Existence of alternative state oncology facilities for children, adults are “vitally important” - Health Minister

Georgian Health Minister Zurab Azarashvili on Friday said the existence of alternative institutions providing essential services for children with oncological diseases was “of vital importance”, adding that working in this direction has already started. 

Azarashvili said a special group was created to study the experience and practice of different countries, as the knowledge of foreign colleagues would “significantly” help Georgia in this regard, adding Israel had one of the best practices.

He noted the meetings had been held with the Israeli delegation, assessing the possibilities of the country both in terms of infrastructure and equipment. 

In his announcement, Azarashvili also highlighted the question of relevant medical staff and training, as well as the creation of resident programmes.