Recognizing the acute needs of children, a pediatric outpatient clinic was opened in March 2024 within the Salam complex to serve local communities and displaced people.
For millions in the region, the Salam Centre is the only access point to life-saving cardiovascular treatment. Resilience Under Fire Sudan Heart Hospital
A Beacon of Hope Amidst Crisis: The Story of Sudan’s Salam Centre for Cardiac Surgery Recognizing the acute needs of children, a pediatric
Sharing the story of the Salam Centre helps keep the focus on the critical need for humanitarian aid in Sudan. The conflict that erupted in April 2023 significantly
The conflict that erupted in April 2023 significantly impacted healthcare delivery in Sudan. Yet, the Salam Centre has shown remarkable endurance. While adapting to limited capacities and facing severe logistical challenges, the hospital has continued to operate, serving as a vital lifeline.
Operated by the international NGO EMERGENCY , the "Salam" Centre (meaning "peace" in Arabic) was opened in 2007. It is not just a hospital; it is a specialized center offering complex cardiac surgeries, including valve replacements, congenital heart defect repairs, and pediatric cardiac surgeries—all at no cost to the patients.
The hospital has continued performing cardiac surgeries, adapting its operations to ensure safety.