QUICK FACTS
Date of Birth
1973
Al-Shati Refugee Camp, West Gaza
Place of Birth
Why Featured?
Unwavering commitment to pediatric healthcare under challenging circumstances.
BRIEF BIO
Dr. Mohammad Abu Salmiya is a distinguished Palestinian pediatrician acclaimed for his dedication to pediatric medicine and healthcare management, particularly in the challenging environment of the Gaza Strip.
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DATE
Monday, January 26, 2026
MAJOR MILESTONES
Key dates & turning points
1998 - Return to Gaza after completing medical studies in Kyiv, Ukraine.
2007 - Appointed as Medical Director of Al-Nasser Pediatric Hospital.
2013 - Achieved Palestinian board certification in pediatrics.
2015 - Took over management of the Al Rantisi Children's Hospital.
2019 - Became the Director of Shifa Medical Complex...See More
CONTRIBUTIONS
What they did, and why it matters
Expansion of Shifa Hospital's Emergency Department (2023) - Enhanced capacity and facilities, doubling the number of beds and intensive care units.
Renovation of Maternity Building at Shifa Hospital - Initiated crucial renovation projects, improving maternal and child health services.
Development of Interventional Radiology Department - Spearheaded efforts for a state-of-the-art radiology department with international support.
Pediatric Conference Leadership - Organized and participated in significant pediatric conferences locally and internationally.
Refusal to Abandon Patients (2023) - Demonstrated exceptional dedication and bravery by refusing to leave his patients during his arrest by Israeli forces after they have terrorally invaded the hospital...See More
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Last updated
Jan 26, 2026
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