The 32nd specialized medical mission of the Palestinian Medical Association in Europe (PalMed) has departed Gaza after completing a two-week medical mission aimed at supporting the healthcare sector under extremely challenging humanitarian conditions.

The mission consisted of four specialists in the following fields:
  • General Surgery
  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Anesthesia and Intensive Care

One member of the mission was denied entry, while three doctors successfully entered Gaza on 8 January 2026 and began working in hospitals.

The medical team worked across four major hospitals in Gaza:
  • Al-Hilo International Hospital
  • Al-Shifa Hospital
  • Al-Quds Hospital
  • Al-Ahli Arab Hospital

During the mission, the doctors examined approximately 475 patients, performed 103 major surgeries and 34 minor surgical procedures, all successfully completed without complications. In addition, the team provided psychological support, nutrition consultations, and health education to patients and healthcare staff.

In cooperation with the World Health Organization (WHO), PalMed aims to continue and expand its specialized medical missions to Gaza to support the healthcare system, address urgent medical needs, and reduce the suffering of patients.

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Gaza. Jan.2026

The Palestinian Medical Association in Europe (PalMed) announced the successful completion of 7 open-heart surgeries in Gaza in January 2026, marking the return of this critical life-saving service after more than two years of interruption due to war, blockade, and severe healthcare challenges.

The surgeries were performed by Dr. Kifah Alwan, cardiac surgeon from the PalMed medical mission, in collaboration with the national cardiac surgery team in Gaza led by Dr. Saher Abu Ghali, and a specialized medical team from Al-Quds Hospital, with the presence of local and international medical delegations. This achievement reflects strong cooperation between national and international medical expertise under extremely challenging conditions.

Dr. Ahmad Abu Nadi, Head of PalMed Gaza Office, expressed pride in restoring open-heart surgery services, emphasizing that this achievement brings real hope to heart patients who are unable to travel abroad for treatment due to limited medical referrals and movement restrictions. He also thanked the Palestinian Ministry of Health, the Palestinian Red Crescent – Al-Quds Hospital, and all medical teams involved in making this mission successful.

This milestone represents an important step in restoring specialized healthcare services in Gaza and offers hope to heart patients and their families despite the ongoing humanitarian and medical challenges.

Together, we heal the wounds.

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Palestinian Medical Association in Europe – PalMed (France Branch) delivered urgent medical consumables worth $225,000 to the Palestinian Ministry of Health, responding to critical shortages in essential medical supplies.

This urgent intervention reflects PalMed’s ongoing commitment to support the Palestinian Ministry of Health, strengthen the resilience of the healthcare sector, and ensure continuity of emergency medical services.
Together, we heal the wounds.

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Deir Al-Balah Medical Center – Gaza

Latest updates from Deir Al-Balah Medical Center in Gaza, managed by PalMed Europe Italy Branch in cooperation with PalMed Europe.
Despite severe shortages of medical supplies and challenging humanitarian conditions, the center continues to provide free healthcare services, including:
  • General Medicine
  • Pediatrics
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology
  • Orthopedics
  • Pharmacy
The center treats 650–750 patients weekly, serving as a vital healthcare facility for the local population.

Together, we heal the wounds.

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The 32nd specialized medical mission of the Palestinian Medical Association in Europe (PalMed) has arrived in Gaza as part of ongoing efforts to support the healthcare sector and provide urgent medical care.

The mission included four specialists:
  • General Surgery
  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Intensive Care Specialist
One member of the team was denied entry, while three doctors successfully reached Gaza and started working in hospitals.
PalMed Europe organizes its medical missions in coordination with the World Health Organization to ensure effective delivery of medical support to patients in Gaza.
Together, we heal the wounds.

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Listen to testimonies from PalMed Europe emergency medical mission doctors who worked for four weeks in hospitals across South and North Gaza, providing medical care under extremely challenging conditions.

Participants included:
  • Dr. Nouria Belhaj, Anaesthesia and Intensive Care Specialist (France)
  • Dr. Mohamed Benchad, Maxillofacial Surgeon (Morocco)
The doctors share their experience working in Gaza and highlight the major challenges faced by healthcare workers due to shortages of medical supplies, limited resources, and the extensive destruction of hospitals and healthcare facilities.
PalMed Europe continues its commitment to sending specialized medical missions to support Gaza’s healthcare system, address urgent medical needs, and reduce the suffering of patients.
Together, we heal the wounds.

