Middle East

AI and microelectronics: Navigating the policy maze in the era of neural implants 

The advent of microelectronics and Artificial Intelligence (AI) has opened the door for the development and application of neural implants – devices inserted into the brain or nervous system to monitor or directly influence their activity. Such technology i...

The importance of patient experience in establishing a successful orthodontic practice

We speak to Angelo Maura, General Manager of Align Technology Middle East, about the pivotal role patient experience plays in building a successful orthodontic practice. Discover insights into leveraging positive experiences for growth in the competitive...

Healthcare’s tech revolution: advanced technologies reshaping medical practices 

In today’s rapidly evolving world, the intersection of advanced technologies and healthcare is transforming the landscape of medical research, diagnosis and treatment. In this article by Dr Mohamad Saad, Senior Research Scientist, Centre for Artificial I...

From DNA sequencing to disease discovery: the impact of flash technology  

The advancement of fast and reliable flash technology, allows hospitals and medical facilities to now make sense of vast amounts of data, understand patients’ medical needs and deliver more tailored healthcare. Omar Akar, Regional Vice President,...

Healthvarsity expands reach of programmes for health professionals

Healthvarsity, one of the GCC region’s biggest online learning platforms for health professionals, using AI and blockchain technology, has been launched in Dubai by one of the region’s pioneers in healthcare and medical education. Headquartered and reg...

King’s College Hospital London – Dubai selects Oracle Cerner and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 

King’s College Hospital London – Dubai (KCH Dubai) has announced a strategic collaboration with Oracle Cerner to accelerate innovation. As part of the agreement, Oracle Cerner will utilise Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) services via the Oracle C...

2023 healthcare outlook: A focused approach for personalised healthcare systems

Mohamed Ezz Eldin, Head of Innovative Medicines at Novartis Gulf, Gulf Countries, reflects on 2022’s impact on healthcare and predictions for the new year. What will we remember about 2022? Two years after the greatest healthcare crisis of our generation, t...

Kingston reiterates role of encrypted hardware in mobile healthcare data security

Kingston Technology Europe, an affiliate of Kingston Technology Company, a world leader in memory products and technology solutions, has emphasised the importance of hardware-based encryption in strengthening mobile healthcare data protection efforts across...

Network modernisation: The key to the future of healthcare

As healthcare organizations continue to introduce IoT devices to their operations, their digital success stories depend on one fundamental component – a reliable network. Jacob Chacko, Regional Director – Middle East, Saudi & South Africa at Aruba, a...

Egypt’s Ministry of Health and Population partners with Altibbi on blood plasma donation project

Altibbi, the Middle East’s first and largest digital health platform, has announced a new partnership with Egypt’s Ministry of Health and Population, on the Blood Plasma Project to collect blood plasma and manufacture its derivatives. Egypt’s Ministry of Healt...

Fear of stigma stopping UAE employees from taking health and well-being benefits

A new survey conducted by Aetna International – which polled over 1000 workers in the UAE – has revealed that many employees are reluctant to use health and well-being benefits offered by their employers, for fear of being judged and worries about how man...

Two out of three UAE companies have enhanced medical insurance cover for employees

Now that UAE organisations have successfully navigated the uncertainty of 2020, and with government initiatives such as the 1,000 digital start-ups programme and mega-events such as EXPO 2020 invigorating the economy, businesses are turning their attention...