September 04, 2021:  The Emirates Health Services (EHS) has recently held a meeting to discuss the latest developments on its strategic plan 2023-2026 which is being meticulously developed, in addition to the progress of work on the regulations concerning human and financial resources. 

The EHS has also reviewed the latest organizational and institutional achievements accomplished in line with its action plan and the time set for this plan according to operational indicators and standards. 

The board of director’s meeting, which is the fourth to be held this year, was chaired by HE Dr Mohammed Salim Al Olama, Chairman of the Board of Directors, and attended by HE Dr. Yousef Mohammed Al Serkal, Director General of the EHS, besides other board members.

During the meeting, the board members also reviewed various topics listed on the meeting’s agenda, and ways to improve health and treatment services and ensure their comprehensiveness and integration in accordance with best practices to enhance the quality of life and health of community members.
Al Olama affirmed that the preparation of the EHS strategic plan 2023-2026 is being done meticulously based on a well-thought-out methodology taking into account the time frame and key stages. This would be a highly important plan given it is the first forward-looking plan for the establishment since its launch. 

“The 2023-2026 strategic plan will serve as a roadmap towards exploring ideas, opportunities and enablers to deliver the best health care possible while following an advanced methodology to implement effective governance, map out successful strategies and develop proactive and integrated health services. We are looking forward to creating a health system based on partnership and the latest advanced medical and therapeutic technology within a work environment that focuses on scientific research, innovation and attracting qualified health talents” Al Olama said.

For his part, Dr. Al Serkal, stated that the meeting discussed ways to develop work mechanism and how to move forward with supporting the efforts being made to improve the quality of health care services.

He affirmed that the EHS will adopt the best global practices to develop the performance of health facilities and upgrade the level of health and treatment services.

According to Al Serkal, the meeting also reviewed the latest developments with regard to the EHS strategic plan 2023-2026 and discussed future approaches, strategies, policies and challenges to keep pace with the Year of preparation for the Next 50 plan.
 The meeting also discussed ways to link the EHS future policies and plans with the country’s vision and strategy to enhance the quality of life in the UAE.