5/19/2026
Qatar Charity (QC) has successfully concluded its cardiac medical camp in Bangladesh, providing life-saving treatment to 108 underprivileged children suffering from congenital heart diseases. The camp was held this month at Bangladesh Specialized Hospital in Dhaka.
Supported by generous contributions from donors in Qatar, the initiative focused primarily on advanced cardiac catheterization procedures carried out by an international and Bangladeshi medical team.
The specialist team included Professor Dr. Mohammed Tawfiq Numan from the University of Texas, USA; Professor Dr. Iyad Al Ammouri, pediatric cardiologist from the University of Jordan; Dr. Mahmoud Ismail Hasan Emar, pediatric anesthesia specialist from Palestine; Abdulla Hussain Ashkenani, Head Technician at the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory at Hamad Hospital in Qatar; Abid Khan, technician at the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory at Hamad Hospital in Qatar; and Nafi Maysarah Mosleh, anesthesia technician from Palestine. A dedicated team of Bangladeshi doctors and healthcare professionals also worked alongside them throughout the camp.
Professor Dr. Mohammed Tawfiq Numan highlighted the humanitarian importance of the initiative, saying:
“Treating children requires not only medical expertise but also compassion and patience. Every child we see here is more than a patient—they are someone’s dream, someone’s hope. We approach each case with the utmost care, ensuring they feel safe and supported throughout the process. Many of these families have struggled for a long time to access treatment, so our responsibility goes beyond the procedure itself—we aim to bring comfort, dignity, and reassurance to both the children and their parents. This is truly a humanitarian effort, where healing the heart also means caring for the human side of every child we treat.”
Growing Needs
Pediatric Cardiologist Professor Dr. Nurun Nahar Fatema, also local coordinator of the Heart Camp, emphasized the continuing demand for specialized pediatric cardiac treatment in Bangladesh.
“The number of children requiring congenital heart treatment remains significantly high. These procedures are costly, and most families simply cannot manage the expenses. This camp is not just about treatment—it’s about giving children a future,” she said.
Thanks & Gratitude
Families from different parts of the country expressed heartfelt appreciation for the support provided through the camp.
Yasin Mia, father of 3.5-year-old Raisa, said: “I am a day laborer, and I never thought I could arrange this treatment for my daughter. Seeing her receive such care without any cost feels like a blessing beyond words.”
Sajeda Begum, mother of Kulsum, shared: “We had been living with fear every day. Now, thanks to this camp, my child has a chance to live a normal life. I will always remember this kindness.”
Abdul Matin, father of 3-year-old Tanzibur Rahman, added: “I had almost given up after failing to manage the treatment expenses. This support has brought hope back into our lives. May Allah reward everyone involved.”
Continuing humanitarian support in Bangladesh
Qatar Charity has been organizing similar pediatric cardiac camps in Bangladesh for several years. Previous camps were held in May 2022, benefiting 31 children; August 2022, benefiting 130 children; February 2024, benefiting 100 children; and April 2025, where around 110 children received treatment.
This year’s completed initiative further reflects Qatar Charity’s long-term commitment to improving access to specialized healthcare services for disadvantaged communities in Bangladesh.