Santo Domingo. – More than one million pesos Gadiel Fund They will be used to finance open heart surgeries in children diagnosed with congenital heart disease, according to the Senatorial Office of the National District.
The senator Omar Fernandez He detailed that the amount amounting to RD$1,059,000corresponding to the February period, was assigned to cover highly complex surgical interventions that many families cannot afford due to their high costs. He explained that this type of procedures can reach figures in the millions, which limits timely access to treatments that are decisive for the survival of minors.
Technical support for performing these surgeries
The medical day will be carried out in coordination with the local chapter of Heart Carean organization that channels specialists and technical support to perform these surgeries in the country. The initiative will prioritize children from homes in vulnerable economic conditions.
At the event, the community leader Leo Corporán He valued the dedication of the volunteer medical personnel who participate in this type of programs, highlighting their solidarity contribution in favor of pediatric patients.
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The Gadiel Fund was conceived as a mechanism to direct public resources toward social impact projects in the National District, especially in areas such as health and community assistance. With this new assignment, the Senate seeks to facilitate access to specialized procedures and reinforce medical coverage for sectors that face greater economic limitations.
