JICA and Iran’s Dynamic Cooperation Through Conducting Training Programs Transferring Japanese Medical Management Models

In a ground-breaking effort to improve Iran's healthcare standards, Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has successfully conducted five impactful training programs in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Medical Education of the I.R of Iran (MHME). These initiatives, as part of JICA Technical Cooperation Project entitled as “Project for Improving Medical Services in the I.R of Iran through Japan’s Medical Management Models”, are designed to inspire Iran's medical services with Japan's cutting-edge medical management models, fostering more qualified healthcare excellence.

Through these programs, Japan's extensive knowledge and experience in medical management were shared with nearly 100 Iranian professionals from MHME, enabling them to adapt and implement the gained valuable insights within Iran's healthcare system.

Lecturers:

August 13, 2024
【Non-Communicable Diseases-NCD Control and Management 】
Lecture: Dr. ISONO Mitsuo, JICA Senior Advisor

August 19, 2024
【Cancer Control and Management】
Lecturer: Dr. ISONO Mitsuo, JICA Senior Advisor

October 7-9, 2024
【Elderly Care】

Lecturers:

(1) Dr. UYAMA Ichiro, Professor, Department of Advanced Robotic and Endoscopic Surgery, School of Medicine, Fujita Health University
(2) Dr. TAKEDA Akinori, Director
Center for Comprehensive Care and Research on Memory Disorders, National Center for Geriatrics and Gerontology
(3) Dr. OTAKA Yohei, Professor
Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, School of Medicine, Fujita Health University
(4) Prof. HORIE Yutaka, Dean
School of Health Sciences, Fujita Health University
(5) Dr. SAKAMOTO Haruka, Associate Professor
Graduate School of Public Health, St. Luke’s International University
(6) Dr. TSUZUKI Akira, Instructor
Faculty of Rehabilitation, School of Health Sciences, Fujita Health University

November 25, 2024
【Hospital Management 】
Lecturer: KITTAKA Kimiyasu, Researcher
Mitsubishi UFJ Research and Consulting

November 26, 2024
【Hospital Design and Construction】
Lecturer: Mr. TSUMOTO Tadayoshi, Director
Yamashita Sekkei Inc.

Reflecting on Success and Building Bridges to Future Opportunities

In the meeting between the Chief Representative of JICA Iran Office, Mr. TANAKA Osamu and the Director General of International Cooperation and Assistant to the Minister of Health, Dr. Mohammad Hossein NIKNAM, the successful completion of these training programs was celebrated. Both parties expressed their desire to further expand mutual collaboration recognizing the significant benefits it brings to the people of Iran.

As JICA and Iran continue to forge a path toward a healthier future, the impact of these training programs extends beyond the immediate benefits. The shared knowledge and expertise not only enhance the capabilities of Iranian healthcare professionals but also pave the way for sustainable development and improved health outcomes, aligning with the global vision of Sustainable Development Goal 3. “Good Health and Well-Being”. Not just improving healthcare, JICA and Iran are building a legacy of excellence and well-being for generations to come together.