Internal Medicine Department @ Al-Najaf Al-Ashraf Teaching Hospital
The Internal Medicine Department provides expert, non-surgical care for patients aged 15 to 60, combining thorough diagnostics with personalized treatment plans. The team of four dedicated physicians works in two rotating shifts, ensuring that at least two doctors are always available to provide continuous outpatient care. With more than 150 patients visiting daily, the department is organized to handle a busy workload efficiently, thanks to standardized workflows and a clear triage system that puts patient needs first.
Patients visit the department with a wide range of symptoms, most commonly stomach pain, abdominal discomfort, and general medical concerns. The department manages both acute and chronic conditions, from functional disorders to systemic and multi-organ illnesses typically treated in internal medicine. Each patient receives a personalized diagnostic evaluation and treatment plan, with referrals to specialist units when additional tests or interventions are needed.
Close coordination with the hospital’s laboratory and imaging services supports timely diagnosis and treatment. As a key point of access for adult medical care, the Internal Medicine Department plays an essential role in the hospital’s clinical workflow and referral system.
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Al-Najaf Al-Ashraf Teaching Hospital is a major tertiary healthcare facility located in the holy city of Najaf, around 160 km south of Baghdad. Built between 2009 and 2014 by a German company and officially inaugurated in July 2024, it was conceived to serve as a leading referral centre for the region and beyond. Today, the hospital is managed by Gruppo San Donato and GKSD Investment Holding in partnership with the Iraqi government, bringing international standards of care, advanced technology, and modern management practices to the Iraqi healthcare system.
With 492 inpatient beds, 11 state-of-the-art operating theatres, and 24 intensive care beds, the hospital offers comprehensive services across the most important clinical and surgical specialties, including cardiology, internal medicine, oncology, orthopedics and traumatology, padiatrics, and gynecology. Supported by a team of approximately 3,000 medical, technical, and administrative staff, Al-Najaf Al-Ashraf Teaching Hospital combines advanced medical expertise with a commitment to patient-centred care, positioning itself as a reference point for quality healthcare in Iraq.
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