The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH), the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), and GSK, a global leader in biopharmaceuticals, have joined forces to establish a Multi-Omics Research Institute in Abu Dhabi. This partnership was formalized with a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed during the Abu Dhabi Global Health Week (ADGHW). The initiative aims...
Burjeel Holdings, a prominent healthcare provider in the UAE, has partnered with the US-based non-profit Caring Cross to locally produce CAR-T (Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-cell) therapies. This collaboration will lead to a significant reduction in treatment costs for aggressive cancers, such as leukemia and lymphoma, making therapies available at up to 90% less than current...
Mediclinic Middle East, a prominent private healthcare provider in the UAE, has unveiled plans for a significant investment exceeding Dh120 million at its flagship facility, Mediclinic Airport Road Hospital in Abu Dhabi. This investment will be directed toward enhancing and expanding the hospital’s healthcare infrastructure, thereby improving access to high-quality medical services for patients and...
Abu Dhabi is planning to construct an advanced cancer treatment center, which will be the first of its kind in the Middle East. This initiative is part of a multibillion-dollar effort to diversify the emirate’s economy and enhance its healthcare sector. The facility will be developed through a partnership between M42’s Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi...
Burjeel Holdings has officially launched the Genetics and Rare Disease Center, aiming to enhance healthcare access for patients with rare and genetic diseases in the MENA region. The center is strategically located within Burjeel Medical City (BMC), a leading quaternary care hospital. It provides comprehensive, integrated care and state-of-the-art services for individuals affected by these...
Siemens Healthineers has successfully concluded its Innovation Capacity Building Program in Saudi Arabia, which took place from February 5 to February 20, 2025. This program aimed to enhance local innovation expertise and foster collaborations with universities, hospitals, startups, and key stakeholders, including Monshaat, the Small and Medium Enterprises General Authority. A total of 40 participants...
In 2025, the United Arab Emirates has fortified its global standing in the healthcare sector by achieving top rankings and impressive performance metrics. The country now ranks first in the world for the number of accredited healthcare facilities, thanks to a healthcare system built on the highest international standards and a strong preparedness for addressing...
The inaugural Al Shifaa Summit for Integrative Medicine is set to take place from April 15 to 17, 2025, at the ADNEC Centre in Abu Dhabi. This global event aims to advance Integrative Medicine (IM) and enhance awareness of Traditional, Complementary, and Integrative Medicine (TCIM) through evidence-based practices and international collaboration. The summit is part...
The UAE has established itself as a leader in global healthcare, ranking first worldwide for the number of accredited healthcare facilities in 2025. This significant achievement highlights the strength of the nation’s healthcare system, which is based on international standards and robust pandemic preparedness. According to Arabian Business, official data indicates that the UAE now...
Abu Dhabi has successfully wrapped up a groundbreaking clinical trial, testing a stem cell therapy for knee osteoarthritis. Conducted by the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH) in partnership with Cellcolabs and Burjeel Holdings, the trial marks a significant step forward in regenerative medicine. The treatment, called StromaForte and developed by Swedish biotech firm...