The Maternity Hospital’s anesthesia department has earned prestigious international recognition for its excellence in obstetric care. This significant achievement highlights the hospital’s commitment to providing safe and effective anesthesia for pregnant women. Dr. Fatima Qasim, head of the Intensive Care and Anesthesia Department, expressed her pride in the department’s accomplishment.
The Ministry of Health’s ongoing efforts to enhance maternal and child healthcare have played a key role in this success. Dr. Qasim emphasized that this global accreditation reflects the hospital’s dedication to the highest standards in obstetric anesthesia. Furthermore, this recognition by the International Society of Obstetric Anesthesia and Maternity Medicine (ISOAMM) reaffirms Kuwait’s role as a leader in maternal healthcare.
The accreditation is valid for four years, marking the department as a distinguished center for obstetric anesthesia. This achievement was made possible through a rigorous evaluation process conducted by the ISOAMM. The department underwent a thorough review by independent experts who assessed its clinical practices and patient safety standards. The final decision came after careful consideration of the department’s comprehensive care.
Dr. Qasim noted that this accreditation is part of the Centers of Excellence Program, which honors institutions providing exceptional care to pregnant women. The evaluation process involved a detailed review by three independent reviewers from the ISOAMM’s committee. These reviewers analyzed various aspects of care, including clinical practices and patient outcomes, before granting the prestigious recognition.
Kuwait’s Maternity Hospital continues to provide state-of-the-art medical services, utilizing the latest technologies to ensure the safety and well-being of women during pregnancy, childbirth, and beyond. Dr. Qasim highlighted that the accreditation motivates the hospital to keep improving its services. This recognition strengthens the hospital’s reputation as a leading center for obstetric anesthesia and maternal intensive care, meeting international safety and quality standards.
Additionally, Dr. Qasim expressed her gratitude to the Ministry of Health’s leadership, including Dr. Ahmed Al-Awadhi, Minister of Health, and Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi, the Undersecretary. She also thanked Dr. Hoda Al-Foudari, Head of the Anesthesia, Intensive Care, and Pain Management Departments, for her leadership and the dedication of the entire hospital team. Their collective efforts were instrumental in achieving this significant milestone.
The ISOAMM, founded in 1968, is a global organization focused on improving maternal and newborn care through research, training, and education. By bringing together professionals from various fields, the organization works to raise the quality of healthcare for mothers and their newborns worldwide.
