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Leaders
2 days ago
- Health
- Leaders
Shattered Lives: US Surgeon Exposes Gaza's Unspeakable Healthcare Crisis
In a powerful address to the UN Security Council, Dr. Feroze Sidhwa, an American trauma and critical care surgeon, shared his harrowing experiences in Gaza. He emphasized the urgent need for action to address the humanitarian crisis unfolding in the region. Dr. Sidhwa stated, 'I am an American trauma and critical care surgeon based in Stockton, California. I come before you today to speak about the Gaza Strip, where I have volunteered twice since October 7th.' His words resonated deeply, shedding light on the dire conditions faced by the people of Gaza. Witnessing the Destruction of Healthcare Dr. Sidhwa recounted his time volunteering at European Hospital and Nasser Medical Complex in Khan Yunus. He described the appalling state of healthcare facilities, stating, 'In Gaza, I operated in hospitals without sterility, electricity, or anesthetics.' His experiences revealed the systematic dismantling of the healthcare system, which has been exacerbated by ongoing military actions. He lamented, 'The medical system has not failed. It has been systematically dismantled through a sustained military campaign that has willfully violated international humanitarian law.' The surgeon's testimony highlighted the tragic consequences of the conflict on innocent civilians, particularly children. 'My patients were six-year-olds with shrapnels in their heart and bullets in their brains,' he recalled, emphasizing the heartbreaking reality faced by families in Gaza. Dr. Sidhwa's observations painted a grim picture of a society on the brink of collapse, where children suffer unimaginable trauma. He stated, 'Many died. Those who lived often awoke to find their entire families gone.' A Call for Immediate Action Dr. Sidhwa urged the UN Security Council to take decisive action to alleviate the suffering in Gaza. He outlined several critical measures, including an immediate ceasefire and the reopening of Gaza's crossings for humanitarian aid. 'I urge the council, and especially my own government, to act with urgency on these enforceable measures,' he implored. His passionate plea underscored the need for international cooperation to address the humanitarian crisis. The surgeon emphasized the importance of ensuring humanitarian access to those in need. He stated, 'We must affirm support for existing U.N. mechanisms, back UNRWA, and ensure NGOs with expertise in reaching and providing specialized care to those in need have unimpeded full access.' Dr. Sidhwa's call for action resonated with the urgency of the situation, as he highlighted the dire consequences of inaction. A Plea for Humanity In closing, Dr. Sidhwa's testimony served as a poignant reminder of the human cost of conflict. He warned, 'If this continues, there will be no Palestinian doctors left, no one to care for the sick and wounded.' His words echoed the sentiments of many who are calling for an end to the violence and a commitment to humanitarian principles. The surgeon's heartfelt plea for compassion and action remains a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. As the world watches, it is imperative that we heed Dr. Sidhwa's call for humanity and take meaningful steps to support the people of Gaza. The time for action is now. Short link : Post Views: 1
Arab Times
2 days ago
- Politics
- Arab Times
Mind boggling ... experts turn blind eye to tragedy in Gaza
Ehud Olmert, former Israeli Prime Minister (2006–2009), wrote in an article published in Haaretz, 'What we are doing in Gaza is a war of destruction, indiscriminate killing, and crimes against civilians, all carried out as a result of a government policy dictated by malice, and a lack of sense of responsibility. Yes, we are committing 'war crimes.' How can Netanyahu openly say that Gaza must be starved and that two million people should be deprived of basic human needs? Yes, there are 'terrorists', and we must fight them, but what the government is doing is not a war on Hamas. Rather, it increasingly looks like a political war waged by a prime minister and a group of thugs representing the Israeli government.' Israeli Jewish historian and intellectual Ilan Pappe asked, 'Why do intellectuals become fools when they defend Israel? It is surprising to see senior academics, politicians, and journalists continue to support the current Israeli government. These are highly educated, knowledgeable people on virtually every global issue, and we respect their expertise and perspectives. Yet, when it comes to Israel, we are forced to ask - How can some of the most capable and informed among them be so blind as to uncritically echo the Israeli narrative, without criticism or questioning, despite the critical thinking they apply elsewhere? This phenomenon demands serious investigation. We call it moral stupidity. It is unbelievable and utterly foolish. 