Spanish Nurses Conclude Two-Week Surgical Mission for Sahrawi Refugees
Three Spanish nurses recently completed a two-week surgical humanitarian mission at Bol-la Hospital in Sahrawi refugee camps near Tindouf, Algeria, providing nearly 50 surgical interventions and over 100 consultations to the refugee population.
A humanitarian surgical mission recently concluded in Sahrawi refugee camps located near Tindouf, Algeria, with three nurses from Jaén, Spain, providing essential medical assistance. The two-week expedition saw Amelia Lorite, Verónica Pereira, and Charo Merino collaborate with a multidisciplinary team at Bol-la Hospital, reinforcing healthcare services for the refugee population.
During their tenure, the Spanish nursing professionals carried out approximately 50 surgical interventions and more than 100 surgical consultations. Their work also included around 60 abdominal ultrasounds, various diagnostic tests, and patient care across all phases of the surgical process, from initial assessment and anesthetic study to the procedures and post-operative recovery.
The mission involved close cooperation with local health personnel in the camps to address identified needs, with patient selection coordinated by local health officials. In addition to direct patient care, the nurses contributed to the review and preparation of necessary medical equipment, further enhancing the capacity to deliver crucial healthcare services.
The project was organized and managed by the Asociación de Amigos del Sáhara de Granada, with support from various health institutions that donated essential medical materials. Following the mission's successful conclusion, the Jaén Official College of Nursing acknowledged the commitment and solidarity of the three professionals, highlighting nursing's role in international cooperation and improving health beyond borders.
