MOU Between Amana Healthcare Bahrain and RCSI Bahrain Supports Bahrain’s Specialist Healthcare
Amana Healthcare Bahrain, part of M42’s world-class portfolio of healthcare providers and developed in partnership with Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company (Mumtalakat), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) – Medical University of Bahrain. Marking a significant step in advancing clinical education and workforce development in the Kingdom, the MOU was signed by Dr. Mohamed Ameen AlSaati, CEO of M42 Bahrain, and Professor Sameer Otoom, President of RCSI Medical University of Bahrain, during a ceremony held at Amana Healthcare Bahrain in Al Jasra. The agreement establishes a framework for collaboration across clinical training, research, and academic engagement.
Under the MOU, the two institutions will collaborate across a range of high-impact initiatives designed to strengthen Bahrain’s clinical workforce and advance specialist healthcare education. With the support of Amana Healthcare Bahrain, RCSI Medical University of Bahrain students will benefit from structured clinical rotations, hands-on learning in real-world care environments, and multidisciplinary training experiences,. The collaboration will also support joint research initiatives aligned with national healthcare priorities, creating a comprehensive platform that bridges academic excellence with evidence-based specialist clinical practice and workforce development.
For RCSI Medical University of Bahrain students, the collaboration creates clearer pathways between academic learning and clinical practice. By gaining exposure to complex patient cases in long-term care and post-acute rehabilitation, students will be better equipped with the practical skills, clinical judgement, and multidisciplinary experience needed to transition confidently into the workforce.
For Amana Healthcare Bahrain, the partnership plays a strategic role in building a sustainable pipeline of clinicians with expertise in specialized care areas that are critical to the Kingdom’s evolving healthcare needs. Early exposure to these disciplines helps bridge existing gaps in clinical capability while strengthening long-term workforce readiness.
At a national level, the collaboration is expected to support the Kingdom of Bahrain’s healthcare sector by contributing to skills development and knowledge transfer. Through structured
educational engagement, research activity and shared learning opportunities, the MOU can help strengthen the local healthcare talent pipeline and support the development of a future-ready workforce with the specialist expertise and hands-on experience required to sustain the long-term growth and resilience of Bahrain’s healthcare sector.
Commenting on the signing, Dr. Mohamed Ameen AlSaati, CEO of M42 Bahrain, said: “This collaboration reflects our shared belief that stronger links between healthcare delivery and academic excellence are essential to shaping the future of care in Bahrain. By working with RCSI Medical University of Bahrain, we aim to create valuable learning and development opportunities for students while also helping build a stronger pipeline of specialist clinicians who can contribute meaningfully to long-term care, post-acute rehabilitation and other high-need areas of the healthcare system.”
Professor Sameer Otoom, President of RCSI Medical University of Bahrain, said: “We are delighted to establish this collaboration with Amana Healthcare Bahrain, creating new opportunities for our students and staff to engage in clinical training and research alongside a world-class specialised healthcare provider. This partnership reflects our shared commitment to advancing excellence in patient care and healthcare education, particularly in the areas of long-term care, post-acute rehabilitation and complex care services. By broadening exposure to diverse healthcare settings, we will further enhance the preparedness of our graduates for a wide range of professional pathways while contributing to the continued development and resilience of Bahrain’s healthcare sector.”
The signing of this MOU reflects a shared commitment by both institutions to advancing healthcare education and strengthening collaboration between academia and clinical practice. As the partnership develops, Amana Healthcare Bahrain and RCSI Medical University of Bahrain will work together to define and implement specific areas of cooperation that can deliver long-term value for students, healthcare professionals and the wider healthcare ecosystem in Bahrain.
