Minister for Health Kamil Šaško visited the Faculty Hospital F. D. Roosevelt in Banská Bystrica today, where he personally became familiar with ongoing work on a project funded by the Recovery and Resilience Plan. This project aims to develop a hospital to meet high standards of healthcare of the 21st century. On this occasion the minister also introduced the professor Eliška Kubíková, a new adviser for the training of medical staff.
Together with the Deputy Prime Minister for the Recovery Plan, Peter Kmec, we have today seen real progress in the construction of a new hospital in Banská Bystrica that will provide top-class healthcare, said Minister Šaško. All deadlines and milestones for the implementation of individual works are properly and in a timely manner, everything is done as planned, and confirmed. For me, it is an absolute priority for the construction of a new hospital with a capacity of 771 beds to be completed by January 2029. We emphasize the patient's safety, health and comfort.
At a press conference, the minister also introduced the first member of his advisory team, the assistant surgeon Eliška Kubíková, who has had significant achievements in the field of surgical oncology and medical education. The professor Kubíková will be responsible for the training of medical personnel, from high school health schools to universities. I believe that investment in high-quality human capital is a key basis for the future of Slovak health. added Minister Shaško.
The Minister also stressed that under his leadership, effective financial flows and the cessation of hospital debt would be a priority. "I intend to present in a short time other consultants who will bring expert insights into the sector's efficiency and to address hospital debt," added the minister. He also expressed the hope that doctors considering giving statements would consider their decision in order to maintain available health care and benefit the Slovak patient.
