DHA taps Siemens Healthineers to facilitate radiology image exchange between healthcare facilities

Dubai is on a mission to revolutionize healthcare, and its latest move proves just that. The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has struck a game-changing deal with Siemens Healthineers, a global leader in medical technology, to streamline radiology image exchange across the city's healthcare facilities.
Announced at Arab Health, the agreement takes Dubai one step closer to a fully integrated, digitized healthcare system — one that puts patients and doctors on the same page, literally.
How does it work?
At the heart of this initiative is NABIDH, short for Network & Analysis Backbone for Integrated Dubai Health. Think of it as the digital nervous system of Dubai's healthcare network, linking over 1,500 providers and securely housing more than 9.5 million medical records. With this new agreement, NABIDH won't just store patient histories — it will now facilitate real-time sharing of radiology images across healthcare institutions. That means faster diagnoses, fewer errors, and better patient outcomes.
Siemens Healthineers brings cutting-edge technology into the mix with its Syngo.Carbon platform, a powerhouse in image interpretation, reporting, and artificial intelligence-driven data management.
"By integrating this solution into the NABIDH platform, we are opening a new level of possibilities in image interpretation, reporting, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and data management," said Mohamed Ghazi, Managing Director Digital and Innovation, Middle East & Africa at Siemens Healthineers.
In simple terms? Doctors will have the right information at the right time, no matter where a patient receives treatment.
Why does it matter?
In healthcare, time isn't just money — it's life. Seamless access to patient records, including radiology images, can mean the difference between swift, accurate treatment and costly delays. Mona Bajman, CEO of Corporate Shared Support Services at DHA, emphasizes how this integration enhances efficiency, reducing medical errors and improving the overall patient experience. "The integration of Siemens' advanced technologies with the NABIDH system will enable doctors to access medical information seamlessly, reducing errors and increasing the effectiveness and efficiency of healthcare services."
Beyond individual patient care, this move positions Dubai as a trailblazer in digital health. With a more interconnected system, hospitals and clinics can work together more effectively, elevating Dubai's standing as a global leader in healthcare innovation.
As Dr. Mohammed Al Redha, Director of Health Informatics and Smart Health at DHA, put it: "The expansion of the NABIDH project to include diagnostics and imaging marks a significant step forward in our vision for a streamlined healthcare system."
The context
Dubai has been on a relentless pursuit of technological excellence, and healthcare is no exception. The city is already a major player in digital health, with NABIDH forming the backbone of its ambitious strategy. But integrating radiology images into this ecosystem represents a giant leap forward.
Global trends point toward the digitization of healthcare, but few places are moving as quickly as Dubai. This agreement with Siemens Healthineers aligns with the emirate's broader vision — leveraging technology to create a healthcare system that's not just smart but predictive and proactive.
As Vivek Kanade, Managing Director of Siemens Healthineers for the Middle East and Africa, summed it up: "The unification of patient data represents a significant advancement in healthcare accessibility across Dubai, empowering patients and enhancing the capabilities of healthcare providers."
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