April 01th 2025

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – Batterjee Medical College had the honor of welcoming a distinguished delegation from the University of Cambridge, led by Professor Patrick Maxwell, Dean of the School of Clinical Medicine. The visit marks a pivotal step toward shaping a meaningful academic and research partnership between two institutions committed to advancing healthcare education.

Professor Maxwell and his team were received by BMC leadership, including Mr. Ahmed AbuelAfieh, Strategy and Business Development Advisor; Dr. Mohammed Shaikh, Head of the Medicine Program; and Dr. Asim Al-Shanbari, Dean of BMC Jeddah. Discussions explored joint initiatives in curriculum development, faculty exchange, and collaborative scientific research — all designed to elevate innovation and academic excellence regionally and globally.

Dr. Osama Kansara, CEO of Batterjee Medical Colleges, shared:
"We are proud to collaborate with the University of Cambridge — a world leader in medical education. This partnership reflects our commitment to shaping a future where science, innovation, and academic distinction serve our students and the broader community."

Dr. Ahmed Altyar, Chief Business Development Officer, added:
"Professor Maxwell’s visit is a testament to BMC’s growing global footprint and our mission to foster transformative academic partnerships aligned with Vision 2030."

This visit reinforces BMC’s dedication to fostering global partnerships, driving research excellence, and shaping future-ready healthcare professionals through world-class education and collaborative innovation

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