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Al Bawaba
2 days ago
- Health
- Al Bawaba
AFC Honors Aspetar's Key Contributions to Advancing Sports Medicine at 8th Medical Conference
Aspetar is a world leading specialised orthopaedic and sports medicine hospital, and the first of its kind in the Middle East. Since 2007, with a world expert team, the hospital has provided top-level comprehensive medical treatment to all athletes in a state-of-the-art facility that sets new standards internationally. In 2009, Aspetar was accredited as a 'FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence'. In 2013, Aspetar was adopted as a reference collaborator centre by the Gulf Countries Council (GCC) Health Ministers Council and 'IOC Research Centre for Prevention of Injury and Protection of Athlete Health' in 2014. In 2015, Aspetar has been recognised as the 'IHF Reference Centre for Athlete and Referee Health'. In 2017, Aspetar was awarded World Health Organization's Patient Safety Friendly Hospital-Level 3 designation. In 2018, Aspetar – Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital was officially awarded Diamond Level accreditation status by Accreditation Canada. This is the highest level of accreditation award possible under the program and awarded to highly committed and quality-oriented organizations that monitor outcomes, use evidence and best practice to improve services. Aspetar is now the first hospital in the State of Qatar to be awarded this coveted Diamond Level Status. Aspetar is a member–organisation of Aspire Zone Foundation, Qatar's innovative sports and healthy lifestyle destination.
Qatar Tribune
3 days ago
- Health
- Qatar Tribune
AFC honours Aspetar for advancing sports medicine
Tribune News Network Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Aspetar, Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital, received a distinguished accolade at the conclusion of the 8th Medical Conference organised by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC). Recognised as a principal scientific partner, Aspetar was commended for its pivotal role and unwavering support, which were instrumental to the success of the region's premier medical event. Dr Abdulaziz Al-Kuwari, chief executive officer of Aspetar, accepted the prestigious award from AFC Secretary General Dato' Windsor during the closing ceremony. Simultaneously, the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) was honoured as a key collaborator in hosting this global event. Dr Al-Kuwari expressed profound pride in this recognition, which validates Aspetar's leadership and excellence in the sports medicine. He underscored the exclusive scientific contributions made by over 20 leading international experts from Aspetar who participated throughout the three-day conference, featuring 54 specialised lectures and sessions, complemented by 13 intensive workshops covering diverse medical disciplines pertinent to sports during the two days preceding the conference. 'We take great pride in our foundational role in the advancement of sports medicine not only across Asia but globally,' Dr Al-Kuwari remarked. 'We remain committed to sustaining and enhancing our impactful contributions to this vital field. Today's honour epitomizes Aspetar's stature as a preeminent and influential institution within scientific, medical, and sports communities.' Dr Al-Kuwari further highlighted the exemplary contributions of Aspetar's experts, notably Dr Khalid Al-Khelaifi, recipient of the Medical Excellence Award, extending his warm congratulations. He also lauded Dr Mohammed Al-Saey for spearheading the issuance of the AFC's first specialised guideline on sports dentistry—an achievement that significantly elevates the profile of Qatar's medical professionals. The concluding day of the conference featured a series of distinguished presentations, including the integration of artificial intelligence in medical imaging and a comprehensive review of Aspetar's innovative approach to sports injury prevention. Researchers elaborated on data collection methodologies within the Qatar Stars League and the successful adaptation of these methodologies across Asian competitions. Novel research topics addressed challenges in women's sports, emergency medical protocols on the field, and the physiological effects of hot climates on female football athletes. Aspetar's participation culminated with an in-depth showcase of its extraordinary experience during the FIFA World Cup QATAR 2022, highlighting best practices in comprehensive medical coverage for major sporting events, thereby cementing Aspetar's status as a global exemplar in sports medicine. This distinguished involvement reaffirms Aspetar's strategic partnership with the AFC and its role as a leading authority actively shaping the future of sports medicine throughout the continent. The conference, now held biennially since the last edition in Doha, is slated to reconvene in 2027.
