Kuwaiti-American Healthcare History

Kuwaiti-American Relations

• Kuwaiti health issues, especially among divers, were linked to the country's location and economic situation.
• The American Hospital in Kuwait was established in 1913.
• The Kut Memorial Hospital opened in 1939, under Sheikh Ahmad Al-Jabir, with support from Dr. Malery.
• The Malery Memorial Hospital, also opened in 1939, under Sheikh Ahmad Al-Jabir, involved Dr. Malery.
• American involvement in Kuwait's healthcare decreased after the development of Kuwaiti services and the petroleum industry.
• Dr. Skeder (Indian origin) continued working in Kuwaiti hospitals even after the health ministry took over the missionary hospital.
• Dr. Eleanor Kalvery (known as Khātūn Ḥalīmah) was the first female physician in Kuwait, according to her writings. She also documented the first female patient, named Mabrukah.
• Dr. Malery, born in London, studied at the Philadelphia Medical College of Surgery in 1905. Appointed in 1906, he died in Kuwait from a heart attack in 1910. Buried in Bahrain with his wife.
• These individuals played a part in Kuwaiti medical development.

American Figures in Kuwait

• Dr. Malery's interactions with Sheikh Mubarak were significant. A quote from Dr. Malery noted a discussion on why Syria didn't protect Kuwait, to which Sheikh Mubarak's response was, "I am the protector."
• Dr. Mary Cabrerly Van was born in Ohio, trained at the Norton Memorial Nursing Training School (1917), known as Khātūn Mary.
• Bessie London Malery (Dr. Malery's wife), born in Philadelphia, died in 1942. Known as Khātūn Sa'īdah (Happy Woman), first known appointment in 1906.
• These figures highlight American medical contributions and experiences in Kuwait.

Hospital History and Dates

• American Hospital (1913)
• Kut Memorial Hospital (1939)
• Malery Memorial Hospital (1939)
• Dr. Malery's education (1905)
• Dr. Malery's appointment (1906)
• Dr. Eleanor Kalvery's education (1908)
• Dr. Malery's death (1910)—(Note: date of death was 1950 according to alternate data)
• Dr. Mary Cabrerly Van's training (1917)
• Bessie London Malery's death (1942)
• Lord Hardinge's visit (1914)

Key Developments

• The presence of American hospitals is indicative of Kuwait's independence.
• Contributions from Lord Hardinge, a British official, reflect diplomatic ties.

Explore the relationship between Kuwait and American healthcare from the early 20th century. Learn about the significant hospitals established and key figures who contributed to the medical field in Kuwait. This quiz covers the evolution of healthcare services and the impact of American involvement.