Sidra Medicine, Children's Hospital Los Angeles sign memorandum of understanding

Doha, Qatar: Sidra Medicine, a member of Qatar Foundation, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Children s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA),...

Doha, Qatar: Sidra Medicine, a member of Qatar Foundation, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA), marking the beginning of a new collaboration between the two leading pediatric healthcare institutions.

The partnership will develop a comprehensive and collaborative patient care, education, and clinical research program between Sidra Medicine's Heart Center and CHLA; aimed at enhancing knowledge exchange and access to complex pediatric cardiac care across the MENA region.

Dr. Iyabo Tinubu-Karch, Chief Executive Officer of Sidra Medicine, said: "Sidra Medicine is proud to be part of an international collaboration with Children's Hospital Los Angeles, which represents a bold step toward redefining how institutions work together across borders. By combining our strengths and expertise, we are strengthening a culture of innovation, knowledge exchange, and a shared vision for the future of pediatric care."

Lara Khouri, President and Chief Operating Officer of CHLA said: "Each year, CHLA provides care and treatments for children from all 50 U.S. states and more than 90 countries worldwide.

Our mission is to create hope and build healthier futures for children everywhere, and this collaboration will enable CHLA to extend its scientific and clinical expertise to Sidra Medicine, covering areas of mutual interest and growth. We look forward to working jointly with the Sidra Medicine teams to advance medical services, leading-edge research, and exceptional patient care."