BEIJING, Sept. 23, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- United Family Healthcare (UFH) today announced the opening of United Family Intermed Hospital in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. United Family Intermed Hospital is a joint cooperation between UFH and International Medical Center (IMC), a leading medical services provider in Mongolia. UFH will work with IMC to manage the hospital, recruit key clinical and administrative leadership, ensure international quality and safety standards, and provide a premium healthcare experience for patients in Ulaanbaatar and across Mongolia. The announcement was made during a grand opening ceremony in Ulaanbataar attended by the Prime Minister of Mongolia, Mr. Norovyn Altankhuyag, as well as business leaders, international insurance providers, and US and Mongolian government dignitaries.
"United Family Intermed Hospital will bring international standard healthcare services to Mongolia," said Roberta Lipson, President of United Family Healthcare. "For some time now, many Mongolians and resident expatriates have been travelling overseas in search of a better healthcare experience and better healthcare outcomes. United Family Intermed Hospital will provide this level of care at home in Ulaanbaatar."
United Family Intermed Hospital is a brand new facility with 90 beds providing a comprehensive range of medical services including obstetrics and gynecology (OBGYN), pediatrics, surgery, internal medicine, family medicine, dentistry, and specialty care such as gastroenterology, endocrinology, urology, cardiovascular, ophthalmology, ear nose and throat (ENT), neurology, dermatology, pulmonary, and nephrology. The hospital also has an emergency department, a state-of-the-art intensive care unit (ICU), and advanced medical technology for diagnosis and treatment. With a mix of international and local physicians, United Family Intermed Hospital focuses on patient-centered care and evidence-based medicine.
Bolormaa Tumendemberel, Director of Intermed Hospital commented, "United Family Intermed Hospital marks a turning point for transforming Mongolia's healthcare industry. We're proud to be working with United Family Healthcare to bring quality care to Mongolians in Ulaanbaatar and beyond."
About United Family Healthcare
United Family Healthcare (UFH) is a regional healthcare services provider based in Beijing. UFH's mission is to provide comprehensive, integrated healthcare services in a uniquely warm and caring patient and family service-oriented environment. UFH owns or operates five hospitals and 14 clinics and constantly strives for quality, safety, and service excellence. In China, all facilities in its system with long-term operation are accredited with the gold standard for quality by Joint Commission International (JCI). More information is available at http://www.ufh.com.cn.
About International Medical Center
International Medical Center LLC (IMC) is a provider of healthcare services in Mongolia. Its premier facility is United Family Intermed Hospital. IMC's investors include MCS Holdings LLC, Shunkhlai Group, Energy Resources LLC as well as the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development and the International Finance Corporation. More information is available at http://www.intermed.mn.
