RCSI Bahrain

We are proud to celebrate the success of the RCSI International Education Forum, which brought together colleagues from our campuses in Dublin, Bahrain, Malaysia and China.

The Forum provided a valuable platform for collaboration, knowledge exchange and innovation in health professions education across our global RCSI community.

Professor Sameer Otoom, President of RCSI Bahrain, chaired a session on aligning health professions education with the UN Sustainable Development Goals and shared our latest University developments in education, research and community service at a Town Hall meeting.

Thank you to all RCSI Medical University of Bahrain staff who contributed to this successful event and represented our University.

We are delighted to announce that Professor Sameer Otoom, President of RCSI Medical University of Bahrain, and Dr Mohamed Ameen AlSaati, CEO of Amana Healthcare Bahrain, developed as part of the M42 portfolio of healthcare providers in partnership with Mumtalakat, signed a Memorandum of Understanding to advance clinical education and strengthen the Kingdom's specialist healthcare workforce.

Through this collaboration, students and staff will gain access to various academic engagement and specialised clinical practice in long-term care and post-acute rehabilitation, as well as joint research initiatives aligned with national priorities.

By broadening exposure to diverse healthcare settings, the University will further enhance the preparedness of graduates for a wide range of professional pathways while contributing to the continued development and resilience of Bahrain’s healthcare sector.

RCSI Medical University of Bahrain is pleased to announce its upcoming Nursing and Midwifery 20th Anniversary Conference, under the theme: “20 Years of Excellence and Innovation in Nursing Education: Celebrating the School of Nursing and Midwifery Legacy and Shaping the Future.” to be held in the Kingdom of Bahrain on 31 March 2027.

CALL FOR ABSTRACTS
We invite researchers, educators, clinicians, healthcare professionals, and students to submit abstracts aligned with the conference theme and sub-themes.

Submissions are welcomed in the following categories:
• Original research
• Systematic reviews
• Case studies
• Clinical audits
• Quality improvement projects
• Evidence-based practice initiatives
• Change management projects
• Concept analyses

Abstract Requirements
Word Count: 150–200 words

Required Headings:
• Study Title
• Background
• Aim/Objectives
• Methods
• Findings
• Implications/Recommendations

Keywords: 3–6 keywords

Important Dates
• Abstract Submission Deadline: 15 August 2026
• Notification of Outcome: 15 September 2026

For more information, please visit

Nursing and Midwifery Anniversary Conference The campus is open and we endeavour to accommodate access requests as applicable. Please note that campus tours are currently unavailable. For assistance, please contact +97317351450.

During a recent senior management visit to Egypt, members of our leadership team reconnected with Dr Amr Khafagy (Class of 2020), an Orthopaedic Surgery Resident at Souad Kafafi University Hospital.

Dr Khafagy was highly praised by hospital supervisors for his professionalism and clinical excellence.

Reflecting on the visit, he shared: "I am proud to be an RCSI Bahrain graduate and grateful for the strong foundation the university gave me in clinical excellence, professionalism, and patient-centred care.”

We are proud to announce the recipients of the RCSI Medical University of Bahrain Alumni Awards 2026, recognising graduates making a significant impact across healthcare, education, research, and community engagement globally. 
  
Congratulations to this year’s distinguished recipients: 
 
Inspiring Excellence Award 
 
• Dr Majid AlTeneiji (Class of 2011) | Consultant Paediatric Pulmonologist and Sleep Physician, Head of Paediatric Pulmonary and Paediatric Sleep Units at Al Jalila Children’s Speciality Hospital, Dubai Health, and Clinical Assistant Professor at Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences, UAE. 
• Dr Aysha Almoosa (Class of 2012) | Consultant Dermatologist and Head of Dermatology Department at Government Hospitals, Bahrain. 
• Mr Aiman Alsaho (Class of 2017 BSc Nursing; Class of 2024 MSc Nursing) | Nursing Shift Supervisor at Royal Medical Services – King Hamad University Hospital, Bahrain. 
 
Educator of the Year Award 
 
• Dr Tareq AlTaei (Class of 2012) | Consultant Radiologist at Salmaniya Medical Complex, Bahrain. 
• Ms Ria Falamarzi (Class of 2014) | Training Coordinator and Simulation Educator at the Crown Prince Centre for Training and Medical Research – Bahrain Defence Force Royal Medical Services, Bahrain. 
 
