His Majesty King Hamad yesterday received American Mission Hospital Chief Executive Officer and Chief Medical Officer Dr George Cheriyan and US Ambassador Stephanie Hallett.
Dr Cheriyan and Ambassador Hallett presented His Majesty with a commemorative gift marking the Year of Isa Al Kabeer (Legacy of the American Mission Hospital).
They also briefed him on plans to redevelop the historic hospital building on its original site as a gift to the capital for the next century, and to convert the former Women’s and Children’s Hospital building into a healthcare museum.
The King expressed appreciation for the gift and commended the hospital’s development plans and projects, which reflect its continued commitment to enhancing healthcare services.
His Majesty commended the efforts of the American Mission Hospital’s management and staff in providing high-quality medical and healthcare services to citizens and residents.
He also praised the hospital’s long-standing reputation, the expertise and professionalism of its medical staff and its position as one of the region’s pioneering hospitals for more than 120 years.
His Majesty highlighted the hospital’s contributions to advancing healthcare and medical treatment, and its continued expansion and development of services in the kingdom.
The King highlighted the deep-rooted relations between Bahrain and the United States, and the close co-operation between the two countries across various domains, particularly in healthcare and medicine.
He also commended Bahrain’s achievements in the medical sector and its pioneering and advanced healthcare system, noting the kingdom’s continued progress in implementing its ambitious development plans.
Dr Cheriyan expressed appreciation to the King for his long-standing support for the hospital and its staff.
This reflects the strength of Bahrain-US relations and the shared commitment to continued co-operation, he said.
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