International Recognition Highlights Sudanese Doctor’s Career as Faisal Ahmed Al-Noor Receives Ibn Qurrah Humanitarian A
06 September, 2026
Khartoum ( Suna-Sudanow) — Dr. Faisal Ahmed Al-Noor has received new international recognition after being selected as the recipient of the 2026 Ibn Qurrah International Award, presented by the National Arab American Medical Association (NAAMA) during its annual conference in Houston, United States. The award recognizes his contributions to medicine, science, humanitarian work, and community service.
The Federal Ministry of Health hailed the achievement as a source of pride for Sudan and its health sector, describing it as a testament to the scientific and humanitarian contributions of Sudanese doctors that extend beyond national borders.
In a congratulatory statement, the ministry expressed its pride in the honor, emphasizing that it reflects international recognition of outstanding efforts in medicine, science, humanitarian work, and community service. It also praised Dr. Faisal’s selection as an acknowledgment of his professional career and his dedication to serving humanity and society.
The Federal Ministry of Health affirmed that the honor is a source of pride for Sudan and its health sector, reflecting the valuable contributions of its professionals to medicine and humanitarian work. It wished Dr. Faisal Ahmed Al-Noor continued success, fulfillment, and achievement in his scientific and professional career.
The Ibn Qurrah Award was established in 1998 and is regarded as one of the highest honors presented by the National Arab American Medical Association, recognizing outstanding achievements in medicine, science, and service to Arab communities. It is named after the Arab physician and scholar Thabit ibn Qurrah al-Harrani (826–901 CE), one of the leading figures in medicine, mathematics, and astronomy during the Abbasid era.
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