Researcher of the Year Award 
 
• Dr Yusuf Alalwan (Class of 2015) | Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist and Heart Failure Director at Indiana University Ball Memorial Hospital, USA. 
• Dr Mohammed Alazzawi (Class of 2013) | Specialist Registrar in General Surgery at RCSI, Ireland. 
 
Community Impact and Philanthropy Award 
 
• Dr Maryam Almustapha (Class of 2018) | Physician and Public Health Advocate at Federal Medical Centre, Abuja, Nigeria. 
• Ms Maha Albalooshi (Class of 2019) | Palliative and Pain Nurse at Bahrain Oncology Centre, Bahrain. 
 
2026 Intern Award 
 
• Dr Ayah Khalaf (Class of 2025) | Intern at Salmaniya Medical Complex, Bahrain.

RCSI Medical University of Bahrain and the Ministry of Education have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen cooperation in preparing students for medical and healthcare studies.

The agreement was signed in the presence of His Excellency Dr Mohammed bin Mubarak Juma, Minister of Education and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Higher Education Council, Professor Michael Kerin, President of the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) in Dublin and Professor Sameer Otoom, President of RCSI Bahrain. The memorandum was signed by Ms Suha Saleh Hamada, Director General of Schools Affairs at the Ministry of Education and Professor Cathal Kelly, Vice Chancellor of the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) in Dublin.

This partnership aims to support secondary school students in pursuing future careers in the health and medical fields through workshops, orientation sessions, and hands-on learning opportunities.

We are proud to celebrate the outstanding graduates from the School of Nursing and Midwifery and the School of Postgraduate Studies & Research who were recognised for their achievements at yesterday's 17th Annual Conferring Ceremony.

• Nurse Zahra Asseri – Valedictorian and Nursing Overall Gold Medal

• Nurse Rawan Aldoseri – BSc Nursing Silver Medal

• Nurse Noora Alrowaiei – BSc Nursing Bronze Medal

• Nurse Maryam Gerashi – The Rufaida Al-Aslamia Award in Nursing

• Nurse Mohamed Restam – MSc in Nursing Overall Gold Medal

• Ms Farida Elkhamisy – MSc by Research from RCSI in Dublin.

We extend our sincere congratulations to the School of Medicine graduates whose outstanding academic achievements were recognised at yesterday’s 17th Annual Conferring Ceremony.

• Dr Aiman Khudair – Valedictorian and Medicine Overall Gold Medal

• Dr Simple Joseph – Degree Award Marks Gold Medal, Senior Cycle Silver Medal, The Professor Niall O’Higgins Prize in Surgery, The Professor John Murphy Prize in Obstetrics & Gynaecology, and The Professor Charlotte Kamel Prize in Psychiatry

• Dr Abdulrahman Alrujaib – Senior Cycle Bronze Medal

• Dr Sama Thiab – The Professor James Finucane Prize in Medicine

• Dr Janan Alradhi – The Professor Joe McMenamin Prize in Paediatrics

• Dr Taim Akhal – The Professor David Whitford Prize in General Practice

Congratulations to the 117 graduates from the undergraduate and postgraduate nursing programmes who were celebrated today at the School of Nursing and Midwifery Conferring Ceremony!

During the event, Nurse Noora Alrowaiei addressed fellow graduates on behalf of the nursing cohort, expressing appreciation for the support received throughout their studies and reaffirming the humanitarian role of the nursing profession in serving society.

We are proud of our nurses’ dedication and wish them every success as they begin their healthcare careers.

Under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) – Medical University of Bahrain held today its 17th Annual Conferring Ceremony in the esteemed presence of His Excellency Lieutenant General Dr Shaikh Mohammed bin Abdulla Al Khalifa, Chairman of the Supreme Council of Health, and His Excellency Dr Mohammed bin Mubarak Juma, Minister of Education and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Higher Education Council, at the Gulf Convention Centre.

The ceremony was attended by senior Bahraini officials, dignitaries and distinguished guests, alongside senior RCSI officials, including Professor Michael Kerin, President of RCSI Dublin, Professor Sameer Otoom, President of RCSI Medical University of Bahrain and Professor Cathal Kelly, Vice Chancellor and Chief Executive Officer of RCSI Dublin.

The School of Medicine Valedictorian, Dr Aiman Khudair, delivered an address reflecting on the achievements, resilience and shared experiences of the graduating class.

Congratulations to the 168 medical graduates who were celebrated today. We wish them success in their future careers.