Digital Health in the Arab World
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Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi performs the UAE’s first robotic SEEG procedureFebruary 5, 2026The hospital has completed three procedures since adopting the robotic technique, demonstrating the growing clinical impact of this technology
Metabolic raises a strategic round of funding to fuel global expansionFebruary 5, 2026The funding marks a pivotal moment for the organization as it scales its Outcomes-Accountable hybrid care model from its headquarters in the UAE to the world
Future Health, MIT Solve launch the Future Health ChallengeFebruary 5, 2026The challenge is designed to support novel solutions and facilitate partnerships, with shortlisted innovators invited to pitch their solutions at the Abu Dhabi Future Health Summit
Sidra Medicine, Builders VC MENA to advance healthcare innovationFebruary 5, 2026The idea is to support the development of medical technologies, and expand partnership opportunities between medical research ecosystems and healthcare-focused venture investment
Organon launches 3rd edition of Women’s Health Accelerator Program across the META regionFebruary 5, 2026Empowering digital health start-ups in family planning, fertility and wellness - and addressing critical unmet needs across the Middle East, Turkey and Africa
FUJIFILM Middle East launches novel interventional cardiology solutions in MEAFebruary 5, 2026This will enable wider access to world-class interventional cardiology technologies across the Middle East and Africa
Latvia, the UAE sign MoU on health cooperationFebruary 5, 2026The two parties envision closer cooperation in health care, medical science, and the development of digital health solutions
UAE Health Authorities to showcase unified national health vision at World Health ExhibitionFebruary 5, 2026The unified national platform "Emirates Health" will present a cohesive national vision focused on building healthier lives and strengthening long-term well-being across the country
Iraq launches Dhamani, national digital health insurance systemFebruary 4, 2026The Dhamani platform allows registered Iraqi citizens to enroll online, update personal data and manage access to medical services electronically
Oracle Health Clinical AI updated with order creation capabilitiesFebruary 4, 2026Expanded AI capabilities leverage ambient listening to draft clinical orders, helping limit administrative burden and enhance patient care
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