Abu Dhabi Health Services Company (SEHA), the largest hospital network in the UAE, has signed a major deal with King Fahad Specialist Hospital in Saudi Arabia.
The Memorandum of Understanding was signed remotely in a virtual meeting between Dr Abdulaziz Al Ghamdi, CEO of the First Health Cluster in Eastern Region, KSA; SEHA’s group CEO Dr Gareth Goodier and the CEO of King Fahad Specialist Hospital-Dammam, Omar Sharif.
The deal aims to foster healthcare benefits between both institutions by establishing training programs, exchanging administrative and clinical knowledge and expertise, as well as promoting services in the fields of medicine, academia, and clinical research.
Dr Goodier said: “Throughout SEHA’s legacy, we have seen the power of partnerships facilitate the exchange of best-practice, knowledge and clinical expertise, ultimately contributing to the elevation of the provision of healthcare to the nation’s community. We are pleased to continue this journey by partnering with King Fahad Specialty Hospital, breaking down geographical borders and collaborating with our neighbors to bring world class, unparalleled healthcare to the region.”
In a joint statement, the organisations said that the resulting MoU opens the path for future partnerships that leverage both countries’ ambition to deliver high quality healthcare in all aspects, including stem cell transplantation.`
