Minister of Health's Undersecretary Honors Professor Musa Khorsheed, Winner of the Global Leadership Award in Bariatric Surgery

The Undersecretary of the Ministry of Health, Sheikh Dr. Salman Khalifa Al-Sabah, honored Professor Musa Khorsheed, a surgeon specializing in bariatric and endoscopic surgery, on the occasion of his receiving the Global Pioneer Award from the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO) in recognition of his scientific and professional contributions and pioneering achievements.

In a press statement issued on Wednesday, the Ministry of Health stated that Dr. Salman Al-Sabah affirmed that the achievements of Kuwaiti medical professionals in international forums are a source of pride and reflect the richness of Kuwait’s healthcare and academic systems.

The Ministry added that Professor Khorsheed received the award during the Federation’s global conference held in Toronto, Canada, where he was honored alongside four surgeons from the United States in recognition of his career and contributions to the advancement of bariatric and metabolic surgery.

It clarified that this honor adds to a distinguished record of international achievements, as he received the Honorary Fellowship from the American College of Surgeons (ACS) in 2021 and the Honorary Fellowship from the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) in 2024, underscoring the scientific standing attained by Kuwaiti medical professionals and their impactful contributions to advancing surgical practice internationally.

The Ministry quoted Professor Khorsheed in its statement as expressing his pride in this recognition, which serves as a motivation to continue giving and elevating the country’s name in medical forums, while appreciating the Ministry’s support for national professionals and its continuous encouragement of scientific and professional excellence.