Program Overview
The Anesthesia Residency Program at Medical Education – Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) is a structured, competency-based postgraduate training program designed to equip physicians with the comprehensive knowledge, technical skills, and clinical judgment necessary to practice as independent anesthesiologists. The program is accredited by the Arab Board of Health Specializations and the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education International (ACGME-I) and adheres to international standards in medical education and patient safety. It spans several years of progressive training, covering a broad range of anesthetic subspecialties, including general surgery, pediatrics, obstetrics, cardiac, neuroanesthesia, pain medicine and critical care.
Residents rotate through multiple HMC hospitals and affiliated sites, gaining hands-on experience under the supervision of experienced faculty. The program places a strong emphasis on academic development through regular teaching sessions, simulation training, research activities, and participation in quality improvement initiatives. By the end of the program, graduates are well-prepared for board examinations and capable of delivering high-quality, evidence-based anesthesia care in diverse healthcare settings.
Goals and Objectives
The Anesthesia Residency Program at Hamad Medical Corporation aims to train competent and compassionate anesthesiologists who can provide safe, evidence-based care across all surgical specialties. The program focuses on developing clinical expertise, strong medical knowledge, and professional behavior.
Key Objectives:
- Deliver safe and effective anesthesia care in diverse clinical settings.
- Build a solid foundation in anesthesia-related medical knowledge.
- Uphold high standards of professionalism and ethical practice.
- Communicate effectively with patients and healthcare teams.
- Engage in academic, research, and quality improvement activities.
Clinical Training and Key Rotations
Year 1: Internal Medicine, General Surgery, General Pediatric, Emergency Medicine, , Infectious Disease, Cardiology, SICU, MICU, Anesthesia.
Year 2: Post Anaesthesia Care Unit (PACU), General Surgery, Anesthesia Basics, Orthopedic, Pain Medicine, Day Care Unit, Urology.
Year 3: Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU), Obstetric Anesthesia, Pediatric Anesthesia, Orthopedic, Plastic Surgery, ENT, Sedation, Pain Medicine, Neurosurgery.
Year 4: Cardiac Anesthesia, SICU, Pediatric Anesthesia, Orthopedic, Neurosurgery, Obstetric Anesthesia, Pain Medicine, Burn.
Contact Information
Program Coordinator:
Ebtehag Mohamed - 44391763 - EMohamed18@hamad.qa
Program Director:
Dr. Sohel Mohamed Gamal Ahmed
Associate Program Director(s):
Dr. Shakeel Moideen
Program Coordinator:
Ebtehag Mohamed
Program Email:
EMohamed18@hamad.qa
