Al-Husawi: Keeping Pace with Global Medical Developments
Al-Mundhir Al-Husawi, on behalf of Ahmed Al-Awadi, affirmed the Ministry of Health's support for the First Kuwait Orthopedic Surgery Conference.
Translated by Qiyas from النهار — Original source
The Ministry of Health hosted the first 360 Orthopedic Surgery and Trauma Conference, organized by the Kuwait Orthopedic Association, with the participation of a select group of physicians and specialists from Kuwait and abroad, alongside the fourth annual scientific research day for the Kuwait Board of Orthopedic Surgery.
In a speech delivered on behalf of the conference’s patron, Minister of Health Dr. Ahmed Al-Awadi, Assistant Undersecretary for Public Health Affairs Dr. Al-Munther Al-Husawi emphasized the Ministry’s strong support and attention for specialized scientific conferences, noting that they serve as interactive platforms that bring together medical expertise to exchange knowledge and develop clinical and practical skills. This, he said, leads to the formulation of realistic and actionable scientific recommendations that contribute to enhancing the quality of medical services in the country.
Dr. Al-Husawi stressed the Ministry’s continuous commitment to developing the healthcare system and keeping pace with the latest global medical advancements, particularly through expanding the adoption of robotic and specialized surgeries and establishing specialized trauma centers across various healthcare facilities in Kuwait. He explained that the concept of comprehensive and integrated care for accident victims begins at the moment of injury, proceeds through emergency departments, surgery, and intensive care units, and concludes with rehabilitation, recovery, and return to normal life. He highlighted the importance of coordination and integration among various surgical specialties, such as general surgery, vascular surgery, and otolaryngology, to serve patient health and safety.
He commended the outstanding outcomes and qualified national cadres of Kuwait Board of Orthopedic Surgery graduates, acknowledging their vital role in the healthcare system. He extended congratulations to the newly certified physicians, urging them to continue their dedication and commitment to serving the country and its patients.
For his part, Dr. Ali Mirdashti, President of the Kuwait Orthopedic Association, affirmed the Association’s commitment to supporting continuing medical education and strengthening cooperation frameworks and knowledge exchange with various local and international medical associations and societies, thereby contributing to the development of medical practices and enhancing the level of patient care in Kuwait. He clarified that the two-day conference serves as a specialized scientific platform that brings together a select group of medical experts to exchange knowledge and experiences and to stay abreast of the latest clinical developments, with the aim of improving the competence of national cadres and enhancing the quality of services provided to accident victims and fracture patients.
