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Message From Leadership

Sustainability at RAKMHSU

Message from Leadership

Prof. Ismail Matalka, President of RAKMHSU

President’s Message

A message on sustainability from the University’s leadership.

At RAK Medical and Health Sciences University, we recognize that sustainability is not a choice, but a responsibility — one that shapes the future of healthcare, education, and our global community.

As a university dedicated to excellence in health professions education, we are committed to integrating sustainability across all dimensions of our work: teaching, research, clinical practice, and community engagement. Our approach is guided by a clear vision: to prepare future healthcare leaders who are not only clinically competent but also socially responsible and environmentally conscious.

Sustainability at RAKMHSU is embedded within our strategic priorities. Through our academic programs, we aim to align learning with global challenges, including the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a particular focus on health and wellbeing. Our research endeavors increasingly address pressing issues such as public health, environmental sustainability, and interdisciplinary innovation.

We are equally committed to responsible campus operations, fostering a culture of sustainability among our students, faculty, and staff, and strengthening our partnerships with local and global communities. These efforts are supported by continuous evaluation, measurable impact, and transparent reporting.

As we move forward, we will continue to build a structured, evidence-based sustainability roadmap, ensuring that our initiatives translate into meaningful, measurable outcomes.

Together, we strive to contribute to a healthier, more sustainable future.

Prof. Ismail Matalka
President
RAK Medical and Health Sciences University
Dr. Eslam El Nebrisi, Dean of Quality Assurance and Institutional Effectiveness

Deanship of Quality Assurance and Institutional Effectiveness (QAIE) Message

Sustainability through quality, evidence and continuous improvement.

At RAK Medical and Health Sciences University (RAKMHSU), sustainability is approached through a lens of quality, evidence, and continuous improvement. The Deanship of Quality Assurance and Institutional Effectiveness (QAIE) plays a central role in ensuring that sustainability is not only embedded within institutional practices but also systematically measured, evaluated, and enhanced.

Our commitment is to align sustainability with the university’s strategic plan, ensuring integration across governance, education, research, and community engagement. Through structured frameworks, we support the development of clear policies, measurable Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and data-driven decision-making processes that reflect both institutional priorities and stakeholder expectations.

The sustainability framework at RAKMHSU is grounded in evidence generated from internal stakeholders, including students, faculty, and staff, and aligned with international benchmarks and ranking methodologies. QAIE ensures that this alignment translates into coherent implementation, transparent reporting, and demonstrable impact.

We continue to work collaboratively with all university units to build a robust sustainability roadmap, strengthen institutional effectiveness, and position RAKMHSU as a responsible and forward-looking academic institution.

Dr. Eslam El Nebrisi
Dean – Quality Assurance and Institutional Effectiveness
RAK Medical and Health Sciences University