Hamad Medical Corporation

HMC's Itqan Clinical Simulation and Innovation Center announce the call for abstract submissions for the Qatar Simulation Symposium 2024. Link to submit: https://lnkd.in/dNV9GdHQ #HMC #UDST #Itqan #UniversityofDoha #Abstract #callforabsractsubmissions #artificialintelligence #Ai #Healthcare #SimulationEducation #CPD

Hamad Medical Corporation’s (HMC) Department of Geriatrics and Long-Term Care, which has been appointed as a WHO Collaborating Centre for Healthy Ageing and Dementia in Qatar, under auspices of MOPH Qatar, led and hosted a 3-day training workshop for integrated care for older people (ICOPE). In attendance were 21 specialist multidisciplinary delegates from Iraq as well as clinicians from Qatar in order to undergo capacity building and foster learning exchange. The main aim was to be inspired by Qatar’s current ICOPE implementation strategy and be support system to implement a similar model in Iraq. Mr. Ali Al Janahi, Acting Assistant Managing Director, Hamad Medical Corporation, welcomed the Iraqi Delegates and supported the workshop and its success. Dr. Al Abdulla Al Ansari, Chief Medical Officer, Hamad Medical Corporation said; “Choosing Qatar as the first pilot site in the middle eastern region is a great honor, and I appreciate the education and knowledge investment that Dr. Hanadi Al Hamad, a National Lead of ICOPE with her team have made in sharing their expertise and helping to train our primary care teams involved in this amazing project. This is a real demonstration of what collaboration can achieve that is based on a joint commitment to deliver the best evidence-based care to our older population and now in extension in Iraq.” Dr. Hanadi Al Hamad, National Health Strategy Lead for Healthy Ageing in Qatar, Sr. Consultant Geriatrician, Deputy Chief for Long Term care, Rehabilitation. Home care services and geriatric care, Medical Director at Rumailah Hospital and QRI, Sr. Consultant Geriatrician and Head of the First and only W.H.O. Collaboration Centre for Healthy Ageing and Dementia, explained Qatar and the World has a growing elderly population, promoting healthy ageing is both nationally and in the region a priority commitment of our centre. “ ICOPE ( Integrated Care for Older People) -Care Model reflects a Unique community-based approach that will help to reorient health and social services towards a more person-centred and coordinated model of care that supports optimising functional ability for older people” She stated. Expressing her thanks to our Excellent Primary Care Services, she added, here in Qatar working in close collaboration with our Primary Care services our department of geriatrics at HMC with our W.H.O. Centre has taken lead in setting up the 1st ICOPE Clinic in the entire Middle East Region. It’s been over a year since the first clinic at Al Wajba Health Centre opened. To read more visit: https://lnkd.in/d4PMirTe #HMC #ICOPE #healthyageing #Iraq #Qatar #IraqiDelegates #elderly #geriatrics #QRI #healthcare #PHCC #WHO #Dememtia #MoPH #Workshop #Training

His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, inaugurated Hamad Medical Corporation’s (HMC) Medical Care and Research Center (MCRC). The center comes as part of efforts to advance healthcare, innovation and medical research in Qatar. Following the opening, His Excellency the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs toured the departments, sections, and units of the center and listened to detailed explanations from those in charge of the delivery of services at the new center. The MCRC is HMC’s newest facility and houses the Precision Medicine and Genomics Research Facility, which develops medical treatments specific to the individual characteristics of patients. This innovative approach to managing and preventing diseases enables clinicians and researchers to more accurately predict the most effective treatment strategies for individual patients, thus reducing the risk of adverse reactions. Commenting on the state-of-the-art facility, Minister of Public Health, Her Excellency Dr. Hanan Mohamed Al Kuwari said: “The opening of MCRC represents Qatar’s commitment to connecting health and science to significantly contribute to local and global health challenges. This investment, along with dedicated and specialized staff in the field will make essential improvements to patient care and outcomes through research and clinical trials.” HE further emphasized the MCRC’s role in developing the quality of healthcare services and its need to adopt cutting-edge technologies and research practices that ascribe to Qatar’s Third National Development Strategy. “This inauguration highlights HMC’s ongoing commitment to improving healthcare services and increasing capacity for expert-tailored care. It is an important milestone for the public healthcare system in Qatar”. Based in Hamad Bin Khalifa Medical City, MCRC also incorporates a Clinical Trials Unit, which specializes in designing, conducting and managing studies to evaluate the safety and efficacy of new medical strategies, treatments and devices in human subjects. In addition to cutting-edge research and innovation, MCRC will deliver the highest quality of care for children with a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), High Dependency Unit (HDU), Pediatric Daycare Unit and a pediatric ward. In addition, the MCRC is home to an Acute Geriatrics Unit, which will address the rise of acute illnesses in geriatric patients among senior citizens. A modern Palliative Care Unit will provide a comforting and welcoming environment for patients and their families. For more information visit: https://lnkd.in/dVsBjffj #HMC #Primeminister #MinisterofForeignAffairs #Qatar #PrimeministerofQatar #MoFA #MedicalCareandResearchCenter #inauguration #Opening #Hospital #MCRC #MoPH #PrecisionMedicine #GenomicsResearch #ClinicalTrials

Introducing HMC's newest facility; Medical Care and Research Center (MCRC). Our newest facility is part of Qatar’s commitment to advancing healthcare, innovation and medical research. It is the home of precision medicine and a genomics research facility as well as features a Clinical Trials Unit. For more information visit: https://lnkd.in/d9uJiYHN #HMC #MCRC #MedicalCare #ResearchCenter #Doha #Qatar #ClinicalTrials #Genomics #PrecisionMedicine #HealthCare #Innovation

