Firstly, the role of doctors extends beyond mere diagnosis and treatment. They are the pivot around which patient care revolves, offering emotional support, understanding patient history, and tailoring treatments to individual needs. This human aspect is something no equipment or building can replicate. Their empathy, ability to comfort in times of distress, and providing a human connection in the sterile environment of healthcare are irreplaceable.

Moreover, doctors play a critical role in decision-making and managing healthcare resources efficiently. Their expertise is crucial in determining the most effective use of medical equipment and facilities. They assess patient needs, prioritize treatments, and make life-saving decisions daily. This judicious use of resources ensures that healthcare systems function optimally, benefiting a larger segment of society.

Additionally, the importance of continued learning and adaptation in medicine primarily falls on the shoulders of doctors. With medical science constantly evolving, doctors are responsible for staying updated with the latest treatments and technologies. They are the ones who integrate new knowledge and techniques into the existing system, ensuring that healthcare evolves and improves over time.

While advanced equipment and modern facilities are essential components of a healthcare system, they are tools that require skilled hands to be effective. It is the doctors who bring these tools to life, applying them in the most beneficial ways for patient care. Without their knowledge, skill, and human touch, the best equipment and facilities would remain underutilized, if not entirely useless.

In conclusion, while equipment and buildings are integral to a healthcare system, it is the doctors who are its lifeblood. They bring expertise, decision-making skills, empathy, and continuous learning to the table, making them indispensable. The success and effectiveness of any healthcare system are, therefore, inextricably linked to the quality and dedication of its doctors.

Dr. Amer Alderazi
MBBCh, MSc, CABS
President
Journal of the Bahrain Medical Society

Journal of the Bahrain Medical Society (JBMS) provides an important forum to address critical issues in the health field in Bahrain. It reflects the local clinical findings in different aspects of health specialties and disseminates knowledge in basic research. We are very proud with the increased numbers of submissions of good quality research, particularly from primary health care providers in Bahrain. 

We hope JBMS will become the primary platform for researchers to share findings and discuss all aspects of health in the development of future innovations that will benefit our community. An enormous amount of work has been done towards the development of this journal in the past years.

Finally, we encourage contributions from the scientific communities to ensure a continuity of a successful medical journal. Authors, reviewers, and guest editors are always welcome. We also welcome comments and suggestions that could improve the quality of the journal.

Thank you. We hope you will find JBMS more informative in the future endeavor.

Have a prosperous new year!

Dr Rana Al-Ghatam
Consultant Orthodontist
Doctorate in Orthodontics (Bristol), FDS RCS (Edinburgh), MOrth RCS (Edinburgh), MFD RCS (Ireland),
BDS (London), BSc (Boston)
Head of Medical Affairs & Services
Clinical Director of Cleft Care Bahrain Service
Dental & Maxillofacial Centre
Royal Medical Services, Bahrain Defence Force
P.O. Box 28743, West Riffa, Kingdom of Bahrain

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