Ministry of Health Hosts First 360 Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery Conference and Fourth Annual Research Day for Kuwaiti Board
Ministry of Health Organizes First Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery Conference with Local and International Experts
Translated by Qiyas from السياسة — Original source
The Ministry of Health held the first 360 Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery Conference today, Friday, organized by the Kuwait Orthopedic Association, with the participation of a select group of doctors and specialists from Kuwait and abroad, accompanied by 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-Mundhir Al-Hasawi emphasized the Ministry’s strong support and attention to specialized scientific conferences, describing them as interactive platforms that bring together medical professionals to exchange expertise and develop clinical and practical skills, ultimately leading to the formulation of realistic and actionable scientific recommendations that contribute to enhancing the quality of medical services in the country.
Dr. Al-Hasawi 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 noted that the concept of comprehensive and integrated care for accident victims begins at the moment of injury, proceeding through emergency departments, surgery, and intensive care units, and concluding 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 graduates from the Kuwait Board of Orthopedic Surgery, acknowledging their vital role in the healthcare system. He extended congratulations to the doctors and physicians who recently passed the board examinations, urging them to continue their dedication and commitment to serving the country and patients.
For his part, Dr. Ali Mardashti, 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 elevating the level of patient care in Kuwait.
He clarified that the two-day conference serves as a specialized scientific platform bringing together a select group of medical professionals to exchange knowledge and expertise and stay updated on the latest clinical developments, with the aim of enhancing the efficiency of national cadres and improving the quality of services provided to accident victims and fracture patients.
On his part, Conference Chairman Dr. Ali Bahman stated that holding the conference amid exceptional circumstances and rapid challenges underscores the importance of strengthening cooperation and integration among various medical specialties and unifying efforts to serve patients and Kuwait’s healthcare system.
He explained that the conference concept aims to embody the principle of teamwork in treating injuries and fractures and building an integrated system based on knowledge exchange and a spirit of collaboration. He emphasized that serving the country is a shared responsibility requiring sincerity and diligence, with patient welfare placed above all else.
He noted that a distinctive feature of the conference is its coincidence with the organization of the scientific research day for the Kuwait Orthopedic Surgery Program, aimed at supporting young doctors and encouraging them to engage in research and innovation, noting that young medical cadres represent the fundamental pillar of the future of medicine in the country.