'The Germans are particularly notable in this regard. I don't know if anyone has truly engaged with German intellectuals about why they still back Israel. It is deeply embarrassing and calls for careful analysis and understanding. It's as if they are willing to humiliate themselves while believing they are intellectuals, researchers, and journalists, yet they choose to appease a state that commits daily aggression against other people.' In a powerful speech to the Security Council about the situation in Gaza, American trauma surgeon Dr. Feroz Sidhwa shared his firsthand experience witnessing the severe impact on Gaza's healthcare system during his medical missions to Khan Yunis. He said, 'I am not here as a policymaker, but as a doctor who has seen the destruction of healthcare infrastructure, the targeting of medical personnel, and the suffering of an entire community.' Dr. Sidhwa described performing surgeries under extremely difficult conditions, including operating on unsanitary floors without adequate anesthesia, and treating children suffering from preventable conditions due to restricted access to medical supplies. He also recounted caring for pregnant women with severe injuries. Dr. Sidhwa revealed that 83 percent of American medical personnel in Gaza reported treating children with gunshot wounds to the head or chest. 'This is not a failure of the system. It has been systematically dismantled through violations of international law,' he stated. He also condemned the man-made famine that is now claiming more civilian lives than the bombs. His testimony culminated in the March 18 mass casualty incident at Nasser Hospital, where 221 wounded had arrived one morning. Ninety of them were found dead on arrival, nearly half of them children, killed by an assault overwhelming any besieged healthcare system. Parents identified their children's remains by their clothing. Highlighting the psychological toll of the conflict, he said, 'Nearly half of Gaza's children are now suicidal, some asking, 'Why didn't I die with my family?'' Dr. Sidhwa appealed to the Security Council to implement seven urgent measures, including an arms embargo, condemning their inaction as 'evidence of the collapse of the global conscience' while Gaza's last doctors and a generation of Palestinians face annihilation. He concluded his testimony with a powerful statement - 'You cannot claim ignorance when children no longer want to live.' And yet, after all this, a controversial Kuwaiti writer called on Palestinians to surrender ... to their fate.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Noel Technologies Showcases Lab-to-Fab Semiconductor Process Methodologies to Accelerate Biomedical Applications at Sensors Converge 2025
Visit us at Sensors Converge 2025 - Booth 1048 CTO Dr. Ardy Sidhwa to Speak at General Conference on Cutting-Edge Advances in MEMS and Sensor Technologies Sunnyvale, California--(Newsfile Corp. - June 6, 2025) - Noel Technologies, a Pure Wafer Company, and a leading provider of semiconductor process optimization and development solutions, announced today that it will showcase its creative process capabilities for biomedical, MEMS and photonics applications at the annual Sensors Converge Conference, taking place June 24-26 at the Santa Clara Convention Center, Santa Clara, California. On day one of the conference, company CTO Dr. Ardy Sidhwa will present on Noel Technologies' unique concept-to-volume manufacturing model, which accelerates development across a wide range of novel semiconductor, biotech, and photonics applications. Sensors Converge Event Details: What: Sensors Converge 2025Where: Santa Clara Convention CenterWhen: June 214-26Booth: Noel Technologies - Booth 1048Keynote: Day 1, Dr. Ardy Sidhwa At Sensors Converge 2025, Dr. Sidhwa will share Noel's innovative lab-to-fab semiconductor processes and explain how they are driving advancements in biomedical applications, intelligent sensing, multi-sensor integration, and smart manufacturing. "These creative solutions are enabling cutting-edge sensor technologies in IoT, biomedical, and industrial sectors—supported by Noel's faster prototyping cycles and a more streamlined path to market," noted Dr. Sidhwa. Sidhwa's presentation will also explore the strategic advantages of Noel's integration process, including cost savings via onshore services (e.g., wafer reclaim and reuse) and enhanced supply chain resilience through domestic sourcing of critical materials and fabrication. "Emerging MEMS and sensor technologies require both advanced and creative process capabilities and reliable pathways to volume manufacturing," said S. Mark Borowicz, CEO of Pure Wafer, Noel Technologies' parent company. "Together, Noel Technologies and Pure Wafer offer a unique synergy and a complete silicon solution by combining Pure Wafer's extensive portfolio of exotic dielectric and metal thin films—enabled through our exclusive relationship with Lam Research—with Noel's proprietary MEMS processes. This collaboration enhances device performance and overall yield for next-generation sensors." About Noel Technologies Based in Silicon Valley, Noel Technologies brings over three decades of expertise in microfabrication, including state-of-the-art lithography, etching, thin-film deposition, and multilayer integration across biomedical, MEMS, photonics, and semiconductor applications. The company's versatile facility supports wafer diameters from 50 mm to 300 mm—offering both small-scale prototyping and full 300 mm production. Noel excels in integrating novel materials and processes to fabricate complex structures that lack conventional manufacturing paths. With expertise in both wet and plasma etching of silicon, dielectrics, and metals, Noel's proven "Lab-to-Fab" approach bridges R&D to high-volume production—accelerating the commercialization of cutting-edge designs. To learn more, visit or contact info@ # # # To view the source version of this press release, please visit Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
