The "Okhmatdyt" Hospital in Kyiv has officially opened its renovated nephrology and dialysis department, which was destroyed during a Russian attack in July 2024.
The renovation lasted six months, from November 2023 to April 2025, as reported by the medical facility.
Funding for the restoration was provided by the German government.
The updated department includes:
- a water purification system;
- technical rooms and restrooms;
- a dialysis room for 6 patients equipped with modern machines;
- two spots for peritoneal dialysis procedures;
- an office for doctors.
Additionally, a solar power station has been installed on the hospital's roof to ensure operation during power outages.
In the outpatient clinic, the "Day Surgery" operating block has been renovated and 30 units of new medical equipment have been purchased, including a modern multifunctional surgical table and an anesthesia machine for MRI.
Moreover, the first medical lift for transporting patients has been introduced.
With the financial support from Germany, repairs are ongoing in other areas of the hospital, expected to be completed by autumn this year.
Due to the Russian attack, the toxicology department suffered the most, with the intensive care unit completely destroyed.
"We are doing everything possible to provide assistance to children in need. The support from our German partners is invaluable in these challenging times," said acting director Oleksandr Urin.
Recall that on July 8, 2024, as a result of a Russian attack, two people were killed, including doctor Svitlana Lukyanchik.
The toxicology building, where dialysis was performed, has been completely destroyed and cannot be restored.
In the old surgical building, nearly all windows were shattered and several departments were significantly damaged.
In the newly constructed building, 13 departments were damaged, including surgical and oncological units.
In July 2024, a contractor was selected for the hospital repair, but the contract was canceled, leading to an investigation into the restoration processes.
The Ministry of Health has now appointed a new director for the hospital and established a supervisory board to oversee the recovery efforts.