Dasman Diabetes Institute Wins Safety Star Awar
The Diagnostic Radiology Department at the Dasman Diabetes Institute (DDI) received the 2023 Safety Star Award from the Ministry of Health, Kuwait, in recognition of its outstanding efforts to enhance patient safety and uphold international quality standards. Established as a center of the Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences (KFAS), DDI serves as an integrated hub for diabetes research and healthcare. The department earned this award through the implementation of innovative technologies, such as the advanced ‘Dosewatch’ tool, which provides precise, real-time radiation dose monitoring. This technology ensures safe radiation levels, offering optimal protection for both patients and staff.
The Ministry of Health, represented by the Assistant Undersecretary for Public Health Affairs, Dr. Munther Al-Hasawi, commended the Institute’s efforts, emphasizing that the award reflects its commitment to enhancing healthcare quality and patient safety. Launched a decade ago, the Safety Star Award promotes safe work environments and fosters innovation in patient safety programs, aligning with the Ministry’s vision of delivering high-quality care that meets international standards.
Dr. Abdulmohsen bin Nakhi, Director of the Diagnostic Radiology Department, highlighted that the collaboration between the Ministry of Health and DDI has achieved meaningful outcomes in implementing best practices in diagnostic radiology. He emphasized that the department’s approach—focused on delivering ‘the best radiology services in a safe environment’—ensures patient safety and boosts staff well-being, which is a crucial factor in earning the award.
This year, the Safety Star Award recognized 23 projects out of 56 submitted by governmental and private institutions across various hospitals and primary healthcare centers, including nine hospitals and eight primary care centers. Six projects from private sector institutions were also honored. The celebration, held in conjunction with World Patient Safety Day, promotes healthcare workers’ awareness of safety programs and provides essential training for implementing best practices.
Dr. Talal Al-Fadala, Director of the Ministry of Health’s Quality and Accreditation Department, noted that the award fosters healthy competition within the healthcare sector, honoring institutions that efficiently execute safety programs. This year’s celebration also promotes the exchange of successful practices and enhances cooperation among institutions to attain higher standards in patient safety.
The Safety Star Award serves as a strong incentive for the Dasman Diabetes Institute to continue innovating technologies and programs that improve patient safety and enhance the work environment. Aligned with the Institute’s mission to advance healthcare quality and address Kuwait’s health challenges, particularly in diabetes and chronic diseases, the institute is actively exploring new collaborations with local and international organizations to elevate radiation safety technologies and improve the community’s quality of life.