28-05-2025
- General
Gazan children wait for food in long lines as starvation looms
As the humanitarian crisis in Gaza continues to unfold, video showed children sitting in lines waiting for food on the side of the road on Tuesday. Two million people in the Gaza Strip face "extreme hunger and famine without immediate action," the World Food Programme said last week. The children gathered by a community kitchen, waiting with their empty pots, according to the video verified by ABC News. In the scramble for hot food, a child was scalded after hot soup was spilled on him, the video shows. The child is seen crying in pain as someone pours water on him. Another video showed a child scooping up flour spilled on the ground mixed with dirt. "The children of Gaza need protection," UNICEF, the U.N. agency for children, said in a statement on Tuesday. "They need food, water, and medicine. They need a ceasefire. But more than anything, they need immediate, collective action to stop this once and for all." Last week, more than a dozen World Food Programme trucks were looted in southern Gaza while en route to WFP supported bakeries. "These trucks were transporting critical food supplies for hungry populations waiting anxiously for assistance. Hunger, desperation, and anxiety over whether more food aid is coming, is contributing to rising insecurity," the WFP said in a statement. The Israeli government had been implementing a blockade on all humanitarian aid being sent into Gaza since March 2. The blockade was instituted to pressure Hamas to release the remaining hostages, Israel said. Humanitarian groups and the United Nations have distanced themselves from the new plan to distribute aid into Gaza that began last week. Aid trucks started slowly re-entering Gaza last week, according to the U.N. and the Gaza Government Media Office. "WFP cannot safely operate under a distribution system that limits the number of bakeries and sites where Gaza's population can access food. WFP and its partners must also be allowed to distribute food parcels directly to families -- the most effective way to prevent widespread starvation," the WFP said last week. The Israeli blockade on humanitarian aid entering the Gaza Strip has caused widespread malnutrition and conditions likely to lead to famine, according to the U.N. and other international aid organizations. One in five people in Gaza, about 500,000 people, faces starvation, the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification platform said on May 12, according to the U.N. Of those, 71,000 children need treatment for acute malnutrition, according to the report. Dr. Feroze Sidhwa, an American physician who volunteered in Gaza in 2024 and last month, spoke at the U.N. on Wednesday, describing the day Israel broke the ceasefire in March as the day he "witnessed the most extreme casualty event of my career." He said he had 221 trauma patients in his care. Sidhwa also criticized the controversial new aid plan for Gaza, which he said constitutes a "weaponization and politicization of aid." "If this continues, there will be no Palestinian doctors left -- no one to care for the sick and wounded," Sidwha said. "No Palestinians left to rebuild the health care system. We are losing a generation before our eyes, condemning patients to die from hunger, disease and despair -- deaths that could have been prevented."
Middle East Eye
10-04-2025
- Health
- Middle East Eye
An American surgeon in Gaza describes what he saw
Dr Feroze Sidhwa, a trauma surgeon stationed at one of Gaza's largest hospitals says the carnage this week is beyond anything he has seen in Ukraine or anywhere. More than 500 have been killed by Israeli airstrikes since Tuesday, when Israel's government broke a two-month ceasefire with Hamas and has escalated attacks since. Hospitals continue to be overwhelmed with more than 900 injuries and facing ongoing shortages since food and fuel were cut off by Israel's government in early March. UNICEF says Tuesday was the single deadliest day for children in Gaza since the war began. On this episode of The Big Picture Podcast, Sidhwa, a volunteer trauma surgeon at Nasser Hospital, describes the daily 'carnage' he witnesses in Gaza. Subscribe and listen on all podcast platforms: Middle East Eye delivers independent and unrivalled coverage and analysis of the Middle East, North Africa and beyond. To learn more about republishing this content and the associated fees, please fill out this form . More about MEE can be found here .
