Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority’s ambulance team has won first place and the gold medal at the EMS World Clinical Challenge 2026 in Orlando, Florida.
Announcing the achievement on 8 November, Abu Dhabi Media Office said the team competed against more than 35 teams from emergency medical services across several regions.
The challenge used simulated emergencies to assess participants’ skills under pressure. Scenarios included serious injuries, resuscitation and paediatric emergencies, with judges evaluating decision-making, teamwork, leadership and resource management.
The authority said participation in international competitions also provides an opportunity to exchange experience and learn about developments in emergency care.
Source: Abu Dhabi Media Office.