the provision of health services. The meeting aimed at addressing key areas in the healthcare sector to ensure better service delivery.
According to Libyan News Agency, the discussions focused on increasing hospital bed capacity and equipping them with essential supplies. Another point of emphasis was directing spending towards urgent priorities that have a direct impact on the quality of healthcare. Additionally, there was a focus on linking health facilities to the financial system and the "Taysir" system to streamline correspondence and enhance administrative discipline. The participants also worked towards adopting a standardized medication list for each hospital.
The meeting also addressed the organization of a patient referral mechanism between health facilities to ensure the smooth flow of cases. Efforts were discussed to activate outpatient clinics within the central clinics to alleviate pressure on general and specialized hospitals. The automation and operation of emergency and accident departments, along with other departments, were also discussed to manage patient flow and improve the efficiency of treatment services.