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Four-Dimensional ‘Spiritual Shadows’ Collection on Display with Hopes to Instil the Spirit of Ramadan Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates The Medical Pavilion lobby at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City (SKMC) has been adorned by four-dimensional Islamic masterpieces this Ramadan, with hopes to infuse the spirit of the Holy month, and to aid the healing process for patients. The ‘Spiritual Shadows’ exhibition, conceived and created by talented duo Bassam Al Selawi, and his wife, Maysoon Masalha, showcases a beautiful array of sculptures, featuring Arabic calligraphy. The pieces creatively manipulate light to project complementary Islamic imagery on the walls in the form of shadows. The intricate sculptures interrelate with the subsequent shadows to create a powerful visual narrative, illustrated in a unique four-dimensional fashion, and will be on display between 15 June and 15 July. “Our facility is more than a place for medical treatment. SKMC brings people together and comforts them in both challenging and happy times,” said Dr. Aref Al Shehhi, Deputy CEO at SKMC. “The Holy month of Ramadan is a special time where people feel more spiritual, and the community unites on a more profound level. The ‘Spiritual Shadows’ exhibition is an initiative by SKMC to instil the spirit of Ramadan throughout the facility patients, staff, and visitors,” Dr. Al Shehhi added. The use of art in hospitals has gained immense attention from researchers on a global level in recent years. Researchers from the University of Bari in Italy have found a significant reduction in physical pain in patients who are looking at aesthetically appealing art, while extensive global research indicates non-abstract art in hospitals can also significantly reduce stress levels in patients. “Fine art is good medicine. It comforts, elevats the spirit, and affirms life and hope. Art in a healthcare setting, combined with outstanding care and service, creates an ambience that encourages healing and supports the work of medical professionals. This Ramadan, we are confident that the exquisite art pieces by Bassam Al Selawi and Maysoon Masalha will bring an air of hope, and will help aid the healing process for our valued patients,” said Engineer Salama Al-Haj, Deputy COO at SKMC. Both Al Selawi and Masalha hold Visual Arts degrees from Yarmouk University in Jordan, and have advanced their careers with an Educational Rehabilitation (EP) certification from UNRWA Educational Development Center. The gifted couple has appeared in various exhibitions and workshops in the UAE. SKMC, which is managed by Cleveland Clinic, is a SEHA Health System facility. -ENDS - SKMC Media Contact: Ahlam Abdulla SKMC Marketing, Media and PR Officer Tel: +971 56 418 6989 Email: ahlabdulla@skmc.ae Rola Abu Hassan Wallis Marketing Consultants Tel: +971 56 7753 053 Email: SKMC@wallis-mc.com About SKMC managed by Cleveland Clinic Sheikh Khalifa Medical City (SKMC) is located in Abu Dhabi City, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, and operates under the management of Cleveland Clinic, consistently named by U.S. News and World Report as one of the nation's best hospitals in its annual "America's Best Hospitals" survey. SKMC is owned by SEHA, the Abu Dhabi Health Services Company, which oversees operations of all public hospitals in the emirate. SKMC is the flagship institution for the public health system in Abu Dhabi and has several 'Centres of Excellence and aspires to practice contemporary medicine comparable to the best hospitals and medical centres in the world. SKMC provides comprehensive healthcare services in all of the disciplines relevant to the needs and priorities of the community to attain the highest levels of patient satisfaction. SKMC, the largest hospital and medical city in the UAE, consists of 586-bed tertiary hospital, 14 outpatient specialty clinics and the Abu Dhabi Blood Bank, all of which are accredited by the Joint Commission International (JCI). SKMC is also accredited as a Cycle IV Chest Pain Centre with Primary Angioplasty Intervention; and is accredited by the College of American Pathologists (CAP) for its Main Laboratory and the Abu Dhabi Blood Bank. In addition, SKMC manages a 125-bed Behavioral Sciences Pavilion and an Urgent Care Centre. For further information, please contact us at marketing@skmc.ae or visit www.skmc.ae. About the SEHA HealthSystem and the Abu Dhabi Health Services Company PJSC (SEHA) SEHA is health in Arabic. The Abu Dhabi Health Services Company PJSC– whose marketing identity is SEHA – is an independent, public joint stock company created to develop the curative activities of the public healthcare system in Abu Dhabi. The company owns and operates all the public hospitals and clinics of the emirate of Abu Dhabi which together make up the SEHA HealthSystem. SEHA is committed to providing high quality, cost effective healthcare in a socially responsible way on par with international standards measured through accessibility, affordability, choice and satisfaction. SEHA has partnered with internationally recognised hospital managers to achieve these goals. These include Johns Hopkins Medicine International, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, VAMED, Vienna Medical University and Bumrungrad International. SEHA owns and operates 12 hospitals with 2,644 beds, 62 ambulatory care, family care and urgent care centres and 2 blood banks. SEHA is one of the largest integrated healthcare providers in the Middle East, with 16,500 doctors, nurses, ancillary care and administrative personnel in its employ. Visit our website at www.seha.ae. Posted on www.godubai.com
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