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Emergency Medicine in the Kingdom of Bahrain

Feras Abuzeyad1, Leena Alqasem2, Mudhaffar I Al Farras3

  • 1Department of Emergency Medicine, King Hamad University Hospital, Building 2345, Road 2835, Block 228, P. O. Box 24343, Busaiteen, Kingdom of Bahrain.

International Journal of Emergency Medicine
|February 10, 2018
PubMed

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Emergency medicine in Bahrain has rapidly developed over the past decade, with major hospitals now staffed by board-certified physicians. Future plans include standardized protocols and enhanced emergency medical services (EMS) to further advance the specialty.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Specialties
  • Public Health
  • Healthcare Systems

Background:

  • Emergency medicine in the Kingdom of Bahrain has undergone significant development over the last fifteen years.
  • Major hospitals like Salmanyia Medical Complex (SMC), Royal Medical Services of Bahrain Defence Force (RMS-BDF), and King Hamad University Hospital (KHUH) are now well-equipped.
  • A majority of emergency departments are operated by board-certified emergency physicians.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive overview of emergency medicine in Bahrain.
  • To discuss the history, current status, challenges, and future plans for emergency medicine in the Kingdom.
  • To cover various aspects including healthcare systems, EMS, hospital care, and training.

Main Methods:

  • Review of the historical development of emergency medicine in Bahrain.
  • Analysis of the current state of emergency departments and physician qualifications.
  • Discussion of planned initiatives such as standardized protocols and national ambulance services.

Main Results:

  • Emergency medicine is a well-established specialty in Bahrain, with advanced facilities and qualified personnel.
  • Residency training programs are in place, with some centers recognized for international board certifications.
  • Future developments include the establishment of standardized protocols and a central national ambulance service.

Conclusions:

  • Emergency medicine in Bahrain has made substantial progress, characterized by the development of specialized departments and trained professionals.
  • Ongoing and future initiatives aim to further enhance emergency medical services and training, addressing existing challenges.
  • The article presents a detailed perspective on the evolution and future trajectory of emergency medicine in the Kingdom.

Keywords:
Emergency medical servicesEmergency medicineKingdom of Bahrain

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