The surgical anesthesia center and surgical ward of the Xizang Hospital of West China Hospital of Sichuan University (Huaxi Hospital) were put into use on Tuesday, further enhancing the hospital's healthcare services and strengthening its capacity to meet regional medical demands.
Jointly established by the People's Government of Xizang and Huaxi Hospital, the hospital was opened in June. It features 14 clinical departments, eight advanced laboratories, and a planned capacity of 1,499 beds. The addition of new facilities bolsters its ability to address critical healthcare challenges in the region.
"The development of the hospital's departments is closely related with Huaxi Hospital, which also oversees the medical quality here. Department heads, appointed from Huaxi Hospital, are managed under the same standards as their counterparts at Huaxi Hospital," said Jiang Yaowen, executive director of Huaxi Hospital.
In addition, the hospital has established several departments specifically designed to address diseases prevalent in the local population.
"In Xizang, the incidence of osteoarthritis is relatively high. Early and standardized diagnosis and treatment of pain-related diseases can significantly improve patients' quality of life," said Li Jun, head of the hospital's pain management department.
The hospital is also equipped with a state-of-the-art biochemical and immunology testing facilities that operate under fully enclosed management. They can complete more than 30 tests from a single blood sample, delivering results within an hour.
Furthermore, a two-way green channel for patient referrals within 48 hours has been established between the hospital and Huaxi Hospital.
"This makes it easier for patients in Xizang to seek medical treatment outside the region. At the same time, it significantly improves the diagnosis and treatment of complex, major, and critical illnesses, as well as the referral efficiency," said Li Xiaoou, head of the hospital's respiratory and critical care medicine department.
Xizang hospital launches new surgical facilities, boosting regional medical services
