The Minister of Housing and Buildings, Víctor “Ito” Bisonó, led a tour of the key areas of the City of Health in Santo Domingo on Saturday. Along with the director of the National Health Service (SNS), Dr. Julio César Landrón, they inspected the Dr. Ney Arias Lora and Pediatric Dr. Hugo Mendoza hospitals, with the goal of strengthening their medical equipment.
Detailed Inspection in Priority Hospitals
During the visit, Bisonó and Landrón evaluated critical infrastructure in these key areas of the City of Health. The Dr. Ney Arias Lora Hospital, a national reference trauma center, treats over 100,000 emergencies annually, according to SNS data. The Pediatric Dr. Hugo Mendoza Hospital, on the other hand, manages around 50,000 pediatric consultations per year, highlighting the need to modernize diagnostic and surgical equipment.
Commitment to Improve the Dominican Health System
Context of the City of Health
The City of Health, located in Los Mina, has integrated these two hospitals since 2018 as a comprehensive care pole. This supervision is part of a government plan to invest RD$500 million in hospital equipment in 2026, according to official announcements from the Ministry of Public Health. Experts in healthcare management emphasize that strengthening key areas of the City of Health will reduce waiting times and improve survival rates in trauma and pediatrics.
- Evaluation of X-ray and CT scanners at Ney Arias Lora.
- Review of neonatal intensive care units at Hugo Mendoza.
- Planning of acquisitions for minimally invasive surgeries.
Background and Projections
Historically, these facilities have faced overloads due to the high flow of patients from the Greater Santo Domingo area. In 2025, the SNS reported a 20% increase in emergency attendances. Bisonó’s visit, known for his role in public works, aims to align housing resources with healthcare needs. “These key areas of the City of Health will be a priority for cutting-edge equipment,” Landrón expressed during the tour.
The initiative responds to citizen demands for efficient services. Medical organizations such as the Dominican Society of Pediatrics applaud the approach, although they request transparency in tenders. This effort positions the Dominican Republic on the path to a more robust healthcare system, benefiting thousands of families.
The supervision in the key areas of the City of Health marks a concrete step towards hospital modernization, with direct impacts on daily care.
