Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi has made history by performing the UAE’s first robotic cytoreductive surgery combined with hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC). This groundbreaking procedure was executed by a team of specialists and signifies a major advancement in cancer treatment within the region. The surgery, which was conducted on a patient battling advanced ovarian cancer, utilizes...
The Korea Health Industry Development Institute (KHIDI), which operates under South Korea’s Ministry of Health and Welfare, is actively advancing the nation’s healthcare sector and expanding its global partnerships. The institute is focused on integrating cutting-edge technologies and fostering international collaborations to enhance healthcare services. The Korean government has implemented a comprehensive national health strategy...
The Burjeel Cancer Institute in the UAE has officially launched a new centre aimed at providing comprehensive care for women facing malignant and benign breast conditions. This facility is designed to integrate diagnostics, personalized treatment, and dedicated support services for its patients. Located within Burjeel Medical City, the Burjeel Breast Center features a survivorship programme...
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...
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...
The Emirates Cancer Society (ECS) and Burjeel Cancer Institute (BCI) have signed a cooperation agreement that aims to enhance healthcare services for cancer patients in the UAE. This partnership will focus on improving treatment options, patient support, and educational initiatives related to cancer care. Under this agreement, both organizations intend to collaborate on various projects...
The Awqaf and Minors Affairs Foundation in Dubai has announced a collaboration with Al Jalila Foundation, the charitable arm of Dubai Health Authority, to create a sustainable charity endowment. This initiative aims to support the treatment of patients at Hamdan bin Rashid Cancer Hospital, with a total investment of AED 38.5 million. The project aligns...
Medicus Pharma has filed a clinical design with the United Arab Emirates Department of Health aimed at non-invasively treating Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC), a type of skin cancer. The study is set to evaluate the effectiveness of two dose levels of D-MNA in comparison to a placebo control. In the initial study, known as SKNJCT-001,...