Hamad Medical Corporation records over 3 million outpatient visits and 24 million laboratory tests in 2024
Hamad Medical Corporation records over 3 million outpatient visits and 24 million laboratory tests in 2024

Doha, Qatar: The Outpatient Department of Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) recorded more than 3 million visits in 2024, while its laboratory conducted an impressive 24 million tests, according to recently released statistics. HMC, the primary public healthcare provider in Qatar, oversees 12 hospitals, including nine specialist facilities and three community hospitals, along with essential services such as the Ambulance Service and Paediatric Emergency Services.


Since the start of 2024, HMC has been publishing monthly statistics, revealing that outpatient services and laboratory tests have emerged as the most sought-after healthcare services. The data indicates a notable increase in demand, particularly in the second half of the year.


The Outpatient Department reported a total of 3,198,989 visits throughout 2024, with 1,770,362 visits occurring from July to December—a remarkable 24% increase compared to the 1,428,627 visits documented in the first half of the year.


Additionally, the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology (DLMP) performed 24,372,843 tests in total. Of these, 11,759,079 tests were conducted in the first half, while the second half saw a surge with 12,613,764 tests, reflecting a 7.27% increase in laboratory activity.

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