Barran Press
Aden, Yemen - The Ministry of Health in Yemen's internationally recognized government announced on Wednesday the resumption of operations for the Supreme Medical Council in Aden, the country's temporary capital. This follows a year-long restructuring process initiated by the Presidential Leadership Council.
According to the official Yemeni news agency Saba, the Minister of Health received renewed professional medical licenses from the Supreme Medical Council, allowing him to continue practicing as a healthcare professional.
During the launch event, Health Minister Dr. Qassem Buhaibah urged both public and private sector healthcare workers to obtain new professional identification cards and practice licenses from the council in Aden.
The minister highlighted the council's significant responsibilities, including the equivalency of medical qualifications for healthcare professionals, ensuring patient rights through quality control, and providing medical services according to the latest practices by licensed professionals.
Dr. Omar Zain, chairman of the Supreme Medical Council, emphasized the council's readiness to receive applications for professional classification and practice licenses from all sectors, including public, private, Yemeni, and foreign personnel, across various professional designations.
Zain stressed that the council, established by presidential decree, aims to protect patient rights and ensure access to high-quality healthcare services.
The Presidential Leadership Council issued a decree on August 30, 2023, to restructure the Supreme Medical Council, appointing 15 members.
The resumption of the Supreme Medical Council's operations is seen as a crucial step towards improving the quality of healthcare services in Yemen, which has been severely impacted by the ongoing conflict. The council's role in regulating and overseeing the medical profession is expected to contribute to a more robust and accountable healthcare system in the country.