This landmark launch brings world-class Parkinson’s care closer to patients in the Kingdom of Bahrain and the wider Gulf region.
The new clinic offers people living with Parkinson’s disease, dementia, and other movement disorders access to advanced treatments, multidisciplinary care, and international expertise from King’s College Hospital London specialists—now available in Bahrain. For the first time, patients and caregivers no longer need to travel abroad to receive the latest evidence-based therapies and support.
“Bahrain Specialist Hospital has always sought to improve access and specialisation of care for our beloved Kingdom of Bahrain, the citizens and residents living here, and the wider region of the GCC and Middle East. This collaboration with King’s College Hospitals Dubai brings leading international clinicians directly in contact with those who most need their expertise in delivering world-class, scientific and research-based diagnostic and therapeutic guidelines and care pathways. This will serve not just our country, but the wider region by bringing that expertise closer to home.”
– Dr. Kasim Ardati, Managing Director, Bahrain Specialist Hospital
World-Class Expertise Now In Bahrain
Led byDr. Vinod Metta, Consultant Interventional Neurologist & Movement Disorders Specialist, andProfessor K. Ray Chaudhuri, Consultant Neurologist, the Bahrain clinic is an extension of the renowned Parkinson’s clinical and academic Centre of Excellence in the GCC. Known for its multidisciplinary model, advanced clinical expertise, and pioneering research, the Centre attracts patients worldwide and is recognised as a leader in Parkinson’s treatment and innovation.
By establishing a dedicated presence in Bahrain, King’s Parkinson’s Centre of Excellence is transforming the Parkinson’s care landscape in the Gulf. Patients gain:
- Local access to world-class Parkinson’s specialists
- Advanced treatments without the need to travel abroad
- Multidisciplinary support for both patients and caregivers
- Direct pathways to participate in research and clinical trials
“We are proud to have the King’s Parkinson’s Centre of Excellence in Bahrain as part of the Bahrain Specialist Hospital network. Through this collaboration we will expand the scope of services to other medical fields, leveraging the excellence of the Bahrain Specialist Hospital facility and team with the international reputation and clinical leadership of King’s College Hospitals, for the benefit of our local and regional patient populations.”
– Mr. Majed Ardati, Chief Executive Officer, Bahrain Specialist Hospital
Bahrain Parkinson’s Patients Connecting Communities Program
In collaboration with the Emirates Parkinson’s Patients Association (Parkinson’s UAE), the launch included a free Parkinson’s clinic and an open Q&A session for patients and caregivers. Around 100 participants joined both in-person and via Zoom, engaging directly with world experts in an interactive format.
Dr. Vinod Metta, Director of the Parkinson’s Program, emphasised that the initiative gives patients and caregivers a unique opportunity to connect with world-renowned specialists, access vital information, and receive practical tools to manage their condition effectively. He highlighted that patients no longer need to travel abroad for advanced treatment—those resources are now available close to home.
Leadership Statements
“Bringing our Parkinson’s Centre of Excellence to Bahrain is about more than expanding our footprint; it’s about bringing world-class care closer to the people who need it most. Patients no longer have to travel abroad for cutting-edge treatments and support. We’re proud to work with Bahrain Specialist Hospital to bring the Best of British Healthcare to the region and give patients and their families new hope, world-class expertise, and easier access to advanced therapies.”
– Ms. Kimberley Pierce, Chief Executive Officer, King’s College Hospital London, Dubai
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