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Omani cardiologist wins Arab Doctor Award

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MUSCAT: Dr Kadhim bin Jafar al Lawati, Senior Consultant in Cardiology and the Director-General of Specialised Medical Care at the Ministry of Health, obtained the Arab Doctor Award 2021.

The award was announced during the virtual regular session of the Arab Health Ministers Council.

Dr Kadhim was given the prize in recognition of his contributions in the field of developing the cardiology services at the local, regional and international levels.

The award targets physicians of health field and its various branches, as well as health sciences in Arab world or those working abroad with distinct initiatives carried out within Arab lands and lead to the enhancement of health services.

The Arab Doctor Award promotes innovations and health programmes to achieve progress in primary healthcare. — ONA