HMC invites you to join our MA'AK free access Webinar on Sunday June 30th 2024 1pm - 2pm on Men's Mental Health. No prior registration is required. Click to Join the Webinar: https://lnkd.in/djKKaT-V #HMC #MentalHealth #Men'sMentalHealth #Healthcare #Psychology #Psychiatry #MentalHealthService #Doha #Qatar #MAAK #MoPH #June #Webinar #Wellbeing

Hamad Medical Corporation extends its warm wishes on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha, May Allah bless us with all goodness, prosperity, and blessings. #HMC #HamadMedicalCorporation #EidAlAdha #EidMubarak #Eid2024 #Healthcare #Doha #Qatar

HMC and Ma'ak invites you to our Free Open Access Webinar on: "Men's Mental Health" Date: Sunday 30th June 2024 Time: 1pm-2pm (Qatar time) Topic: Men’s Mental Health Facilitator: Ahmed Gamaleldin Sallam, HMC Moderator: Katja Warwick-Smith About the Facilitator: Ahmed is a nurse educator for Mental Health Services at Hamad Medical Corporation. He is a scholar in the global nursing leadership institute, International Council of Nurses. He is a member of Sigma Global Nursing Leadership Competency framework working group. AfroPHC advisory board member, WCEA country consultant. Ahmed is the chairman of World Health Organization, Global Community of Practice, Future Leaders steering committee. He was an ICN delegate in the World Health Assembly, WHA 72 in Geneva, Switzerland. He has a master’s degree in nursing education and worked as a nurse educator in many academic and clinical institutes. Click here to join the Webinar: https://lnkd.in/dgqn8HGa #HMC #MentalHealth #Webinar #Men'sMentalHealth #Men #Healthcare #Maak #MentalHealthService #Wellbeing

Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) and Itqan Clinical Simulation & Innovation Center, announces the successful completion of The Basic Principles of Quantitative Evidence Synthesis (Meta-analysis) workshop. The Basic Principles of Quantitative Evidence Synthesis (Meta-analysis) workshop, a collaboration between the Plastic Surgery Department at Hamad Medical Corporation and the Population Medicine Department at the College of Medicine, Qatar University, was successfully conducted at Itqan Clinical Simulation & Innovation Center. This workshop, tailored for healthcare professionals, aimed to introduce evidence synthesis into practice and demonstrate its relevance to clinical decision-making. Attendees gained invaluable insights into integrating evidence synthesis into their daily practice. This collaborative effort underscores our commitment to advancing MedicalEducation and fostering interdisciplinary learning opportunities. Dr. Mohamed Badie Ahmed, PhD scholar, QU Plastic surgery, HMC said; "In an era of abundant and varied information, systematic reviews and meta-analyses are crucial. Therefore, the workshop aimed to assist healthcare professionals in critically appraising evidence synthesis outcomes and implementing them in an evidence-based approach in clinical practice." Itqan’s sincere appreciation goes to all participants and collaborators for their contribution to the success of this workshop. #Itqan #HMC #MedicalEducation #PlasticSurgery #QatarUniversity #Doha #Qatar #Metaanalysis #workshop

Join us for a free educational and interactive Webinar brought to you by the Mental Health Service, Hamad Medical Corporation. Topic: Maternal Mental Health Speaker: Dr. Maha Abbas Psychologist, HMC Moderator: Katja Warwick-Smith Date: Wednesday 29th May 1pm - 2pm Qatar time 🇶🇦 Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders can affect women across diverse cultures, ages, income brackets, and racial backgrounds. Globally, up to 1 in 5 new mothers encounter various forms of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs). Symptoms may manifest at any point during pregnancy or within the initial 12 months postpartum. Without detection or proper treatment, these symptoms may lead to tragic and enduring consequences for both the mother and the child. Fortunately, there are effective treatment options backed by thorough research to support women in their journey to recovery. #HMC #Maternalmentalhealth #Mentalhealth #mindset #psychology #Psychiatry #PPD #PMAD #motherhood #anxiety #perinatal https://lnkd.in/dfAWxf3H

Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) and Itqan Clinical Simulation and Innovation Center, announces the successful completion of The Basic Principles of Quantitative Evidence Synthesis (Meta-analysis) workshop. The Basic Principles of Quantitative Evidence Synthesis (Meta-analysis) workshop, a collaboration between the Plastic Surgery Department at Hamad Medical Corporation and the Population Medicine Department at the College of Medicine, Qatar University, was successfully conducted at Itqan Clinical Simulation and Innovation Center. This workshop, tailored for healthcare professionals, aimed to introduce evidence synthesis into practice and demonstrate its relevance to clinical decision-making. Attendees gained invaluable insights into integrating evidence synthesis into their daily practice. This collaborative effort underscores our commitment to advancing Medical Education and fostering interdisciplinary learning opportunities. Dr. Mohamed Badie Ahmed, PhD scholar, QU Plastic surgery, HMC said; "In an era of abundant and varied information, systematic reviews and meta-analyses are crucial. Therefore, the workshop aimed to assist healthcare professionals in critically appraising evidence synthesis outcomes and implementing them in an evidence-based approach in clinical practice." Itqan’s sincere appreciation goes to all participants and collaborators for their contribution to the success of this workshop. #HMC #Healthcare #Itqan #MedicalEducation #ExecutiveEducation #Qatar #PlasticSurgery #PopulationMedicine #QatarUniversity # ItqanClinicalSimulationandInnovationCenter