Emirati doctor helps Gaza children hear
The procedure, which is only offered in the UAE, involves inserting a small electronic "snail" device in the ear
Dubai: Emirati doctor Mazen Al Hajiri, who specialises in operations to regain hearing, has been offering his services free of charge to Gazan children who lost their hearing due to Israeli operations over the years.
The procedure, which is only offered in the UAE, involves inserting a small electronic "snail" device in the ear, giving the gift of hearing back to the patient.
The UAE Red Crescent Authority last week inaugurated a centre for hearing in Gaza complete with supplies and modern medical equipment with the agreement of Saleh Al Ta'ei, the director of relief and emergencies for the society.
"This centre is the first of its kind in the Middle East," said Al Ta'ei, who declined to comment on how much money had been invested.
Al Hajiri says he was motivated to come to Gaza during last winter's war, when satellite news showed non-stop footage of heavy shelling and terrified civilians huddling in shelters across the densely populated territory.
