EHS Partners With Korea's Asan Medical Centre To Elevate Healthcare Services

Emirates Health Services (EHS) has recently entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Asan Medical Centre from the Republic of Korea. This partnership is set to bolster the healthcare sector in the UAE by focusing on three pivotal areas: education, research, and the Visiting Consultants Programmes. The collaboration aims at enhancing clinical services for patients, developing integrated healthcare programmes, advancing research efforts, and enriching knowledge, aligning with EHS's strategy to improve healthcare services in the country.

The MoU signing ceremony saw the presence of notable figures including Dr. Yousif Al Serkal, Director-General of EHS, and Yoo Jehseung, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to the UAE. The agreement was officially signed by Dr. Essam Al Zarooni, Acting Executive Director of Clinical Services Sector at EHS, and Dr. In-Ho Jeon, Director of International Affairs at Asan Medical Centre. CHA, Soon Do, President of the Korea Health Industry Development Institute, along with several officials from both parties, also attended the event.

This agreement encompasses cooperation in medical fields through collaborative work in clinical fields, support in developing comprehensive healthcare programmes and providing smart technologies to enhance clinical operations management. Furthermore, it aims to boost educational programmes by exploring collaboration in residency and fellowship programmes for Emirati doctors, as well as training for doctors and healthcare staff.

Dr. Al Serkal highlighted that this agreement marks a strategic step towards achieving shared goals in delivering top-notch healthcare services. He underscored the commitment to developing medical capabilities, providing comprehensive and advanced healthcare, and exchanging experiences and knowledge between medical teams. This collaboration is expected to lead to positive outcomes and improve the quality of healthcare services for society.

Yoo Jehseung expressed his satisfaction with this collaboration during his address at the signing ceremony. He emphasized that cooperating with EHS will enhance clinical practice, research, and medical staff training. Jehseung also praised the deep-rooted friendship and cooperation between the UAE and the Republic of Korea.

As per the agreement details, clinical training programmes will be provided for elective courses in Residency and Fellowship programmes. It also includes clinical training for healthcare support staff and focuses on developing leadership programmes in healthcare. Through research collaboration, both parties aim to enhance research infrastructure, innovation programmes, and joint research initiatives. The Visiting Consultants Programmes will enable doctors from various specialties from the Centre to offer clinical and educational services in EHS hospitals.

This partnership between EHS and Asan Medical Centre signifies a significant step forward in enhancing healthcare services through education, research, and clinical expertise. It promises to bring about substantial improvements in healthcare delivery and patient care in the UAE.

With inputs from WAM