Advanced Wound Care Clinic Opens at Hulhumalé Hospital
Inauguration of Advanced Wound Care Clinic at Hulhumalé Hospital Photo: Hulhumalé Hospital
An advanced wound care clinic has been established at Hulhumalé Hospital, providing modern treatment options previously unavailable in the area.
The facility, named the “Wound Care Clinic,” was inaugurated during a ceremony attended by key officials from the Malé City Group of Hospitals.
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We are proud to launch our Advanced Wound Care Clinic, a much-needed service for patients with chronic and complex wounds.
This important initiative, led by Dr. Mohamed Waheed, Consultant Subspecialist in Plastic Surgery at @igmhmv pic.twitter.com/59YXXFXBg1— Hulhumalé Hospital (@HMH_mv) April 17, 2025
Speaking at the event, the CEO of the hospital group, Ibrahim Haleem, emphasised that the healthcare facilities under the group operate in collaboration, not in competition. He also noted that new services will be introduced in the future to improve access to healthcare.
Following the inauguration, plastic surgeon Dr Mohamed Waheed welcomed the introduction of the clinic, describing it as a significant improvement for patients in Hulhumalé. He pointed out that until now, such specialised wound treatment was only available at Indira Gandhi Memorial Hospital (IGMH) in Malé, requiring patients to travel for care.
The clinic will operate twice a week, on Tuesdays and Thursdays. According to the hospital, the Advanced Wound Care Clinic will use the latest dressing materials available globally, and treatment will be administered according to structured care plans.
Dr Waheed explained that in the absence of a dedicated wound clinic, patients with chronic wounds often need to visit multiple doctors. The new facility allows for proper patient registration and appointment scheduling, streamlining access to care and improving treatment outcomes.
He added that the demand for wound care services is increasing, particularly among patients with diabetes, accident survivors, and individuals who are bedridden. As the national population continues to age, the number of people requiring such treatment is also on the rise.
Since January, Hulhumalé Hospital has treated 5,076 patients for wound-related issues. Of these, 23 cases were identified as requiring advanced treatment, according to hospital records.
