Mérida Governor's Surprise Hospital Visit Highlights Commitment to Healthcare

Mérida Governor Makes Surprise Visit to IAHULA University Hospital Mérida, Venezuela – On May 5, 2025, Governor Arnaldo Sánchez of Mérida paid a surprise visit to the IAHULA University Hospital. The visit, captured on video, shows the governor engaging directly with hospital staff and patients. His goal was to assess the hospital's conditions and understand the challenges faced by both workers and patients. "My commitment from day one is to be with the people," stated Governor Sánchez in the video, filmed in a hospital hallway. "I came to IAHULA to see and identify the reality faced by workers and patients." The video shows Sánchez speaking with several hospital employees, including the head of emergency services. The head of emergency services welcomed the governor and expressed gratitude for his visit. A supervisor also spoke, thanking the governor for his attention to the hospital's needs and the broader community. The visit underscores the governor's commitment to hands-on governance and direct engagement with the community. The video provides a visual record of his commitment to improving healthcare in Mérida.