Tetovo Hospital receives 74 million euros for modernization, Kasami and Klekovski call it the most vital investment for Polog

Health Minister Sasho Klekovski, accompanied by Bilall Kasami, Mayor of Tetovo, director Erzen Elezi and Zlatko Perinski from the Health Insurance Fund, carried out an inspection today at Tetovo Hospital.

During the visit, the plan for deep reconstruction, capacity expansion and state-of-the-art equipment for the institution was unveiled. The estimated total investment amounts to around 4.56 billion denars, or about 74 million euros, while the way financing will be divided will be decided after the necessary analyses and procedures are completed.

The plan includes a radical transformation: from the reconstruction of the Surgery and Internal Medicine wards, to the construction of a previously unknown pavilion for several medical specialties. Also, a separate building will be erected for gynecology, obstetrics and neonatology, together with the purchase of modern medical technology and IT systems. Meanwhile, degraded structures will free up space for a complete reorganization of the hospital courtyard.

Minister Klekovski described this as a new guarantee for the dignity and protection of patients, and a more favorable working environment for staff. “Our goal is for the residents of Tetovo and the entire Polog region to have modern and immediate hospital services at their side, without being forced to leave,” he said.

For his part, Mayor Kasami highlighted that the Government’s major projects have not stopped, regardless of who is in power. “This shows that the strategic initiatives of this cabinet do not depend on individuals. Today with the new minister and World Bank experts we inspected the facility and marked the start of the procedure for the most vital project for the western area of Macedonia. We are fully confident that this investment will serve the community as soon as possible,” he added.

The investment directly affects around 251,500 inhabitants of Polog and aims to bring more local treatments, reducing queues and frequent referrals towards Skopje.

After the meeting with World Bank officials, it became clear that immediate phases include drafting a feasibility study, technical documentation and a cost-benefit analysis, which will lead to the selection of a secure and long-term financing model.