Dr. Iyabo Tinubu Karch, CEO of Sidra Medicine, presenting certificate to a participant in the programme.
Doha, Qatar: Sidra Medicine celebrated the achievements of 14 middle and senior managers who completed the newly launched Strategic Leadership Development Certificate Program offered by Georgetown University in Qatar (GU-Q).
In her remarks, Dr. Iyabo Tinubu Karch, CEO of Sidra Medicine, gave a background on why she initiated the program and the outcome she hoped to achieve, saying, “Our partnership with GU-Q has been instrumental in strengthening our investment in the growth of our national talent. I am confident that together, we will continue advancing Qatar’s vision of cultivating a highly skilled, innovative, and capable workforce—one that will drive the nation’s healthcare and broader development goals forward.”
In her message to the graduates, Dr. Kelly Otter, Dean of Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies highlighted the importance of strategic leadership in building a better world, saying, “Your dedication and hard work will not only advance the goals of Sidra Medicine, but also will serve your communities well by providing holistic, patient-centric care. Your contributions will ensure that precision medicine is an accessible reality for many in the Gulf region.”
Aysha Al Kuwari, Director of the Talent Management Division at Sidra Medicine, added, “Strong leadership is the backbone of any successful healthcare institution. Through this collaboration with GU-Q, our managers have gained the skills to lead with confidence, adaptability, and a patient-first mindset — qualities that will drive both individual and institutional success at Sidra Medicine.”
Launched in May 2024, the Strategic Leadership Certificate Program featured a distinguished faculty lineup, combining academic insights from Georgetown University’s Department of Health Systems Management with practical expertise from experienced healthcare industry executives.
This tailored approach ensured that the 14 certificate holders are prepared to apply global healthcare insights and practical strategies to Sidra Medicine’s unique operational environment, leading to improved patient outcomes and enhanced organizational efficiency.
Highlighting the Qatar campus’s strategic location and capacity to support this program, Andrew Henley, Chief Operating Officer of GU-Q, remarked, “As we celebrate our 20th Anniversary in Qatar, we are proud to support Georgetown’s School of Continuing Studies and leverage Georgetown’s global network of faculty expertise through GU-Q’s Office of Executive and Professional Education to help build Qatar’s knowledge economy and contribute to positive health, social, and economic outcomes for the region.”
