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Challenges and Solutions to Maintaining Health Science Education in Gaza Since October 2023: An Expert Perspective
Suad J Ghaben1, Charlotte Chatto2, Ihab A Naser3
1Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences Al-Azhar University-Gaza Gaza Strip Palestine.
Health Science Reports
|August 15, 2026
Summary
Health Science Education (HSE) in Gaza faced wartime challenges. Universities implemented digital infrastructure, international placements, and community recovery, adopting resilience strategies to relaunch programs.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Public Health
- Higher Education in Crisis Zones
Background:
- Relaunching Health Science Education (HSE) in Gaza presented significant challenges post-October 2023 attacks.
- Wartime conditions necessitated innovative approaches to educational continuity and resilience.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore institutional experiences in relaunching HSE in the Gaza Strip during wartime.
- To identify implemented solutions and policy recommendations for strengthening HSE.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of institutional records, damage and casualty reports.
- Incorporation of direct observations from faculty and administrators.
- Timeline: October 2023 to January 2026.
Main Results:
- Gaza universities experienced varying damage, prompting distinct recovery strategies.
- Al-Azhar University focused on digital infrastructure and international clinical placements.
- Islamic University of Gaza prioritized community-based recovery, emphasizing resilience and continuity through academic flexibility and partnerships.
Conclusions:
- Progress in relaunching HSE through online learning and clinical training has been achieved.
- Further policy measures are essential to bolster HSE in the Gaza Strip.
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