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Over 700 life changing minor surgeries were carried out on people in the Ankole Sub-region by the Association of Surgeons of Uganda (ASOU) in collaboration with Kampala International University Teaching Hospital (KIUTH) as part of celebrations to mark the National Free Surgical Week.

Officiating at the conclusion of the event, Parliament deputy speaker Thomas Tayebwa said “the surgeries are a remarkable achievement that has brought hope and relief to hundreds of Ugandans who had been struggling with various medical conditions.”

"We will support all medical camps to bring healthcare closer to the people and they should rest assured that parliament is commitment to improving healthcare accessibility in the country,” he added.

One of the beneficiaries, Sam Ntumwa, told Monitor that he regained his eyesight after a successful cataract surgery.

KIUTH Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Dr Omar Umi Bunu said, they will continue to provide additional surgeries to patients who registered during the camp.

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