Human resources for health is complex in Oman as health workforce development strategies are governed by a multiplicity of stakeholders within the Ministry of Health as well as other stakeholders.  Oman is a young country and is dependent on an expatriate workforce, particularly for physician specialties.  Substantial efforts have been made to develop a national health workforce.  Despite the appreciable progress in this area, the changing health needs and expansion of health services puts tremendous pressure for additional health manpower.  The health transition, demand for better quality care and the ever-increasing costs for health services call s for a health road map.  The Ministry of Health is working on a HRH Observatory lead document.