KOTA KINABALU: A nurse here lived up to her oath of saving lives and caring for the sick even after her death.
Sulimah Gilong (pic), 59, who had served with the Health Ministry for 34 years, since 1989, registered as an organ donor in 2015.
After being declared brain dead sometime this year, Sulimah carried out her last act of service.
Her wishes as an organ donor were undertaken by Queen Elizabeth Hospital II after obtaining written consent from her next of kin.
Sabah health director Dr Asits Sanna said Sulimah had pledged to donate her tissues and organs including her kidneys, liver and corneas.
“From the donation, the late Sulimah saved the lives of three patients who suffered from kidney and liver failure, and gave the gift of sight to two others.
“She was a nurse who served diligently during her life and continued to contribute even after her passing.
“The Sabah Health Department would like to record its highest appreciation to her family for fulfilling her wishes and the gift of life bestowed by her,” he said in a statement here.
Dr Asits said this was the first donation of multiple organs and tissues, and the fifth overall organ donation, in Sabah this year.
He added that the late Sulimah had last served at the Medical Ward 4 and Respiratory Ward of the hospital.
“She was a dedicated nurse in carrying out her duties, was well liked by her colleagues and concerned for the needs of her patients,” he said.
Dr Asits also called on the public to take her final act as both an inspiration and a good example.
