Star of Excellence
National Tumor Boards and Cancer Guidelines
HMC
multidisciplinary cancer teams, working in an expert clinical advisory
capacity to the Supreme Council of Health, have developed a set of
bespoke National Cancer Clinical Management Guidelines that apply across
all health care sectors including primary care and private providers.
The guidelines cover the patient journey from suspected cancer through
to diagnosis and treatment.
Rising Star
Pediatric Psychology Service - Building Bridges
The
Pediatric Psychology Service is an integral part of the Child
Development Centre in Rumailah hospital. The aim of the Pediatric
Psychology Service is to meet the emotional and mental health needs of
children and families within the CDC. The CDC provides multidisciplinary
care for children from birth to 14 years with physical and intellectual
disabilities and social communication difficulties.
Award of Merit
A Multidimensional Approach in Preventing SSI
Since
the opening of the Heart Hospital in 2011, the high rate of surgical
site infections or SSIs in coronary artery bypass graft surgeries has
been a priority for the Infection Prevention and Control Program. A
multidimensional approach in preventing SSIs was developed and
implemented to address and mitigate the key issues behind the
infections.
Award of Merit
A Novel Advanced Heart Failure Program
The
project oversaw the creation of a new service dedicated to the care of
Heart Failure patients. The purpose of the heart failure program is to
provide an integrated approach to care through systematic assessment,
management, counseling and patient education and by working in
partnership with the patient to encourage their compliance with the
agreed treatment regimen.
