Lezhë Regional Hospital Modernized with Expanded Services and Salary Increases for 22,000 Healthcare Workers Nationwide

The Lezhë Regional Hospital was reconstructed in 2025 and now offers modern infrastructure and technology as part of efforts to improve healthcare services at the regional and national levels.
During an inspection of the hospital’s new facilities with Prime Minister Edi Rama, Minister of Health and Social Protection Evis Sala announced the establishment of a new infectious disease service. The unit will provide specialized care for the city of Lezhë and the surrounding region. The model is expected to be extended to other regional hospitals to improve the quality and accessibility of healthcare services.
As part of the development of oncology services, the hospital operates a day chemotherapy unit, which will be rebuilt in line with the same standards and protocols as the University Hospital Center “Mother Teresa,” in accordance with European standards. At the same time, Lezhë is planned to become one of the centers of excellence, aiming to decentralize specialized services beyond Tirana.
The hospital’s performance indicators have remained positive, even during the reconstruction period, reflecting consistency in service delivery to citizens.
Approximately 22,000 doctors, nurses, and support staff across the country will receive a 2.5% salary increase in 2026. This increase takes into account years of service up to 30 years.
As part of ongoing organizational reforms, outpatient services will be separated from hospital services. In this context, the old maternity hospital in the city center will undergo restructuring and be included in the 2027 investment plan. The goal is to manage patient flows more efficiently and improve service delivery for citizens.