Appointed in July, leaves in September: What forced Spaho to leave UHC?

Here’s the English translation of your Florenc Spaho has resigned from his position as director of the University Hospital Center “Mother Teresa” in Tirana. His decision comes just two months after being appointed to lead the country’s largest healthcare institution.

The reasons for Spaho’s resignation have not yet been made public, while sources close to UHC indicate that Anxhela Paparizo will replace him. She is expected to take over the leadership of the center in the coming days.

Spaho was appointed to this position in July 2025, replacing former director Albana Fico. His tenure was marked by several challenges in the healthcare system, including managing hospital capacities and patient services, but no official details have been provided regarding whether the resignation is due to personal reasons or an institutional conflict.

The frequent change of leadership at UHC comes at a sensitive time for the healthcare system, due to significant pressures on hospital services and the need for structural reforms.

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