In a significant development for Gulf Cooperation Council healthcare, King’s College Hospital London Dubai has officially launched its new medical facility in Bahrain, marking a strategic expansion of British healthcare standards in the region. The inauguration ceremony, held at Bahrain Specialist Hospital in Manama, brought together senior representatives from Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates, and the United Kingdom, symbolizing a trilateral partnership in medical excellence.
The event featured distinguished attendees including Alastair Long, British Ambassador to Bahrain, who emphasized the importance of bringing globally recognized healthcare services to Bahraini residents. ‘The arrival of King’s College Hospital represents an exciting advancement for healthcare accessibility in the Kingdom,’ Long remarked. ‘Patients can now experience premium UK medical standards without traveling abroad.’
Kimberley Pierce, CEO of King’s College Hospital London Dubai, characterized the expansion as a commitment to delivering trusted, consultant-led care to communities throughout the GCC. The new clinic will initially provide services through medical professionals traveling from Dubai, covering multiple specialties for both adult and pediatric patients.
The operational model ensures that routine consultations and treatments occur locally in Bahrain, while complex procedures will facilitate seamless referrals to the Dubai facility, maintaining continuity of care. The rollout includes planned specialty clinics in neurosciences beginning January, followed by pediatrics, general surgery, liver transplant services, and orthopedics—all adhering to King’s clinical governance protocols.
This initiative forms part of a broader regional strategy to create integrated healthcare pathways connecting the UAE, Bahrain, and the UK. The collaboration builds upon a knowledge and innovation framework established earlier this year, strengthening medical cooperation and elevating healthcare standards across the Gulf region.