Horacio Oduber Hospital Reports Busy October with Increased Patient Care
Horacio Oduber Hospital (HOH) in Aruba had a busy October, performing 599 surgeries and managing 7,895 patient consults. The hospital continues to provide exceptional 24/7 care to the community.
The Horacio Oduber Hospital (HOH) continues to be a vital pillar of healthcare in Aruba. October was an especially active month, with specialists managing higher patient volumes and performing numerous critical procedures.
Key Highlights of October
- Surgeries and Admissions
- A total of 599 surgeries were performed, reflecting the hospital’s high efficiency.
- The hospital admitted 878 patients, a slight increase from September’s 860.
- Of the admissions, 70% were emergency cases, while only 30.8% were planned.
- Outpatient Consults
- Specialists conducted 7,895 patient consultations, an increase of 421 compared to September.
- This demonstrates growing demand for expert medical advice at HOH.
- Emergency Department Visits
- The Emergency Department saw 2,686 patients seeking urgent care. However, 38.7% were referred to general practitioners for non-urgent issues.
- Radiology and Laboratory Services
- Radiology performed 4,333 diagnostic tests, including CT scans, MRIs, and ultrasounds.
- The laboratory processed requests for 14,790 tests, emphasizing its critical role in diagnostics.
HOH: Caring for Aruba’s Growing Community
- Births: October welcomed 81 newborns, with a slightly higher number of girls (45) than boys (36).
- Blood Donations: The Aruba Blood Bank, supported by HOH, received 188 donations, strengthening healthcare readiness.
Hospital Utilization and Staff Dedication
The average patient stay was 4.3 days, and bed occupancy decreased slightly to 83.5%, down from 87.8% in September. The hospital’s 1,200 employees work tirelessly to ensure the smooth running of operations, providing round-the-clock care.
HOH regularly shares these monthly updates to keep the public informed about its workload and achievements.
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