According to the agreement, the UAE University and HMSDC will work together on developing human resources by nominating UAE University medical students and graduates to train at Harvard Medical School, or its affiliated hospitals in Boston.
The MoU was signed by Dr. Hadef bin Jouan Al Dhahiri, Vice Chancellor of the UAE University and Dr. Robert L. Thurer, Chief Academic Officer of HMSDC at the Dubai Healthcare City, a member of Tatweer.
Acknowledging the Harvard Medical School as one of the best institutions for higher and continuing medical education, learning and research, Dr Hadef Al Dhahiri said: "The agreement is a win-win situation not only for us at the UAE University and HMSDC, but also for our students who can now acquire world-class qualifications from internationally recognised institutions."
Dr. Thurer of HMSDC said: "Our partnership with the UAE University will ensure a better professional future for graduates who wish to learn and gain experience at the Harvard Medical School and its affiliates."
According to the agreement, a joint committee will determine the terms of co-operation and create a work plan outlining the goals and implementation methods in line with a time table approved by both parties. The committee will convene at least twice a year to follow up on the joint agenda.
Co-operation may include research, development, and professional consultations; education and training programmes; dissemination of medical information; student internships and work integrated learning; exchange of knowledge; exchange of appropriate scientific publications; organisation of scientific conferences, workshops, and specialised seminars; and co-operation in the field of specialised training.
The MoU was initiated by eFORS Dubai, the marketing arm of the Research Affairs of the UAE University, which was founded to highlight the role of the institution in community development and facilitate its interaction with governmental and private sectors.
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UAE University partners with Harvard Medical School Dubai Center to provide advanced medical studies for UAE students
- United Arab Emirates: Saturday, December 16 - 2006 at 13:21
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The UAE University has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Harvard Medical School Dubai Center (HMSDC) Institute for Postgraduate Education and Research, to help provide higher education options, especially in medical sciences.
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For more information please contact Eng. Ramadan Ben Amer, the General Manager of eFORS Dubai, at (04) 3303303 or Tarek Sakik Senior Account Manager JIWIN, The Public Relations arm of Dubai Press Club at (04) 361 3593About Dubai Healthcare City
Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC) was launched in November 2002 to fill the gap between Europe and South East Asia by establishing a regional gateway for customers and patients to receive world-class healthcare and to enjoy first class medical and wellness services.
Dubai Healthcare City aims to establish a distinctive regional hub providing developed healthcare services, and advance health related educational programs and scientific research in the Middle East. DHCC seeks to acquire a number of authorities and international corporations specialized in providing healthcare, education, services and research, whilst positioning itself within Dubai, and mutually benefiting from the professional collaboration provided.
DHCC is made up of a core Academic Medical Centre (AMC) comprising Harvard Medical School Dubai Centre (HMSDC), Institute for Postgraduate Education and Medical research, a University Teaching Hospital (UTH) and the Dubai Harvard Foundation for Medical research (DHFMR). Complementing the AMC, DHCC has Medical and Wellness Clusters of world-class private healthcare institutions. Some of the other renowned partners who have joined DHCC are Mayo Clinic, AstraZeneca, Harvard Medical International, Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Medical Centre and the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery.
About Tatweer
Launched in December 2005 Tatweer is one the region's most promising enterprises and a Member of Dubai Holding. It owns nine market-leading companies and managing an ambitious business development plan.
Its current portfolio is divided into Energy & Healthcare, Tourism & Entertainment, Industry & Knowledge. Its entities are Dubai Healthcare City, the region's hub for world-class quality healthcare services; Mizin, one of the most advanced real estate companies in the region; Dubailand, one of the biggest leisure, entertainment and tourism destinations in the Middle East region; Dubai Industrial City, an industrial township to develop Dubai as a leading manufacturing hub; Bawadi, the world's leading hospitality and entertainment project bringing 31 hotels and more than 29,000 hotel rooms; Dubai Energy, investing in regional and global energy opportunities and building a diversified investment portfolio; Dubai Mercantile Exchange, the first commodity futures exchange in the Middle East; Global Village, which brings together 160 different countries showcasing myriad cultures; and Moutamarat, the first Arab initiative organizing research-based conferences and exhibitions.
A Member of Dubai Holding, Tatweer and its entities will continue to consolidate a group of life-improving industries. In addition, it has pioneered the market with joint venture initiatives with leading companies such as the New York Mercantile Exchange or the Saudi Research and Publishing Company.
Tatweer will continuously strive for world-class performance implementing leadership development to drive and sustain business excellence, quality and high performance.
Posted by Lara Lynn Golden, News EditorSaturday, December 16 - 2006 at 13:21 UAE local time (GMT+4)
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