Dr. Khalid Al-Sarraj, a neurosurgeon, attributed his ability to perform highly complex surgeries to the exceptional intensive care unit (ICU) at Alkafeel Hospital in Karbala. He highlighted the presence of highly skilled medical and nursing teams, along with state-of-the-art technology, as key factors in the success of these procedures.
"In the past, surgeons were often hesitant to perform certain high-risk operations due to the lack of advanced post-operative intensive care, which is even more critical than the surgery itself," Dr. Al-Sarraj explained. "However, at Alkafeel Hospital, we have found an ICU that meets the highest standards, allowing surgeons to proceed with confidence, knowing their patients will receive optimal post-operative care. This level of intensive care has saved thousands of lives, whether surgical or non-surgical cases."
He further stated, "The quality of intensive care available at Alkafeel Hospital is unparalleled in Iraq. Previously, such care did not exist at this level. Now, with the support of this advanced unit, surgeons can confidently perform any type of surgery without hesitation."
Dr. Al-Sarraj emphasized that while the hospital’s modern infrastructure is impressive, the true strength lies in its ICU, which is equipped with the latest technology and divided into intermediate care, intensive care, and cardiac care units.
"The ICU is designed for the most critical cases, offering all the necessary medical equipment to ensure patient safety. Surgeons can leave their patients in this unit with full confidence, knowing they are under the care of a highly trained team, carefully selected for their expertise," he added.
Reflecting on his international experience, Dr. Al-Sarraj stated, "Having worked in several renowned global medical centers, I have not encountered an ICU that surpasses the one at Alkafeel Hospital. In fact, the care here is far superior to many international centers. There is continuous communication between the surgical and ICU teams 24/7, and each patient has a dedicated nurse, with additional nurses available if needed—something rarely found in other ICUs."