A significant partnership has emerged between M42, a global health technology leader, and the UAE’s Ministry of Defence (MoD). This collaboration was highlighted during a panel discussion at Sheikh Sultan bin Zayed (SSBZH) Hospital on the final day of Arab Health, titled “Innovative Integration: M42 and Zayed Military Hospital Pioneering Sheikh Sultan Bin Zayed Hospital Excellence.” The partnership signifies M42’s dedication to transforming healthcare in the UAE through advanced innovations.

The objective of this collaboration is to address healthcare gaps, prioritize patient care, and provide state-of-the-art services to communities in need. Key speakers at the event included Safeya Almqtri, Chief Executive Officer for Dubai and Northern Emirates at M42, and Dr. Abdalla Rashid AlNaqbi, Medical Director of SSBZ Hospital. They discussed the transformative benefits of this partnership, which aims to enhance healthcare accessibility in northern regions and facilitate integration with M42’s esteemed international healthcare partners, including Imperial College London Diabetes Centre (ICLDC), Healthpoint, and Amana Healthcare.

This integration is designed to create a more sustainable and efficient healthcare model that brings revolutionary care to those who require it most. Safeya Almqtri emphasized the significance of this collaboration, stating, “By partnering with the Ministry of Defence, we are not only bridging healthcare gaps but establishing a future-ready model that prioritises patient needs and advances to regional healthcare standards.”

Further highlighting the partnership’s potential, Dr. Abdalla Rashid AlNaqbi noted that the collaboration aims to revolutionize healthcare delivery by merging global innovation with community-centered care. He expressed confidence that this partnership would create a cohesive healthcare system that improves access and outcomes for underserved regions.

By leveraging local expertise alongside international healthcare providers, this partnership is poised to drive innovation in delivering world-class healthcare, enhance accessibility, and improve patient care. The Arab Health 2025 panel discussion represents a crucial milestone in the shared vision of establishing new standards for integrated healthcare in the region.