It is with great sadness that we can confirm the tragic death of Dr. Bushra Sulieman in Khartoum, Sudan, as reported by CNN earlier this week.

Dr. Sulieman lived in Sudan but traveled to Iowa City several times a year to practice at Mercy Iowa City's Gastroenterology Clinic and perform surgery at Mercy Iowa City Hospital since February of 2021.

 “Dr. Sulieman was a well-respected gastroenterologist, surgeon, and colleague and he will be greatly missed,” said Tom Clancy, Mercy Iowa City President and CEO. “We extend our deepest condolences to his family and will keep them in our prayers.”