Health Care

Awareness is the first step in the battle against diabetes and the debilitating effect it has on other organs in the body. NOVA Medical Centers Middle East will organise a free camp on the early detection of diabetes at its polyclinic in Al Khuwair on May 17th, 8am – 1pm.

The purpose of the camp is to create awareness about the importance of monitoring diabetes on a regular basis; the camp will be supervised by NOVA’s in-house team of medical experts.

Leveraging on the encouraging response and support from the business, government and public sectors in last year’s event, Omanexpo is once again set to hold its MedHealth & Wellness Exhibition & Conference from September 25 to 27 at the Oman International Exhibition Centre.

Now on its third year after its launch in 2009, the international exhibition will target not only the medical sector, but individuals and university students who are seeking to acquire information and health and medical services from the various participating government institutions.  The two-day educational Conference will be held in concurrence with the exhibition.

Chief Executive Hussain Hassan Ali AbdulHussain Invited to Make Presentation at Conference on Progress of its Project in Muscat Governorate

Muscat, May, 2012: Haya Water’s Chief Executive, Mr. Hussain Hassan Ali AbdulHussain has made an address to the Oman Power and Water Summit outlining the progress and vital importance of the company’s pioneering water reuse project.

Speaking to conference delegates he explained that progress was on schedule in delivering a world class waste water system to the people of the Muscat Governorate area – and demonstrating Haya Water’s commitment to making Muscat a better city.

Investment in Saudi German Hospital-Dubai signifies confidence in UAE’s robust health sector set to quadruple by 2015

UAE, Dubai, 13^th May 2012: The UAE’s health sector has received a resounding vote of confidence, following analysts’ forecast that the industry will flourish from its current USD 3.2 billion and boom to a mammoth USD 11.9 billion (AED 43.7 billion) by 2015.

This phenomenal growth will be driven by long-term investments, which is typified by the investment in Saudi German Hospital-Dubai. The hospital’s parent entity, the Saudi German Hospitals Group demonstrated its commitment to the long-term vitality of the UAE’s health fraternity, and the hospital’s instant success stories have promptly vindicated this decision.

Beirut,May 3rd, 2012 – Clemenceau Medical Center (CMC),affiliated with Johns Hopkins International,designed by Khatib&Alami, was named one of “The 25 Most Beautiful Hospitals in the World” by HealthExecNews.com. CMC was the only hospital in theLevant region that made the list based on the selection criteria set by HealthExecNews.com website.

“Hospital architecture and designs have transformed over time, from the once sterile white walls and stark decor to vibrant colors and eye-catching materials on the interior and exterior. We at CMC have designed a facility to include elements of functionality and design that have been proven to improve patient care.”said Dr. Mounes Kalaawi, Chief Executive Officer of CMC hospital. ”We are extremely proud to be selected among top healthcare institutions in eleven countries around the world, including the United States, Austria, Thailand, Panama, Switzerland, China, and others for our distinguished designs.” He added.

It is worth mentioning that HealthExecNews.comis an international Website that focuses on healthcare news and management news including HIPAA, healthcare reform, patient safety, management and staff issues, healthcare degree programs, healthcare technology, and more.

Therefore, this ranking and the previously earned award of “Best Sustainable Hospital Design Award” received in 2009 at the Hospital Build Exhibition and awards both confirm the hard work that CMC’s leadership maintained since its conception, to ensure that the hospital was built to reflect, in every way possible, a healing environment. One that helps patients feel safe & comfortable, one that reminds staff why they chose healthcare as a line of work

CMC has positioned itself as one of the most luxurious hospital facilities in the region. CMC along with its clinic facility (Clemenceau Clinic) provides its visitors and patients with an environment which has been tailor made to provide JCI accredited healthcare in a setting that relaxes the senses and facilitates rapid healing. Some examples include self-playing piano, high ceilings, vast lobbies, friendly staff, new ergonomic furniture throughout the entire building (including patient rooms), exceptional color and material coordination, sea views, abundant natural lighting, superior signage system, on demand television, and even wireless internet for patients who may have brought their laptops from home.

MUSCAT – Z-LASIK, the refractive procedure of choice for millions of people around the world, is also witnessing a strong uptake at Muscat Eye Laser Center, the premier surgical eye care services provider in the Sultanate.

Hailed as one of the greatest breakthroughs of modern corrective eye surgery, Z- LASIK has been widely popularised by Muscat Eye Laser Center through the delivery of world-class services here in the Sultanate.

With its high calibre corrective vision practitioners and state-of-the art clinical facilities, Muscat Eye Laser Center remains the unrivalled choice of a discerning clientele that lays great store by professionalism, quality and superior services.

Muscat, May 1st 2012 – Vale successfully concluded its Global Health Week by organizing a blood donation drive at its head office in Muscat in efforts to instill a culture of social responsibility among its staff. In collaboration with Al Jarwani Group and the Central Blood Bank, Vale staff as well as Beit Al Reem tenants and visitors donated blood which can help save the lives of more than 100 people.

Luxurious hotel brand caters to emerging trend; collaborates with renowned specialists and surgeons.

Dubai – UAE – 30 April, 2012 – Home to some of the most highly qualified and experienced physicians in the world, Germany has become an industry leader and premier medical hub for Middle Eastern travellers seeking premium, safe and easily accessible healthcare. Year-on-year the medical tourism industry is witnessing a growth of 20-30 percent, with experts predicting the trend to increase to a USD 100 billion dollar sector by the end of 2012 – residents from the UAE alone spend up to USD two billion dollars in healthcare travel annually. Reinforcing this trend is Europe’s leading luxury hotel group: Rocco Forte Hotels, who have witnessed an increase in medical tourism guests within their three Germany-based hotels. 

Located within close proximity of Munich’s prominent medical centres, The Charles Hotel of Rocco Forte Hotels offers travellers a ‘home away from home’ as they undergo treatment and/ or surgery. With more than 70 percent of Middle East travellers who stay in the hotel also seeking medical treatment, The Charles Hotel offers a well-established network of clinics and doctors, and maintains a close relationship with Europe Health.  This includes referring patients to trusted medical care, and also providing guests with the option of receiving complete follow-up treatment outside of the hospital, in the comfortable atmosphere of the hotel.