On the occasion of Guinea's 68th independence anniversary, a media tour was conducted at Kamsar's ANAIM Hospital, initiated by the National Agency for Mining Infrastructure Development (ANAIM). The tour aimed to allow media professionals to explore the hospital's facilities, technical equipment, medical services, and patient care conditions. The delegation also focused on hygiene, safety, maintenance, cleanliness, and environmental respect.
Several service heads and doctors presented the progress made in recent years and the remaining needs. According to SY Ibrahima, secretary-general of the ANAIM union in Kamsar, collaboration between management and workers has improved, with a favorable climate for work. He praised the Director-General of ANAIM for setting a positive tone and encouraged staff to demonstrate more commitment and professionalism.
Dr. Christian Cheick Camara, anesthesiologist and head of the department, showcased new equipment acquired by the hospital, including a 500-liter Getinge autoclave, which will enhance surgical material sterilization. The operating room has three rooms and Dräger respirators. The hospital also acquired a laparoscopy column for minimally invasive surgical interventions. Dr. Emmanuel Odet explained the benefits of laparoscopy, which reduces post-operative pain, infection risks, and recovery time.
In 2025, 60 patients underwent laparoscopic surgery at ANAIM Hospital, including advanced procedures on the colon, small intestine, stomach, and hernias. The hospital has also developed minimally invasive proctological surgery, performing over 100 hemorrhoid interventions in two years. This progress has led to increased surgical activity, requiring more staff and training, supported by ANAIM.
The maternity ward is one of the hospital's busiest services, with 4,156 deliveries recorded in 2025, including 864 cesarean sections. The service is organized into three units: maternal and infant health, hospitalization, and delivery room. Most patients come from local communities, with 92.56% of deliveries being community-related.
The pediatric service has also seen significant development, with a general pediatrics unit, neonatology, and pediatric emergencies. The neonatology capacity has increased from 6 to 12 beds, with potential for further expansion. The hospital provides care for premature newborns, supported by the Swiss NGO Souffle de Vie, which has enhanced staff training and equipment.
The media tour aimed to promote a better understanding of the hospital's activities and highlight efforts to improve healthcare services for workers and local communities. The hospital's management seeks to strengthen its offer of care, with ongoing efforts to modernize facilities and equipment, ensuring quality healthcare for patients.
Key points
- The hospital has made significant progress in modernizing its facilities and improving healthcare services.
- The media tour showcased the hospital's technical equipment, medical services, and patient care conditions.
- The hospital has increased its capacity to provide quality healthcare services to local communities.
