State transforms the public health network with more than 40 units since 2019
Sespa celebrates the expansion of assistance throughout Pará and shares stories about the qualification in health care for those who need it most
Since 2019, the Helder Barbalho Administration has promoted a true transformation in the state public health network, with more than 40 deliveries made to date. These include regional and municipal hospitals, polyclinics, Basic Health Units, expansions and constructions, as well as the implementation of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Care Centers and the Specialized Center for Autism Spectrum Disorder (Cetea).
The units have been delivered in various regions of Integration in Pará. The goal is to decentralize and qualify the population's access to medium and high complexity services.
Hospital Day, celebrated on July 2, is a great opportunity for the state government to celebrate achievements directly linked to the quality of life of the people of Pará.
“These deliveries represent a commitment to the dignity and health of our population. Each hospital delivered is more than just a building; it is an act of care, respect, and valuing life,” said the State Secretary of Public Health, Ivete Vaz.
Hospitals welcome with humanized care new technologies
Among the examples is the Regional Hospital of Castanhal, delivered in 2020 with 120 beds, which began to offer high complexity services such as hemodynamics. It was there that farmer Maria Amir, 63, was finally able to continue her treatment for an aneurysm.
Maria Amir's son, Welligson Gomes, recalls that the wait of more than a year ended with dignity. “She didn't even want to continue treatment because of the problems that were happening in Belém, in addition to the distance. Here in Castanhal, we were welcomed, and her life was saved,” he said.
Maria was moved by the team that attended her: “What caught my attention the most was the love they have for us. I am in love with all of them. The treatment is different; it makes us feel good and safe. We receive affection and even fruits,” said the patient, who is doing well.
Hospitals qualify the daily lives of patients
Also in northeastern Pará, the Caetés Hospital Complex in Capanema, the Regional Hospital, and the Polyclinic Francisco de Freitas Filho are references. The Hospital serves a large audience. People like Odileia Procópio, 52, a resident of Tracuateua, who spent 20 days in the ICU in April of this year.
“I was well treated from the moment I arrived. This made all the difference in my recovery. Everyone demonstrated a professionalism and humanity that deserve to be recognized,” she stated.
Simone Gomes Alves, 35, a resident of Capanema, is assisted at the Polyclinic. “Physical therapy has been essential in my recovery. I believe that soon I will be able to go through the same journey with my other leg and thus recover my ability to walk. Grateful to everyone,” she highlighted.
Abelardo Santos has already surpassed 1 million attendances
In Belém, the Abelardo Santos Regional Hospital, the largest unit in the state network, is a symbol of innovation and a reference in obstetrics, gynecology, pediatrics, and care for indigenous peoples. Since its delivery in 2019, it has already surpassed the mark of 1 million attendances. With 360 beds and 11 specialties, it was the place where Camila Borges and José Roberto Sanches's first child was born.
“From the entrance to the postpartum period, everything was smooth, with a lot of care and humanization. We couldn't have chosen a better place to have our child,” says Camila Borges. The father adds: “I will carry this unit in my heart. Here our dream was born.”
The capital also receives reinforcements in assistance - Belém also received important investments, such as the new Emergency Room of Augusto Montenegro, delivered in May 2024, with 115 beds, modern structure, and 24-hour urgent and emergency services. In March 2025, the Pará Women's Hospital was delivered as the first in the public network focused exclusively on female care, with 120 beds and more than 20 specialties.
Suelen Moraes, 37, a resident of Belém, was one of the patients assisted in the Emergency Room. Referred after a campaign at the Usina da Paz da Terra Firme, she underwent surgery at the Women's Hospital. “Everything was wonderful, from the Usina da Paz to here. The care is humanized, and the structure is excellent, with professionals from various areas accompanying us with a lot of affection,” she reported.
Marilene Baena, 24, came from Capitão Poço (in the northeastern state) to treat crises caused by gallstones. After emergency care, she was referred to the Women's Hospital, where she received multidisciplinary assistance. “Here I felt welcomed. It is a hospital that understands women's needs, with structure and care that make all the difference,” she stated.
Expansion of the hospital network is a reality in the interior
From 2019 until now, the state government has delivered units in regions historically lacking health services, such as the Regional Hospital of Tapajós in Itaituba, with 164 beds. It was in this unit that Ronaldo Viana da Silva, 55, underwent a laser prostate surgery and had his health restored. “From the doctors to those who serve food and clean, everyone is excellent. The hospital's structure is very good, and the procedure exceeded all my expectations,” he stated.
The Public Hospital of Castelo dos Sonhos in Altamira; the Regional Hospital of PA-279 in Ourilândia do Norte, with 120 beds and cutting-edge structure to serve more than 500,000 people; in addition to municipal hospitals rebuilt in Jacundá, Sapucaia, Bannach, Eldorado dos Carajás, Santana do Araguaia, São Domingos do Capim, Monte Alegre, and Soure, also strengthen this network.
In the Baixo Tocantins region, the Santa Rosa Regional Hospital in Abaetetuba is another example. The unit was delivered in 2020 to the population. Pedro do Nascimento Santana, 59, is the family that thanks for the assistance they receive. Pedro has been hospitalized for more than 90 days in the ICU. “I am immensely grateful for the respect and sensitivity with which we are treated,” declared his wife, Eliete Leão.
In the western Pará, the Regional Hospital of Baixo Amazonas (HRBA) in Santarém, hairdresser Adria Pinto, 33, is undergoing chemotherapy sessions after an oncological diagnosis. “All the professionals are loving and polite. I am already on the fifth session and feel well cared for,” she said.
In the municipality of Oriximiná, the Menino Jesus Regional Hospital is also essential. Patient Eloísa Ribeiro Gomes, 8, a resident of Óbidos, underwent surgery on her right radius after a fracture. “The whole team welcomed us well. We are grateful for the positive result of the surgery,” reported Eloísa's mother, Josiane dos Santos.
New deliveries by 2026 - The state government's expansion plan for the public hospital network foresees, by 2026, the delivery of Maternal-Child Hospitals in Marabá, Santarém, Breves, and Altamira; in addition to the Regional Hospital of Parauapebas and new polyclinics in Santarém, Breves, and Altamira.
“Our goal is to ensure that, in every corner of Pará, people have dignified access to health, without having to leave their territory. We will continue to advance with responsibility, sensitivity, and respect for the people of Pará,” concluded Secretary Ivete Vaz.
