WELCOME FROM THE PRESIDENT OF JBMS
Dear Colleagues,
A Legacy of Excellence: Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Bahrain Medical Society.
It’s with a profound sense of pride and respect that we commemorate the golden jubilee of the Bahrain
Medical Society (BMS). Over the past half-century, BMS has solidified its status as a pillar of Bahrain’s
medical community, ceaselessly advocating for the interests of healthcare professionals and consistently
striving to uplift the standard of patient care in the Kingdom.
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In 1973, when the Bahrain Medical Society was established, the founders envisaged a platform where
medical professionals could collaborate, share knowledge, and address challenges collectively. Today,
that vision stands realized as BMS has not only been instrumental in fostering medical advancements in
the Kingdom but has also ensured that Bahrain remains at the forefront of regional medical innovation
and excellence.
Throughout its illustrious journey, BMS has overseen countless initiatives, from orchestrating
comprehensive training programs and workshops to guiding policies that shape the nation’s health sector.
The society’s commitment to research and academic pursuits is evident from the plethora of papers,
studies, and journals that have borne its emblem, contributing to both national and global knowledge
pools.
However, the true hallmark of BMS’s impact is its unwavering commitment to the people of Bahrain. By
championing patient rights, working towards affordable healthcare, and emphasizing preventive care,
the society has ensured that the health and wellbeing of the Bahraini populace always remain paramount.
As we celebrate this significant milestone, it’s essential to reflect upon the challenges that were faced
and the adversities that were overcome. The global health landscape has drastically evolved over the
past 50 years, with new diseases emerging and technology playing an ever-increasing role in patient
care. Through all these shifts, the adaptability and resilience of the Bahrain Medical Society have been
nothing short of commendable.
Looking ahead, the future promises even more rapid advancements and transformations. With the advent
of telemedicine, AI-driven diagnostics, and personalized medicine, the next half-century is poised to
redefine healthcare as we know it. And as always, we are confident that the Bahrain Medical Society will
remain at the helm, guiding and steering the nation towards a brighter and healthier tomorrow.
In conclusion, the golden jubilee of the Bahrain Medical Society isn’t just a celebration of its past
achievements but also a testament to its enduring promise for the future. Here’s to another 50 years of
medical excellence, innovation, and unwavering commitment to the health of the people of Bahrain.
Congratulations, Bahrain Medical Society, on this landmark achievement!
Dr. Amer Alderazi
MBBCh, MSc, CABS
President
Journal of The Bahrain Medical Society
MESSAGE FROM THE DESK OF THE CHIEF EDITOR
Dear Colleagues,
On behalf of our editorial team, I would like to thank our readers, contributors, authors, editors and
anonymous reviewers, all of whom have volunteered to contribute to the success of the journal and
also for its mission to improve the quality of care and research in the form of publication in the
health field.
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Journal of the Bahrain Medical Society (JBMS) provides an important forum to address critical issues in the health field in Bahrain.
It reflects the local clinical findings in different aspects of health specialities and disseminates knowledge in basic research.
We are very proud with the increased numbers of submissions of good quality research, particularly from primary health care providers in Bahrain.
We hope JBMS will become the primary platform for researchers to share findings and discuss all aspects of health in the development of
future innovations that will benefit our community. An enormous amount of work has been done towards the development of this journal in
the past years.
Finally, we encourage contributions from the scientific communities to ensure a continuity of a successful medical journal.
Authors, reviewers and guest editors are always welcome. We also welcome comments and suggestions that could improve the quality of the journal.
Thank you. We hope you will find JBMS more informative in the future endeavour.
Dr Rana Al-Ghatam
Consultant Orthodontist
Doctorate in Orthodontics (Bristol), FDS RCS (Edinburgh), MOrth RCS (Edinburgh), MFD RCS (Ireland), BDS (London), BSc (Boston)
Clinical Director of Cleft Care Bahrain Service
Chairperson of Research and Research Ethics Committee
Dental & Maxillofacial Centre
Royal Medical Services, Bahrain Defence Force
P.O. Box 28743, West Riffa, Kingdom of Bahrain
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Dr. Amer Alderazi
President
BMS
Dr. Rana Al Ghatam
Editor-in-Chief
JBMS
