The Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland – Medical University of Bahrain (RCSI Bahrain) has partnered with Bahrain’s Labour Fund ‘Tamkeen’ to develop AI solution for medical education.
The artificial intelligence tool will help medical students in practicing and refining their diagnostic skills on virtual patients while also expanding their knowledge by reviewing unusual and complex medical cases.
The landmark partnership falls in line with Tamkeen’s strategic priorities for 2024, which revolve around three key pillars: cultivating quality employment opportunities, supporting the career development of Bahrainis in the private sector, and supporting private sector enterprises, thus contributing to sustainable economic growth.
H.E Maha Abdulhameed Mofeez Chief Executive – Labour Fund Tamkeen
“As part of our ongoing efforts to support the digital transformation of private sector enterprises of various sizes, sectors, and developmental stages, this partnership with the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) – Medical University of Bahrain comes as a testament to our belief in the importance of adopting advanced technological solutions. These solutions will open new horizons to enhance the quality of medical education, contributing to the development of the research and medical skills of national talent specialized in this field. The healthcare sector is one of the most prominent and promising sectors in the Kingdom of Bahrain, offering significant opportunities for creating high-quality jobs for skilled professionals. The total number of employees in the healthcare sector has exceeded 15,800 across various roles and specialties.”
Mr Stephen Harrison-Mirfield, Managing Director of RCSI Medical University of Bahrain, added that, “We are delighted to join forces with Tamkeen and K-Labs to create an advanced AI-driven solution that will significantly enhance the learning experience of our students. We are grateful to Tamkeen for their instrumental role in fostering Bahrain’s digital transformation and supporting this forward-thinking project. We look forward to the positive outcomes this collaboration will deliver and to further strengthening our partnership with Tamkeen.”
This vision has led to collaborative efforts between RCSI Medical University of Bahrain, Tamkeen, and K-Labs Technology Solutions. Together, the partners are developing a pioneering “AI-powered Virtual Sim Patient” solution.
This innovate tool leverages a Large Language Model and advanced AI capabilities to simulate medical case studies through virtual patients, allowing students to refine their history-taking skills in a highly interactive and immersive environment.
The Labour Fund (Tamkeen) has developed a diverse array of programs to support the employment and career growth of Bahraini nationals, with the ultimate goal of making Bahrainis the preferred choice in the job market.
