Deputy Minister of Health Honors Professor Musa Khorshid, Recipient of the Global Leadership Award in Obesity Surgery

Deputy Minister of Health Sheikh Dr. Salman Khalifa Al-Sabah honored Professor Mousa Khorshid, a specialist in surgery, bariatric surgery, and endoscopy, with the 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 on Wednesday, the Ministry of Health noted that Dr. Salman Al-Sabah emphasized that the achievements attained by Kuwaiti medical professionals on global platforms are a source of pride and reflect the wealth of expertise within Kuwait’s health and academic systems.

The ministry added that Professor Khorshid received the award during the IFSO World Congress 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 accolade adds to a distinguished record of international achievements, noting that he was awarded Honorary Fellowship by the American College of Surgeons (ACS) in 2021, and Honorary Fellowship by the American Surgical Association (ASA) in 2024, underscoring the scientific standing reached by Kuwaiti medical professionals and their impactful contributions to advancing surgical practice globally.

The ministry quoted Professor Khorshid as expressing his pride in this recognition, describing it as an incentive to continue his contributions and elevate the country’s name in medical forums, while commending the ministry’s support for national talents and its continuous encouragement of scientific and professional excellence.