Dr. Ismail El-Hefnawi, General Manager of the Egyptian Healthcare Authority's Port Said branch, emphasized that patient safety is the top priority in the healthcare system. He made these remarks during the closing ceremony of a patient safety awareness and training day, attended by Dr. Naha El-Deghidi, Deputy Manager of the branch, and other department heads. The event aimed to promote a culture of patient safety and implement international standards within the branch's healthcare facilities.
The ceremony included the honoring of outstanding leaders and staff members, with the Quality Department presenting shields of appreciation and excellence to Dr. El-Hefnawi, Dr. El-Deghidi, and Dr. Sara Karawia, Director of the Technical Office at the branch. The awards recognized their continuous support and efforts in developing patient safety mechanisms and improving the healthcare system in various branch facilities.
A list of 37 honored individuals was released, including medical and administrative staff, quality and safety teams from hospitals, centers, and health units. Notable recipients included Dr. Ibrahim Hassan, consultant for ear, nose, and throat surgery; Dr. Sara Mostafa El-Ruby, cardiology specialist at El-Hayat Hospital; and Dr. Mohamed Salah El-Shahat, intensive care physician at El-Shifa Medical Complex.
The honored list also included department heads and staff from various healthcare facilities, such as Dr. Hassan Mohamed, quality director at El-Hayat Hospital; Dr. Dina Abdel Wahab Qouta, quality director at El-Gawhara Center; and Dr. Sara Abdel Hamid Ahmed Othman, quality director at Omar Ibn Al-Khattab Unit. Other recipients included pharmacists, compliance officers, and quality department staff.
The event was organized and coordinated by the Quality Department at the Port Said branch, under the supervision of Dr. Sherine Thabit, Quality Department Director. The organizing committee included representatives from the Media Department, Training and Development Department, and Moral Support Department. The ceremony demonstrated the integration of various departments to promote patient safety and quality concepts.
Dr. El-Hefnawi stated that honoring outstanding staff is not just a celebration of their efforts but also an incentive to continue working as a team and intensify efforts to develop patient safety mechanisms and implement comprehensive quality standards. This aims to ensure sustained excellence and provide safe, integrated healthcare that meets citizens' aspirations and aligns with the Egyptian Healthcare Authority's ambitions.
The ceremony highlighted the importance of teamwork and collaboration in achieving patient safety and quality goals. By recognizing and rewarding outstanding staff, the Port Said branch of the Egyptian Healthcare Authority reinforced its commitment to delivering high-quality healthcare services that prioritize patient safety and well-being.
Key points
- The Egyptian Healthcare Authority's Port Said branch honors outstanding staff for their efforts in promoting patient safety and quality healthcare.
- The ceremony aimed to reinforce a culture of patient safety and implement international standards within the branch's healthcare facilities.
- A total of 37 individuals were honored for their contributions to patient safety and quality healthcare in Port Said.
