International accreditation for "Jaber Center" for diabetic foot surgery and oxygen therapy

The Jaber Center for Diabetic Foot Surgery and Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy at Jaber Al-Ahmad Hospital, under the Ministry of Health, has received Level IV international accreditation from the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society (UHMS) in the United States, following a comprehensive evaluation of its services, facilities, and operational and safety standards.

In a press statement on Thursday, the Ministry of Health said that the international accreditation is a testament to the center’s commitment to the latest global recommendations and practices, and the implementation of quality and safety standards in delivering specialized medical care, thereby enhancing the provision of advanced therapeutic services in accordance with internationally recognized standards.

It noted that since its opening in 2023, more than 520 patients have benefited from its services, with the number of hyperbaric oxygen therapy sessions exceeding 10,500. These sessions covered a range of complex medical conditions, including circulatory insufficiency, slow-healing wounds, sudden hearing loss, drowning cases, and carbon monoxide poisoning.

The ministry added that the center is staffed by a specialized and qualified medical and nursing team holding international certifications and experience, enabling it to manage emergency and semi-emergency cases around the clock throughout the year within an integrated system that prioritizes patient safety and care quality.

The ministry emphasized its continued support for the development of specialized medical services and the adoption of the latest internationally recognized therapeutic technologies and practices, contributing to the enhancement of healthcare quality for patients in the State of Kuwait.