Sidra Medicine Celebrates Graduates of Certificate in Leadership Program at Georgetown University in Qatar
Empowering the Next Generation of Healthcare Leaders 5 February 2025, Doha, Qatar – In a closing ceremony at Georgetown University in Qatar (GU-Q), Sidra Medicine celebrated the achievements of 14 middle and senior managers who completed the newly launched Strategic Leadership Development Certificate Program offered by Georgetown University. In her remarks, Dr. Iyabo Tinubu-Karch, CEO of Sidra Medicine, gave a background on why she initiated the program and the outcome she hoped to achieve, saying, “Our partnership with GU-Q has been instrumental in strengthening our investment in the growth of our national talent. I am confident that together, we will continue advancing Qatar’s vision of cultivating a highly skilled, innovative, and capable workforce—one that will drive the nation’s healthcare and broader development goals forward.” In her message to the graduates, Dr. Kelly Otter, Dean of Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies highlighted the importance of strategic leadership in building a better world, saying, “Your dedication and hard work will not only advance the goals of Sidra Medicine, but also will serve your communities well by providing holistic, patient-centric care. Your contributions will ensure that precision medicine is an accessible reality for many in the Gulf region.” Aysha Al-Kuwari, Director of the Talent Management Division at Sidra Medicine, added, “Strong leadership is the backbone of any successful healthcare institution. Through this collaboration with GU-Q, our managers have gained the skills to lead with confidence, adaptability, and a patient-first mindset—qualities that will drive both individual and institutional success at Sidra Medicine.” Launched in May 2024, the Strategic Leadership Certificate Program featured a distinguished faculty lineup, combining academic insights from Georgetown University’s Department of Health Systems Management with practical expertise from experienced healthcare industry executives. This tailored approach ensured that the 14 certificate holders are prepared to apply global healthcare insights and practical strategies to Sidra Medicine’s unique operational environment, leading to improved patient outcomes and enhanced organizational efficiency. Highlighting the Qatar campus’s strategic location and capacity to support this program, Andrew Henley, Chief Operating Officer of GU-Q, remarked, “As we celebrate our 20th Anniversary in Qatar, we are proud to support Georgetown’s School of Continuing Studies and leverage Georgetown’s global network of faculty expertise through GU-Q’s Office of Executive and Professional Education to help build Qatar’s knowledge economy and contribute to positive health, social, and economic outcomes for the region.”
Sidra Medicine Celebrates Seven Years of Advancing Medical Education in Qatar
Over 400 trainees graduate from pediatric residency and fellowship programs 20 January 2025, Doha, Qatar – Sidra Medicine, a member of Qatar Foundation, has achieved remarkable milestones in medical education over the past seven years since its opening in 2018. From offering pioneering residency and fellowship programs that empower medical trainees to hosting globally recognized conferences, Sidra Medicine has transformed Qatar’s healthcare landscape and positioned itself as a reputable institution for medical expertise. Prof. Ibrahim Janahi, Acting Chief Medical Officer and Chair of Medical Education at Sidra Medicine said: “When Sidra Medicine’s Medical Education pillar was established, our mission was to be ranked among the top academic medical centers in the world. I am pleased to see how far we have come on this journey and the big strides we have taken to develop the next generation of healthcare and research professionals. Our world-class events have positioned Qatar as a premier hub in the region for advancing medicine and research, attracting experts and delegates from around the world. As a proud Qatari institution, we are dedicated to empowering local and regional talent while maintaining a global outlook.” The Medical Education Department at Sidra Medicine vision is to set the highest standards of medical education and continuous professional development opportunities for healthcare professionals and offer medical trainees an exceptional educational experience to create safe and competent future doctors specialized in children’s and women’s health. “Each year Sidra Medicine offers thousands of education sessions with well over 10,000 credit hours. Our wide variety of offerings include workshops, medical simulations, seminars, symposia, grand rounds, conferences, journal clubs, and blended online learning modules. By transferring knowledge and advancing healthcare education, we are not only shaping the future of medicine but also fulfilling our mission to serve the unique needs of the Arab population,” continued Prof. Janahi. Sidra Medicine supports medical students’ clerkships and placements in pediatric and women’s healthcare, serving as a specialist teaching hospital for students from Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar and Qatar University Medical College as well as research students from Hamad Bin Khalifa University. Since 2018, over 1,000 medical students completed their clerkship programs at Sidra Medicine, additionally, over 400 residents and fellows have graduated from Sidra Medicine’s pediatric residency and fellowship programs, which are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education – International (ACGMEI). The hospital’s medical education achievements also include institutional accreditation from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, enabling it to accredit residency training programs across multiple specialties. These efforts have elevated Sidra Medicine’s standing as a premier academic and healthcare institution. Its impact is further evidenced by its partnerships with leading institutions such as the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Sidra Medicine also offers innovative programs like the Introduction to Genomics (InGen) workshops, which in 2024 provided over 400 high school students with hands-on research experience. Sidra Medicine has established itself as a hub for international medical and research conferences and workshops, bringing globally renowned events to Qatar. In the past ten years, Sidra Medicine has hosted many events and conferences that have collectively drawn over 20,000 healthcare professionals and researchers. Notably, these gatherings have welcomed over 1,000 international participants from more than 23 countries, highlighting Sidra Medicine’s role in fostering global collaboration and knowledge exchange All its conferences and workshops offer Continuous Medical Education (CME) and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points which are accredited by the Department of Healthcare Professionals. In 2024, Sidra Medicine hosted the 31st Annual Scientific Meeting of the Middle East Fertility Society (MEFS), the largest organization in the region dedicated to advancing fertility care. In 2019, it proudly hosted the 6th World Congress of the World Federation of Associations of Pediatric Surgeons (WOFAPS), attracting over 800 surgeons from more than 80 countries. This landmark event, held for the first time in the Middle East, underscored Qatar’s emergence as a premier destination for advancing pediatric surgical care. Its annual conferences, such as the Precision Medicine and the Future of Genomics Summit (PMFG) and the Pediatric Neuroscience Conference (PNC) have become signature events, attracting participants from across the Middle East and beyond. Sidra Medicine’s upcoming Gulf Pediatric Critical Care Conference (GPCCC) from 23 to 26 January is a testament to its ongoing dedication to providing access to cutting-edge education and medical education, as it is the first of its kind to be held in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. Online slots are still available. Register virtually here. For additional information about Medical Education at Sidra Medicine, please visit: https://www.sidra.org/education/medical-education