The Qatar Rehabilitation Institute (QRI) is showcasing its cutting-edge rehabilitation services, featuring advanced technology and a personalised approach to care, as part of Hamad Medical Corporation’s (HMC) new campaign.

Titled “Your Health, Our Priority”, HMC noted that the initiative underlines QRI’s dedication to providing world-class rehabilitation, empowering patients to regain independence and improve their quality of life.

A national and regional leader in rehabilitation, QRI offers a comprehensive range of services catering to individuals of all ages recovering from injuries, illnesses, surgeries, or managing chronic conditions.

According to HMC, the institute provides inpatient, day care, outpatient, and community-based rehabilitation, making it a vital resource for those on their journey to recovery and community reintegration.

“Through the Your Health, Our Priority campaign, we aim to offer the highest level of care, utilising the latest in rehabilitation technology, and providing tailored programmes that cater to the unique needs of each patient,” said Dr Hanadi al-Hamad, deputy chief for Long-Term Care, Rehabilitation and Geriatric Care, and lead for Corporate Rehabilitation Therapy Services, in a press statement.

She cited the institute’s up-to-date interdisciplinary approach, bringing together experts from various fields to provide holistic support.

QRI’s state-of-the-art facilities are equipped with robotic labs, aquatic therapy pools, immersive recreational rooms, real-life simulation labs, anti-gravity rehabilitation systems, and assistive technology. These specialised resources enable QRI’s expert teams to offer innovative treatments fitted to each patient's specific needs.

Speaking on the sidelines of a recent media tour, Dr Ajimsha Mohammed Sharafudeen, director, Adult/Paediatric Rehabilitation Services, said that QRI is the only centre in Qatar providing dedicated inpatient rehabilitation.

“We have a 160-bed facility across five floors. The fourth floor is dedicated to paediatrics, while floors five to eight house adult patients recovering from stroke, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and other complex conditions needing intensive rehabilitation,” he said.

Dr Sharafudeen underscored QRI’s high-intensity rehabilitation approach, noting that while the international benchmark for daily therapy sessions is 3.5 hours, QRI provides a total of 5.5 hours. These activities, he noted, include physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, cognitive therapy, recreational activities, and cardio training.

He said that rehabilitation is a continuous process, from birth to death, and pointed to World Health Organisation data showing that one in three people will need it at some stage in their lives.

The QRI official pointed out that one of QRI’s standout features is its advanced robotic equipment: “Robotics help patients engage more because of the challenging games involved”.

He explained how robotic technology can assist patients with conditions like spinal cord paralysis, allowing them to stand and walk, and accelerate their recovery. He added that QRI is now working on greater visibility, having completed its initial seven years of stabilisation.

According to HMC, QRI’s “Precision Rehabilitation” approach, a customised, data-driven method, sets a new benchmark for patient-centred care. This approach leverages advanced analytics and technology to create highly individualised treatment plans.

HMC said QRI also provides holistic options, including healing gardens and functional outing programmes, which facilitate patient well-being and community reintegration.

QRI co-ordinator Zvjezdana Zafa said that the institute is a top rehabilitation centre in the region, offering high-quality inpatient and outpatient services, staying current with research and prioritising equal treatment for all patients.

Zafa showcased specialised services such as the Gait Lab for analysing and treating walking issues, “Easy Street” for training patients on daily activities, and specialised clinics for lymphedema and musculoskeletal issues, mainly for elderly Qataris.

HMC noted that QRI’s commitment to supporting patients is not only within its facilities but also in their communities. Accessible community rehabilitation services and a hi-tech community rehabilitation framework ensure a seamless transition and continued care.

Specialised clinics for prosthetics and orthotics, cognitive rehabilitation, seating, mobility, lymphedema, and neuro-cardiac rehabilitation further highlight QRI’s dedication to addressing diverse rehabilitation needs, HMC added.
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