Mass Khitan and Free Health Services for Samosir Residents, a Collaboration between Sufina Aziz Hospital and Dompet Dhuafa

NORTH SUMATRA – Dompet Dhuafa together with Sufina Aziz General Hospital held a mass circumcision and free medical check-up at Al Hasanah Mosque, Pangururan District, Samosir Regency, on Sunday (12/22/2024). A total of 30 children and 50 adults from four sub-districts, namely Onan Rungu, Harian, Pangururan, and Simanindo, enthusiastically participated in the mass circumcision and free medical check-up.

This activity was held with the aim of providing free health services to people in need, especially in remote areas. With this activity, it is hoped that the health of the local community can improve, as well as provide solutions for families who have difficulty reaching quality health services.

Chairman of the BKM of Al Hasanah Mosque, SH Hutagalung, expressed his gratitude to RSU Sufina Aziz and Dompet Dhuafa North Sumatra Branch (DD Waspada) for working together to organize activities that are very beneficial for residents.

“We really appreciate this activity, hopefully the goodness given brings blessings to all parties involved,” he said.

The head of BKM Masjid Al Hasanah also said that activities like this really help the community, especially those who are unable to access health services independently. With the cooperation between the hospital and social institutions, many residents are helped and feel cared for.

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Maya Kartika, representing Sufina Aziz Hospital, explained that this activity is part of the hospital’s annual program that has been carried out in several different locations.

“This activity is the second point after previously being held at Al Ulum School. Next, we will hold it in Binjai and Medan Petisah. We hope this collaboration can continue and provide extensive benefits,” Maya said.

She then added that this program is not only a form of the hospital’s social responsibility, but also a commitment to have a positive impact on the community. In its implementation, the hospital involves medical professionals to ensure quality services.

The head of Dompet Dhuafa Waspada, Sulaiman, also expressed his appreciation for the solid cooperation in the success of this activity.

“We are grateful for this extraordinary cooperation. For children who take part in circumcision, don’t worry, because the medical personnel on duty are very experienced,” he said enthusiastically.

Sulaiman explained that this collaboration is clear evidence of how social institutions and medical institutions can work together to provide direct benefits to the community. Sulaiman hopes that this activity can inspire other institutions to participate in helping the community.

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