Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries have launched an ambitious initiative to reimagine healthcare across the region. Continuing medical education delivered through trusted technology providers will be critical in enabling the success of this goal.
As the region explores new methods of supporting the continuing medical education of its professionals, new relationships are emerging. The Oman Medical Specialty Board now recognizes Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits awarded by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME)-accredited technology providers. This type of relationship will play a pivotal role in developing clinical professionals fluent in the importance and application of evidence-based medicine.
A “moonshot” vision for healthcare transformation
While healthcare transformation is largely considered a “moonshot” in the GCC region, the ambition appears much more strategic and attainable when examined through the lens of its goals.
GCC healthcare transformation aims to support the health of future generations through the prioritization of high-quality, accessible, and affordable care in each nation. Governments across the region are working to lessen the economic burden of costs, improve the patient experience, and advance targeted therapies for rare and chronic diseases. The region is working to implement the Quadruple Aim of
- Improved patient experience
- Better outcomes
- Enhanced health professional well being
- Lower costs
To achieve these goals, leaders and clinicians need the tools to address suboptimal patient outcomes, coordinate care, and create clarity and order within their work. Achieving these will require clinical teams that are equipped with accurate, timely data and continuing medical education resources that help them deliver high-quality care.
The future of GCC health
Countries in the GCC are reimagining healthcare through population health programs, disease therapies targeted at chronic diseases, and improving speed to decision with AI technologies and big data. This is all accompanied by a shift to value-based payments and care models that increasingly place the patient at the center of the healthcare experience. As a result, care coordination stands out as a key goal in adapting their healthcare strategy.
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia’s Health Sector Transformation Programme focuses on individual health and patient centricity.
United Arab Emirates
In the United Arab Emirates, the National Strategy for Wellbeing 2031 is focused on quality of life that centers the individual in a holistic approach to health.
Qatar
The Qatar National Vision 2030 emphasizes human, social, environmental, and economic development—emphasizing the human development pillar through care coordination and personalized physical and mental care for prevention and curative healthcare.
Bahrain
Bahrain’s Economic Vision 2030 emphasizes the use of technology to reduce chronic disease burden and adopt care coordination.