Digital Health in the Arab World
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Future Health Dialogue in Abu Dhabi to shape the vision for the future of global healthNovember 21, 2025Local stakeholders from the government and health ecosystem gathered to co-create the platform's roadmap for translating Future Health's vision into measurable global impact
Lunit, UAE’s ARJ Group to deploy AI healthcare model across the Middle EastNovember 21, 2025The two parties will collaborate on technology validation and broader digital health initiatives to accelerate the adoption of AI-powered healthcare solutions in the region
Kuwait’s Health Ministry unveils the Salem appNovember 21, 2025The app allows users to book appointments at health centers and hospitals, review medical records, track prescriptions and treatments, check lab and radiology results, and receive reminders
US-based Persivia looking to shape the future of AI-driven healthcare in Saudi Arabia and beyondNovember 21, 2025The company has launched its regional headquarters and Center of AI Excellence in Riyadh, positioning the Kingdom as a global hub for exporting health AI software and innovation
Royal Hospital in Oman executes the region’s first remote robotic urology surgeryNovember 19, 2025The robotic system allowed surgical teams in both Muscat and Kuwait to execute the minimally invasive procedure with remarkable precision and high safety metrics
GMU launches Thumbay AI Clinic to revolutionize healthcare educationNovember 19, 2025It serves as a hands-on innovation hub, allowing future clinicians to experience AI-assisted workflows that enhance precision, efficiency, and patient outcomes
Egypt launches national digital health strategy 2025-2029November 19, 2025This ensures enhanced quality and creates a trusted environment for prosperity and innovation within both the public and private sectors
EssilorLuxottica bets on AI vision care with acquisition of RetinAINovember 19, 2025The eyewear giant deepens its HealthTech push by adding RetinAI's clinical intelligence platform, aiming for faster diagnoses and sharper outcomes for patients worldwide
American Red Cross announces Resuscitation app for real-time clinical cupportNovember 19, 2025The app leverages award-winning Redivus Health technology to advance resuscitation education and clinical practice
Robyn AI companion steps in where loneliness spreadsNovember 19, 2025How a former Harvard doctor is reshaping emotional support tech with memory science, guardrails, and a human touch
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