علاج سرطان الرئة في Centro doctor Docente Siglo 21

Centro Médico Docente Siglo 21 is a private teaching hospital in San Francisco de Macorís, Dominican Republic. Founded in 1992, the center operates four buildings and five branches. The Ministry of Public Health recognizes it as a third-level care center. It serves as the primary teaching hospital in the Dominican northeast.

Key Facts and Accreditations

Grupo Médico Unido, a group of local specialists, founded the hospital. It was the first facility in its region to receive third-level care certification. The medical staff includes over 100 specialists across 32 clinical departments.

The hospital has formal teaching agreements with the Catholic University of the Northeast. It also partners with the Autonomous University of Santo Domingo for medical residencies.

Cardiovascular and Hemodynamics Services

Cardiac care is based at the Center for Advanced Cardiology of the Northeast (CECANOR). The Hemodynamics Unit provides diagnostic catheterization and interventional vascular imaging. Specialists perform several minimally invasive procedures:

• Coronary stent placement
• Permanent and temporary pacemaker insertion
• Cardiac arrhythmia studies
• Lower limb and renal arteriography
• Vena cava filter placement
• Kidney denervation for resistant hypertension

Dr. Ruddy García Safadit and Dr. Jorge Vásquez Simo lead the cardiology services. Dr. Vásquez Simo has specialized training in HOLTER and MAPA monitoring.

Surgery and Nephrology Units

The Surgery Unit performs general, laparoscopic, and bariatric procedures. Dr. Joan Javier Jacobo R. specializes in complex oncologic and hepatopancreatobiliary surgery. The team also treats diabetic foot conditions and performs vascular procedures.

A dedicated Hemodialysis Unit manages nephrology services. It provides care for chronic kidney disease and acute renal failure. Available treatments include:

• Continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT)
• Peritoneal dialysis
• Kidney biopsy
• Vascular surgery for dialysis access
• Kidney transplant coordination

Patients in the Hemodialysis Unit also receive psychological support during treatment.

Pediatric Care and Rehabilitation

The pediatric department treats infants, children, and adolescents across various sub-specialties. Dr. Coralia Núñez Santos focuses on pediatric cardiology. Dr. María Camilo Lantigua specializes in pediatric neurology. ENT and gastroenterology services are also available for younger patients.

The Physiatry and Rehabilitation unit offers physical therapy for adults and children. Therapists use mechanotherapy and hydrotherapy to help recovery. They also perform electromyography to study nerve and muscle function. Podoscopy analyzes footprints and gait patterns.

Diagnostic Technology and Emergency Services

The Advanced Diagnostic Unit provides medical imaging for scheduled and urgent cases. Equipment includes MRI, CT, and mammography. Specialists use densitometry to measure bone density and ultrasound for prenatal diagnosis. The unit also performs complex brain CT scans and cardiac imaging.

Emergency services run 24/7 with areas for triage and trauma care. The unit has a chest pain unit and a gynecological area for pregnant patients. Adult and neonatal intensive care units (UCI and UCIN) support critical care.

International Patient Support

International Services offer packages and logistical support for foreign travelers. The Virtual Second Opinions Program lets patients consult specialists remotely. Support includes transportation management and help with local accommodations. The hospital provides airport pickup and coordinates care through the recovery phase.