The Ministry of Health (MOH) signed an agreement to establish a National Rehabilitation Center, generously funded by Sheikh Mohammed bin Saud Bahwan.
The agreement aims to finance the establishment of a rehabilitation and healthcare center for adults and children in the South Al Batinah Governorate.

The agreement seeks sustainability in financing healthcare services by finding alternatives to ensure their continuous improvement. It also aims to expedite procedures, strengthen partnerships, and encourage contribution and collaboration among community members. This initiative also seeks to enhance the quality of healthcare services, contributing to the integration of the public and private sectors, aligning with the vision of Oman 2040 and achieving its goals.

Dr. Abdullah bin Hamoud Al-Harthi, International Relations Advisor at the Minister's Office, stated that this National Rehabilitation Center is the first of its kind in the Sultanate of Oman, linking healthcare and community institutions to rehabilitate individuals injured in accidents, sports injuries, and other cases, for both adults and children. The Center also connects healthcare institutions across Oman, including the Medical City Hospital for Military and Medical Services and the University Medical City. This project is expected to provide comprehensive rehabilitation services at a high level, utilizing the latest technologies and practices, contributing to enhancing quality of life, reintegrating individuals, and fostering their interaction with society.

Dr. Abdullah Al-Harthi indicated that the center will provide specialized rehabilitation services, including neurological rehabilitation, burn and muscle rehabilitation, and cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, along with other comprehensive rehabilitation services.

Dr. Ali bin Abdulhussain Al-Lawati, Advisor for Engineering Affairs at the Minister’s Office, stated that this project is part of a larger initiative in the South Al Batinah Governorate, where health projects occupy an area of 700,000 square meters on the same land where the rehabilitation center will be established. He added that the National Rehabilitation Center will feature several specialized departments for physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, prosthetics, as well as administrative divisions, a training and research center, workshops, and storage facilities.

Officer Ahmed bin Muslim Al-Rawas, Assistant President for Administrative Affairs and Human Resources at the Medical City Hospital for Military and Medical Services, emphasized that the Center reflects the partnership and integration between all healthcare institutions in the Sultanate of Oman. This will enhance the quality of healthcare services provided in this sector, improving their effectiveness and ensuring comprehensive and efficient services for patients in these institutions. This contributes to achieving a unified vision aimed at enhancing the health of individuals and the community. Al-Rawas also pointed out that this connection and integration help minimize service gaps, ensuring that patients receive timely and appropriate rehabilitation treatment.

Thakiya bint Said Al-Noobi, Senior Specialist in Prosthetics and Orthopedics at the Directorate General of Al-Khoula Hospital, explained that the National Rehabilitation Center will operate according to unified frameworks, policies, and protocols based on evidence for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation to ensure effective care. It will also serve as a research and academic center specializing in enhancing and developing the efficiency of human resources in this field, ensuring continuous professional development.
Al-Noobi further stated that the Center will include specialized teams to help patients reintegrate into society. It will also bring together a distinguished group of specialists, including rehabilitation doctors, neurologists, neurosurgeons, general practitioners, rehabilitation therapists, nursing care professionals, as well as prosthetics and orthotics experts.
It is worth mentioning that the Center is a world-class rehabilitation system with future aspirations for the project to become a leading regional institution in the development of rehabilitation sciences and enhancing the patient recovery experience.