4th March 2024

New water purification system for hemodialysis at SAk

Last week, a new water purification system for hemodialysis was put into use at SAk. It is a revolution in water purification and the system is much safer and quieter than the previous system.

29th February 2024

Fun at job-fair

SAk made its mark once again at the Job Fair that took place at the University of Akureyri today. A large crowd from primary schools in the area was expected, but secondary school students and university students were also welcome.

28th February 2024

Harpa Snædal appointed chief physician of medical students

Harpa Snædal, a obstetrician and gynecologist at SAk, has been appointed head of medical students at SAk.

22nd February 2024

New building likely to rise at SAk by the end of 2028

The preparations for the design and construction of a new building at the Akureyri Hospital are underway. The project includes the design of a new building of approximately 9,200 m2, along with the design of the site and the involvement of a divisional design change.

13th February 2024

Ash Wednesday teams welcome at SAk

Ash Wednesday is tomorrow and SAk welcomes singing teams to the pediatric ward.

9th February 2024

Review and development of the services of the day and outpatient psychiatric services SAk

In recent weeks, the development and restructuring of the services of the day and walk psychiatric services in SAk has been undertaken. The reforms were thorough and well thought out and included a temporary reduction in the service.

5th February 2024

Activity figures for January 2024

Increased birth rate in the first month of the year.

30th January 2024

What do health information managers do?

About 30 health information managers work at the Akureyri Hospital. Previously, the job title was medical secretary, but in recent decades, the job has changed with internetization and also due to the introduction of digital systems for medical records, information recording and document management. In order to obtain a license as a health information manager from The Directorate of Health, you must complete a basic diploma at university level.

29th January 2024

Connection corridor: Work in progress

Work on the connecting corridor of the Akureyri Hospital is well underway, and the most optimists say that it will be put into use in April. These days, glass walls are being installed, work is being done on final finishing, e.g. air conditioning, wiring, drapery, system air and painting. Next come the interiors and technical equipment.

29th January 2024

Family Support Professional Group

Last year, a professional family support group was appointed, where representatives from SAk and the University of Akureyri (UNAK) are working together on the continued progress of family support for patients at SAk.