Qatar Tribune
4 days ago
- Health
- Qatar Tribune
AFC honours Dr Al Khulaifi with Medical Excellence Award
AFC Kuala Lumpur In a new achievement for the Qatar Football Association (QFA) and Aspetar, Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital, Dr. Khalid Abdulrahman Yousef Al Khulaifi, Consultant Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Surgeon and Director of the Visiting Surgeons Program at Aspetar, representing the QFA, received the prestigious Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Medical Excellence Award during a ceremony held on the sidelines of the 8th AFC Medical Conference 2025, currently being held inKuala Lumpur. The award ceremony was attended by AFC leaders, the Malaysian Minister of Youth and Sports, and a number of invited medical experts from the region. The annual award is given to young medical talents under the age of 45, in recognition of their outstanding achievements in the fields of scientific research, the development of medical services, and the enhancement of professional training programs in football. This award is one of the most prominent honors granted by the AFC, having been first launched at the AFC Congress in India in 2015. It continued to celebrate young medical talents in China (2019), and will continue until the eighth edition in Malaysia in 2025. It aims to highlight the pivotal role of young doctors in supporting and developing football in the medical and research fields. The international honour bestowed represents a high-level recognition of Dr. Khalid Al Khelaifi's distinguished career in the field of sports medicine, and consolidates the leadership of Qatari medical talents on the continental and global arenas. His continued research, innovation, and training reflect absolute dedication and continuous giving in the service of sports and medicine. Khalid Ali Al Mawlawi, Acting Director of Aspetar, said, 'We congratulate Dr. Khalid Al Khulaifi on the remarkable achievement, which fills us with pride here at Aspetar. This recognition confirms the pioneering role played by Aspetar's staff in reaching the highest levels and achieving excellence on the regional and global levels. 'Dr. Al Khelaifi's winning of this award consolidates the leadership of Qatari medical competencies on the continental and global levels. It reflects the efforts exerted in serving sports and medicine, and motivates us all to continue in line with the hospital's vision of leadership.' Dr. Khalid Al Khelaifi expressed his happiness at winning the award, saying: 'The honour is the result of blessed efforts, thanks first to God, and then to the support of Aspetar Hospital, which provided me with the ideal environment for development and innovation, and the Qatar Football Association, which was a strong supporter. This achievement confirms the true brilliance of Qatari medical personnel, who are now capable of competing and excelling at the international level. 'I do not consider this victory a final milestone, but rather a strong push to continue the path of development and excellence in the field of sports medicine, and to serve sports not only in our beloved region, but also on the global level.' Dr. Khalid Al Khelaifi has previously served as Medical Director for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, in addition to heading a number of medical committees as Sports Director, such as the 2023 Asian Cup and the Asian Youth Cup, in addition to numerous sports tournaments held in Qatar.
New Straits Times
30-06-2025
- Health
- New Straits Times
Tze Yong to seek treatment at famed Doha hospital
KUALA LUMPUR: Ng Tze Yong will go to a famous hospital in Doha in a bid to save his badminton career. The national men's singles will undergo anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) surgery at the renowned Aspetar Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital in Doha as soon as possible. BAM secretary-general Datuk Kenny Goh said the National Sports Institute (NSI) had recommended Aspetar, and Tze Yong had agreed. Even world famous footballers like Erling Haaland, Kylian Mbappe and other top athletes are said to have received treatment or rehabilitation at Aspetar. "NSI is in contact with Aspetar and we are working on confirming the dates for Tze Yong's surgery," said Kenny. Tze Yong returned from a 14-month layoff after two back surgeries in April, but ruptured his right ACL — an injury which is the bane of athletes — in the Malaysia Masters first round against Hong Kong's Angus Ng last month.
Al Bawaba
21-05-2025
- Health
- Al Bawaba
Aspetar Announces Inaugural Aspetar World Conference 2025: Precision Athlete Health and Performance
Aspetar, a leader in sports medicine and a FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence, announces the opening of registration for the inaugural Aspetar World Conference 2025: Precision Athlete Health and Performance, taking place from 9th to 11th October, 2025, at Aspire Academy in Doha, landmark event is set to be one of the largest and most comprehensive gatherings in sports medicine globally. The conference will feature over 40 international speakers and Aspetar's renowned experts, offering a robust scientific program structured around four main thematic streams: Sports Injuries, Medical Conditions in Sports, Sports Science and Performance, and Sports Pharmacy, Nursing, and the course of three days, attendees will benefit from 18 hours of sessions and multiple hands-on workshops, all designed to address the most current and emerging topics at the intersection of clinical practice, science, and technology in athlete health and renowned expertise will be showcased throughout the conference, with leading clinicians, scientists, and multidisciplinary teams from Aspetar presenting alongside other world-class addition, the event will see the participation of numerous sports bodies, international institutions, and leading universities, further enhancing opportunities for knowledge exchange and collaboration across the global sports medicine upcoming event will feature a comprehensive program addressing a wide range of cutting-edge topics in sports medicine and athlete care. Highlights include the application of artificial intelligence for precision healthcare in athletes, innovative injury prevention strategies for young athletes, and the latest surgical and rehabilitation advances for sports-related injuries. The agenda also covers FIFA's methodologies for tournament preparation and cardiac screening, pain and nerve compression syndromes, and best practices in paediatric athlete will gain insights into effective multidisciplinary teamwork, current anti-doping strategies, the management of bone stress injuries, and the use of shockwave therapy. Additional sessions will explore environmental and recovery strategies, advances in clinical pharmacology, knee cartilage surgery and rehabilitation, and the integration of wearable technologies. A special emphasis will be placed on individualized approaches for female and youth athletes, ensuring that the most current, evidence-based practices are integrated across all facets of athlete health and performance. The conference is open to a broad spectrum of professionals, including physicians, allied healthcare providers, nurses, dentists, pharmacists, researchers, scientists, coaches, and all specialists dedicated to sports medicine and athlete leadership and multidisciplinary expertise will be on full display, reinforcing its role as a pioneer in advancing global standards for athlete health and performance. To secure your place at the forefront of sports medicine innovation, register now at the Aspetar World Conference website. © 2000 - 2025 Al Bawaba ( Signal PressWire is the world's largest independent Middle East PR distribution service.
