From Lothan Hospital, with hearts held in reverence and gratitude — when the skies of uncertainty gathered low and the world felt heavy with the weight of trial, you became the steady flame in the wind. You did not step back. You stepped forward.
Lothan Pulse
Hospital Newsletter
May 2026
Monthly Edition
A Salute From Lothan Hospital
From Lothan Hospital:
A Salute to the Guardians of Kuwait
To the frontline heroes who stood in defense of Kuwait, your presence was more than duty carried out. It was courage made visible, loyalty turned into action, and sacrifice woven quietly into every passing moment. You held the line not only with strength, but with a resolve that turned fear into protection and chaos into shelter.
“You were the shield when the nation needed one, the calm in the storm’s center, the hands that guarded life and dignity when both were at risk.”
Because of you, Kuwait did not bend. It endured. It rose.
With profound respect and unwavering gratitude, Lothan Hospital extends its deepest thanks for your courage, your endurance, and the silent weight you carried so others could live in safety.
Global Health Awareness
31 May 2026
World No Tobacco Day:
Unmasking the Appeal
Every year on 31 May, the World Health Organization marks World No Tobacco Day (WNTD) — an annual campaign to raise awareness on the harmful and deadly effects of tobacco use and second-hand smoke exposure, and to discourage the use of tobacco in any form.
The theme of WNTD 2026 is “Unmasking the Appeal — Countering Nicotine and Tobacco Addiction.”
Key Aspects of the 2026 Campaign
1
Raise awareness of the tobacco and nicotine industry’s evolving strategies — including the use of synthetic nicotine, nicotine salts, and analogues — designed to increase addiction potential while appearing technologically advanced.
2
Advocate for stronger policy action to protect youth through bans on flavors, advertising and promotion (including digital and social media), and regulation of packaging and product design that increase appeal.
3
Prevent addiction and reduce demand by equipping the public — especially youth — with the knowledge and tools to resist industry manipulation and access evidence-based cessation support.
Continuing Education
Lothan Continuous Medical Education Program
The program aims to share knowledge and keep staff updated on recent trends and developments — presenting interesting cases or studies from practice or peer-reviewed journals, current advances in medicine and surgery, advances in diagnostics and management guidelines, and novel procedures and protocols standardized or modified for excellence in patient care.
CME of April
Addison’s Disease
Presenter: Dr. Kashif Rizvi
Head of Internal Medicine / ER / Endocrinology / Diabetes / Medical Education & Medical Director
Date: Tuesday, 7th April 2026
Safety & Preparedness
Safety Training:
Evacuation Chairs & Sledges
👤 Mr. Ruman Adil · Senior Safety Officer
At Lothan Hospital, staff participated in a focused, hands-on safety training session on the use of evacuation chairs and sledges, designed to strengthen emergency preparedness and patient safety.
Through practical demonstrations and supervised practice, participants learned how to safely and efficiently evacuate patients with limited mobility during emergencies such as fires or power failures.
The training emphasized proper handling techniques, teamwork, and rapid response — ensuring that staff are confident and equipped to act decisively when every second matters.
Quality Pulse
International Patient Safety Goals
Within Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation, the International Patient Safety Goals include:
1
Identify Patients Correctly
2
Improve Effective Communication
3
Improve the Safety of Medications
4
Ensure Safe Surgery
Together, these goals serve as a structured framework to enhance patient safety and minimize risks across healthcare settings.
Goal 1 — Patient Identification
The first goal, Patient Identification, is foundational to all aspects of care. At Lothan Hospital, the policy ensures that at least two standardized patient identifiers are consistently used to accurately verify patient identity.
Approved identifiers include the patient’s full name (as per official ID) and either date of birth or national/civil ID. These must be confirmed before administering medications, performing procedures, or delivering any form of care.
Adhering to this practice ensures that the right patient receives the correct treatment every time — reducing the likelihood of errors and strengthening a culture of safety and accountability.
IT Department
AI at Work in Healthcare:
Power with Responsibility
// Innovation · Privacy · Human Oversight
Artificial intelligence is transforming the workplace — boosting efficiency, automating routine tasks, and supporting faster decision-making. In hospitals, it can enhance workflows and improve patient care.
Efficiency Boost
Automating routine tasks and supporting faster decision-making across hospital workflows.
Critical Thinking
Over-reliance on AI can reduce judgment and introduce risks if outputs aren’t properly reviewed.
Data Privacy
Unapproved external AI tools may expose patient information and conflict with HIPAA & GDPR.
Human Oversight
AI should support decisions — not replace human judgment at the center of patient care.
However, over-reliance on AI can reduce critical thinking and introduce risks if outputs are not properly reviewed. AI should support decisions — not replace human judgment.
Data privacy is an even bigger concern in healthcare. Using unapproved or external AI tools may expose sensitive patient information and conflict with standards like HIPAA and GDPR.
The Balance is Key
Use secure, approved systems, protect patient data, and keep human oversight at the center. AI is a powerful tool — but responsibility must come first.