US Embassy representatives visit Jo Ann University Hospital handing over gifts to children

The representatives of the United States Embassy to Georgia on Friday visited the Jo Ann University Hospital in Tbilisi and handed over the gifts to the patients in the children's department, the European University said.

Tamar Zarginava, a Vice-rector of European University and Zaza Sopromadze, an Executive Director of the Jo Ann University Hospital, as well as Maya Tsanava, a Deputy Director and Khatuna Dolidze, a chair of the psycho-rehabilitation centre of the hospital, have hosted the guests, expressing their gratitude to the Embassy staff.

Photo: European University

The University officials highlighted the US support, within the framework of which a new paediatric oncology department will be opened at the hospital, where children suffering from cancer will be able to receive treatment in accordance with modern standards.

The Jo Ann University Hospital was founded by American philanthropist Jo Ann McGowan together with Georgian surgeons 25 years ago, whose efforts made it possible to ensure treatment for children with heart issues on the spot. 

The hospital had operated under the name of the Medical Center until 2022, before its transfer to the ownership of European University.