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How UAE, Saudi are pushing healthcare regulatory reform, private-sector growth

Legislative reforms are driving structural transformation across the UAE and Saudi Arabia’s healthcare and life sciences landscape

Aster DM Healthcare secures Dhs265m financing from EDB for Dubai expansion

Aster DM Healthcare secures Dhs265m financing from EDB for Dubai expansion

Aster currently operates 10 hospitals, 113 clinics and 298 pharmacies in the UAE under the Aster and Medcare brands

Aster DM Healthcare

Aster DM Healthcare and SPARK partner to advance healthcare innovation in the UAE

The partnership will also provide opportunities for joint academic initiatives, innovation acceleration programs, and talent development, supporting the next generation of researchers and clinicians in the UAE

Abbott's Mazen Bachir on prioritising women’s health in the UAE

Abbott’s Mazen Bachir on prioritising women’s health in the UAE

We look at how Abbott is leveraging innovation, digital health, and local insights to empower women and drive the next chapter in preventive healthcare

Mohamed El Missaoui, chief executive officer of Bupa CareConnect

Bupa CareConnect CEO on building a connected, patient-centric healthcare ecosystem

The company aims to deepen collaboration with both government and private-sector organisations, expand the network of Bupa Clinics at client premises

Khalil Alabdulwahab, chief commercial officer of Lean Business Services

Lean Business Services: powering Saudi healthcare’s digital transformation through innovation and data intelligence

As the Kingdom accelerates its public-private partnership (PPP) model in healthcare, Lean is serving as the central digital integrator—connecting ministries, hospitals, and private innovators within a unified, secure framework

Saud M. Alraqraq, business development director of Dallah Health

Dallah Health champions innovation and value-based care at Global Health Exhibition 2025

Dallah Health is embracing advanced technology and digitisation to create a seamless and connected care ecosystem across its hospitals, clinics, and telehealth platforms

Dr Saad Albattal, chief medical officer for chronic disease at Health Holding Company (HHC)

Health Holding’s Dr Saad Albattal on driving value-based healthcare in Saudi Arabia

At this year’s exhibition, Health Holding Company signed 13 agreements valued at approximately SAR660m

Data rules: WHOOP, Lean Business Services to boost Saudi health ecosystem

Data rules: WHOOP, Lean Business Services to boost Saudi health ecosystem

The partnership will enable co-development of innovative health products and exploration of new commercial opportunities

Hatem Werdany - Country President AstraZeneca Saudi Arabia

AstraZeneca Saudi’s Hatem Werdany on supporting a more patient-centric healthcare ecosystem

The country president outlines how the company is partnering with the government and healthcare institutions to advance patient care

myAster App expands reach, serves over 5 million users across GCC

myAster App expands reach, serves over 5 million users across GCC

myAster has expanded its 24/7 express delivery service to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, and Ras Al Khaimah, with delivery times of around 90 minutes

M42 launches Saudi unit to deepen healthcare partnership with kingdom

M42 launches Saudi unit to deepen healthcare partnership with kingdom

In Bahrain, M42 is partnering with Mumtalakat through Amana Healthcare – Bahrain to provide long-term care and post-acute rehabilitation services in Al Jasra

Abu Dhabi launches Hub71+ Life Sciences, Initiate programme

Through these initiatives, Hub71 aims to build a globally connected ecosystem where founders, investors, and institutions collaborate to create sustainable impact

The Brain & Performance Centre becomes first UHMS-accredited facility in the Middle East

The Brain & Performance Centre becomes first UHMS-accredited facility in the Middle East

The UHMS accreditation process involves a rigorous multi-stage evaluation, assessing clinical operations, staff credentials, patient outcomes, and safety procedures — ensuring that every accredited facility operates under the most stringent global standards

Dubai Healthcare City unveils development plan for phase one. Image courtesy Dubai Media Office/ DHCC

Dubai Healthcare City unveils Dhs1.3bn development plan for Phase 1

Construction is scheduled to begin in December, with completion expected by November 2027

Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Archer to build UAE’s first hospital-based vertiport

Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Archer to build UAE’s first hospital-based vertiport

The vertiport at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi marks the next phase in Archer’s plan to launch commercial operations in the UAE

PUREHEALTH completes acquisition of HHG Image Supplied

PureHealth completes EUR800m acquisition of Hellenic Healthcare Group

The transaction values HHG at EUR1.3bn and marks a major step in PureHealth’s plan to build a globally connected, innovation-driven healthcare platform

Bupa Arabia on bridging healthtech and fintech in Saudi Arabia

In this Q&A, Bupa Arabia’s chief business development officer, Ali M. Sheneamer, explains the company’s digital ambitions, strategic partnerships

Game-changing health tech hits Dubai: What you missed at WHX 2025

With over 200 speakers and 300 exhibitors, the event created a space to explore how technology is transforming the future of healthcare

Dubai Health Center for Innovation and technology launched Image DMO

Sheikh Ahmed inaugurates Dubai Health Center for Innovation and Technology

The Dhs10m centre was established with contributions from the Easa Saleh Al Gurg Charity Foundation and the AW Rostamani Group, channelled via Al Jalila Foundation

Dubai goes digital: WHX Tech sets stage for health innovation in AI, policy

Dubai goes digital: WHX Tech sets stage for health innovation in AI, policy

The event, running through September 10, marks a major milestone in the UAE’s strategic efforts to become a global hub for health innovation

UAE’s AI healthcare leap: The future of medicine is already here

UAE’s AI healthcare leap: The future of medicine is already here

A central pillar of the UAE’s digital health strategy is Riayah, a national health data platform that unifies medical records across the country

UAE’s healthcare revolution: AI, robots, data redefine medicine

UAE’s healthcare revolution: AI, robots, data redefine medicine

In procedures like endoscopy, where a camera is inserted into the body, AI modules help detect cancers or anomalies in real time

WHX Tech: The next frontier in healthcare innovation

WHX Tech kicks off today: Here’s what to expect on day one

Day one’s sessions offer a strong mix of regional priorities, investor insights, and breakthrough science

WHX Tech: The next frontier in healthcare innovation

Bridging the gap: how WHX Tech’s Connections Programme is revolutionising healthcare investment

WHX Tech is aligned with the UAE’s National AI Strategy 2031 and supports global priorities such as the World Health Organization’s digital health goal

UAE cabinet reshuffle sees Ahmed Al Sayegh take health portfolio

UAE cabinet reshuffle sees Ahmed Al Sayegh take health portfolio

AbdulRahman bin Mohamed Al Owais will continue in his role as Minister of State for Federal National Council Affairs

Cisco outlines 5 steps to boost cybersecurity in UAE healthcare sector

Cisco outlines 5 steps to boost cybersecurity in UAE healthcare sector

The healthcare industry is a key target for cyberattacks globally due to the value of patient records, reliance on outdated systems, and human vulnerabilities

Eric Turkington - Chief Product Officer - Rain Technology on the power of voice in the OR: Bridging high tech, human realities

The power of voice in the OR: Bridging high tech, human realities

Leveraging voice assistants that are tailored explicitly for the OT empowers regional clinicians to overcome both technical and workflow-specific hurdles

Dubai Insurance, Aster DM unveil new insurance plan

Sukoon Insurance affirms strong market position following S&P Global Ratings bulletin

Sukoon is expected to sustain its diversification efforts both within the UAE and internationally

Important information: UAE's health ministry cuts services by half

Important information: UAE’s health ministry cuts services by half

Key features of the redesign included reducing documentation, eliminating redundant requirements, and consolidating digital platforms