The Health Minister of the Parliament-designated government, Othman Abdul Jalil, accompanied by Ahmed El-Sabki, Chairman of the Board of Healthcare Services in l Egypt, conducted an inspection tour of several hospitals in Benghazi.
The delegation visited Benghazi Medical Center, Kidney Services Center, Qaryounis Integrated Clinic, Sabri Integrated Clinic, Al-Hawari Heart Center, and Benghazi Eye Hospital.
El-Sabki and the accompanying delegation expressed admiration for the level of services. Dr. El-Sabki personally covered the expenses for a case at the Kidney Center. He highlighted the continuous improvement in Libya’s healthcare sector, commending Egypt’s readiness for full cooperation to enhance the healthcare system.
He praised the significant role played by the Libyan Ministry of Health in advancing the healthcare system, providing the latest devices, equipment, and medical supplies to elevate the quality of healthcare services for citizens.
In conclusion, the Egyptian official presented a shield of appreciation to Abdul Jalil, for the warm reception and the Ministry’s significant efforts to enhance healthcare services.
Abdul Jalil affirmed that the Ministry is working tirelessly to develop Libya’s healthcare system, especially after the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding between Libya and Egypt, aimed at raising the level of healthcare in Libya.
Earlier this week, the Libyan Center for Emergency Medicine and Support successfully concluded a workshop titled “Advanced Techniques in Pediatric Surgery”. The event was hosted at the Council of Health Specialties’ headquarters, overseen by a visiting Egyptian medical team which specializes in general surgery, orthopaedics, and pediatric urology.
The center noted that 30 of its members participated in the workshop, emphasizing that this initiative aligns with its strategic approach to enhancing the medical skills of its staff, across various specialities.
In a related context, the University of Benghazi (UoB) has made significant efforts to align its medical faculty, with international standards. A team from the World Federation for Medical Education (WFME) visited the Faculty of Human Medicine to assess the procedures for accrediting educational institutions. This is part of the university’s broader goal to obtain international accreditation for its medical colleges.
Abdullah Abdul Jalil, the Director of the National Centre for Quality Assurance, emphasized that the WFME’s audit would grant accreditation to medical colleges in Libya. This accreditation is crucial as it will enable graduates to join medical colleges worldwide, significantly enhancing the global mobility and recognition of Libyan medical graduates.
During their visit, the WFME team, along with a local accreditation team, conducted a thorough review of the College of Medicine. They evaluated various aspects, including lectures, the library, the clinical skills laboratory, and the anatomy department.
The University of Benghazi’s quest for international accreditation is not just a local endeavour, but part of a global movement in medical education. Starting in 2024, a resolution to accredit medical colleges globally via the International Center for Medical Education Accreditation will be implemented. This initiative aligns Libyan medical education with international benchmarks, preparing graduates for significant roles in the global healthcare sector.
The UoB School of Medicine was established in 1970, and offers a 6-year Doctor of Medicine (MD) program, accredited by the Libyan Ministry of Higher Education and the World Health Organization (WHO). The curriculum is based on the US system, and covers a comprehensive range of medical subjects, providing students with opportunities for research and clinical rotations.