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With gratitude to Allah, members of PalMed’s 31st Specialized Medical Mission successfully arrived in North Gaza on Friday, 5 December 2025, as part of ongoing efforts to support the healthcare sector and provide urgent medical care to patients and the injured.

The mission consisted of four specialist doctors:
  • Neurosurgeon
  • Obstetrics and Gynecology Specialist
  • Ophthalmology and Retina Surgeon
  • General Surgeon
Two members of the medical team were able to enter Gaza, while two colleagues were denied entry by the occupation authorities.
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Continuing the efforts of the Palestinian Medical Association in Europe – Denmark Branch in supporting the healthcare sector in Gaza, the association has successfully rehabilitated and equipped an operating theatre at Al-Wafaa Hospital in Gaza City to strengthen surgical capacity and improve access to essential medical care under extremely challenging conditions.

Following the completion of the operating theatre refurbishing, several surgical procedures were performed immediately, addressing the urgent needs of a large number of patients who had been waiting for various surgical interventions. This initiative has contributed to reducing pressure on healthcare workers and improving timely access to life-saving surgical services.

This project comes as part of ongoing support for the Palestinian Health system early recovery plan for healthcare institutions in Gaza, many of which have suffered extensive destruction during the prolonged conflict, resulting in severe damage to the healthcare infrastructure and an urgent need for rehabilitation.

In this context, PalMed  reaffirms its continued commitment to fulfilling its humanitarian and professional responsibilities by mobilizing its financial and human resources to support the healthcare sector in Gaza and across Palestine, working closely with local and international partners to strengthen the resilience of the healthcare system and ensure access to medical care for those in need.

Together, we heal the wounds.

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22/11/2025 Projects

 

 

With gratitude to Allah, the 30th specialised medical delegation of the PalMed Europe arrived at Al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza on Thursday, 20 November 2025.

The team consists of four physicians representing key medical specialties:

  • Maxillofacial Surgery

  • Anaesthesia and Intensive Care

  • Paediatrics

This mission is coordinated in partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO). Upon arrival, the delegation immediately commenced its medical duties, supporting local healthcare workers and providing essential care to the people of Gaza.

PalMed Europe remains committed to fulfilling its professional and humanitarian duty by continuing to send specialised medical teams, equipment, and vital medications to strengthen the resilience of Gaza’s dedicated medical staff.

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21/11/2025 Projects

The PalMed Europe 28th and 29th specialised medical delegations returend  from the Gaza Strip, following 4 weeks of dedicated service across multiple hospitals.

28th Specialised Delegation

The 28th mission arrived in Gaza on 21 October 2025 and consisted of three surgeons:

  • Plastic and Burns Surgery

  • Ophthalmology

  • Ear, Nose and Throat Surgery

A fourth member of the delegation — a cardiac surgeon — was prevented by the occupation from entering Gaza.

The team worked across hospitals in both the northern and southern regions.
A multidisciplinary surgical team, including Gaza’s general surgeons and Dr. Othman Zeroual from Morocco (PalMed), successfully performed a total thyroidectomy on a patient with a significantly enlarged gland present for over 10 years. This procedure was the first of its kind since the beginning of the war and was highly commended by local medical staff.

In addition, Dr. Nawras Diab, a member of the PalMed surgical team, performed a complex emergency procedure to treat a cardiac tamponade resulting from a shrapnel injury to the right ventricle. The heart was freed, and the ventricular wound was successfully repaired.

29th Specialised Delegation

The 29th delegation reached Gaza on 28 and 30 October 2025, composed of:

  • Vascular Surgery

  • Anaesthesia and Intensive Care

  • Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology

Two members were denied entry, and only the internal medicine and gastroenterology specialist was permitted to enter Gaza. She remained at Nasser Medical Complex until 20 November 2025, offering vital medical support.

PalMed Europe continues to pursue its mission of sending specialised medical teams to strengthen Gaza’s healthcare system and alleviate the suffering of its people.


Together, we heal the wounds.

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