Head of the National General Authority for Organ, Tissue, and Cell Transplantation visits the Sirte Oncology Treatment Center.
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Sirte, February 2, 2026 – The head of the National General Authority for Organ, Tissue, and Cell Transplantation, a member of the accreditation committee at the Arab Council for Health Specializations, visited the Sirte Oncology Treatment Center today to follow up on the readiness of medical and training programs.
Sources at the center explained that the visit included a tour of the general surgery and oncology surgery departments, operating rooms, and clinics. The visit aimed to assess work mechanisms, organizational levels, department preparations, and the available human and medical capabilities.
The head of the National Authority for Organ, Tissue, and Cell Transplantation in Libya, a member of the accreditation committee at the Arab Council for Health Specializations, expressed admiration for the evident readiness, professional organization, and technical and human resources observed, which reflect the efforts made by the center’s management and staff. He emphasized the importance of this level of preparedness in supporting the development paths of medical and training programs.
Sirte
Sirte is a coastal city in Libya that gained prominence as the birthplace and stronghold of former leader Muammar Gaddafi, who developed it extensively during his rule. Historically a minor trading post, it was the site of intense fighting during the 2011 Libyan Civil War and again in 2016.
National General Authority for Organ, Tissue, and Cell Transplantation
The National General Authority for Organ, Tissue, and Cell Transplantation is a Saudi Arabian government body established to regulate and oversee all transplantation activities within the country. It was founded to create a centralized, ethical system for organ donation and transplantation, aiming to increase donor rates and ensure medical compliance. Its history is tied to the 2010 Saudi Law of Organ Transplantation, which provided the legal framework for its operations.
Arab Council for Health Specializations
The Arab Council for Health Specializations (ACHS) is a non-profit organization established in 1978 under the auspices of the Arab League. Its primary mission is to develop and standardize postgraduate medical education and professional certification across Arab countries to improve healthcare quality in the region.
Sirte Oncology Treatment Center
The Sirte Oncology Treatment Center is a specialized medical facility in Sirte, Libya, established to provide cancer care in a region heavily impacted by conflict. Its history is directly tied to Libya’s civil wars, having suffered significant damage and disruption during the battles for control of the city in 2016.
Libya
Libya is a North African country with a rich history rooted in ancient civilizations like the Phoenicians and Romans, followed by centuries of Arab and Ottoman influence. In the modern era, it was an Italian colony before gaining independence in 1951, later becoming known for Muammar Gaddafi’s lengthy rule from 1969 until the 2011 revolution. Its cultural sites include the well-preserved Roman ruins of Leptis Magna, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
