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21-04-2025
- Health
UAE Healthcare Breaks Ground with Historic Surgeries and Future-Ready Innovations in 2025
The UAE's healthcare sector is cementing its global leadership in 2025 through a string of landmark procedures and groundbreaking innovations across critical specialties. From historic surgeries to futuristic tech, the nation's medical institutions are redefining excellence. Kings College Hospital London Dubai recently performed the city's first liver transplant on a 13-month-old child, born with biliary atresia and a congenital heart defect. The complex case, supported by Al Jalila Foundation, highlights the depth of pediatric expertise now available locally. Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi made global headlines with the world's first remotely performed robotic-assisted focal therapy for prostate cancer. Using the Focal-One system, the procedure eliminated the need for invasive surgery. The hospital also carried out the UAE's first simultaneous robotic kidney transplant for donor and recipient using a single robot. Women's health saw a leap forward at Corniche Hospital with a minimally invasive egg collection and freezing procedure, offering a new frontier in fertility care. In regenerative medicine, the Abu Dhabi Stem Cells Centre reported promising results for Type 1 diabetes treatment using umbilical cord-derived stem cells. Major strides were also revealed at Arab Health 2025, where Emirates Health Services introduced two ambitious projects: artificial heart transplantation and pancreatic cell transplantation. Meanwhile, a clinical trial in Abu Dhabi on StromaForte for knee osteoarthritis showed strong potential in cell-based therapy. Looking ahead, M42 will bring heavy ion therapy—among the most advanced cancer treatments—to Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi. The hospital also launched a BioButton-powered remote monitoring programme for cancer patients during Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week, underscoring the UAE's commitment to personalized, tech-driven care. With AI, robotics, and precision medicine at the forefront, the UAE continues to reshape the future of global healthcare. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Gulf Today
19-04-2025
- Health
- Gulf Today
UAE healthcare sector sees massive advancement
The UAE's healthcare sector has reinforced its leading position since the beginning of the year through a series of rare surgical procedures and the adoption of innovative treatments for critical illnesses, underscoring the high calibre of medical expertise across various specialties. The UAE has transformed its healthcare system into a globally advanced model by investing in cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence, therapeutic robots, and 3D printing to enhance the quality and sustainability of care. Kings College Hospital London Dubai announced on Thursday the city's first liver transplant on a 13-month-old child, with the support of Al Jalila Foundation – the philanthropic arm of Dubai Health. The child was born with a rare condition known as biliary atresia, which caused his health to deteriorate despite an earlier surgical procedure to connect his liver to his intestines. He was also diagnosed with a congenital heart defect (atrial septal defect). He was referred to King's College Hospital in Dubai by Al Jalila Children's Hospital, following the cardiac repair procedure. Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi performed the world's first remotely conducted transcontinental robotic-assisted focal therapy for prostate cancer. Focal therapy is a non-invasive treatment that precisely targets a specific section of the prostate using ultrasound beams, eliminating the need for major surgery or radiation. The Focal-One system enhances this approach with a robotic arm that ensures precise and controlled ultrasound delivery. In January, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi also announced the UAE's first simultaneous robotic kidney transplant procedure for a donor and recipient using one robot. Corniche Hospital has successfully performed a minimally invasive laparoscopic procedure for egg collection and freezing, a cutting-edge technique representing a significant leap forward in reproductive medicine. The UAE's medical sector has also seen significant progress in implementing new and innovative treatments this year. In January, the Abu Dhabi Stem Cells Centre reported promising results in treating Type 1 diabetes using umbilical cord-derived mesenchymal stem cell (UC-MSC) therapy. The Emirates Health Services (EHS) unveiled two innovative projects – an 'Artificial Heart Transplantation' and 'Pancreatic Cell Transplantation' at Arab Health 2025 in January. In April, the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi completed a groundbreaking clinical trial in Abu Dhabi. WAM
Al Etihad
18-04-2025
- Health
- Al Etihad
UAE healthcare sector advances in 2025 with rare surgeries, innovative treatments
18 Apr 2025 14:13 ABU DHABI (WAM)The UAE's healthcare sector has reinforced its leading position since the beginning of the year through a series of rare surgical procedures and the adoption of innovative treatments for critical illnesses, underscoring the high calibre of medical expertise across various UAE has transformed its healthcare system into a globally advanced model by investing in cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence, therapeutic robots, and 3D printing to enhance the quality and sustainability of College Hospital London Dubai announced on Thursday the city's first liver transplant on an infant, a 13-month-old child, with the support of Al Jalila Foundation – the philanthropic arm of Dubai Health. The child was born with a rare condition known as biliary atresia, which caused his health to deteriorate despite an earlier surgical procedure to connect his liver to his intestines. He was also diagnosed with a congenital heart defect (atrial septal defect). The child was referred to King's College Hospital in Dubai by Al Jalila Children's Hospital, following the cardiac repair Clinic Abu Dhabi performed the world's first remotely conducted transcontinental robotic-assisted focal therapy for prostate cancer. Focal therapy is a non-invasive treatment that precisely targets a specific section of the prostate using ultrasound beams, eliminating the need for major surgery or radiation. The Focal-One system enhances this approach with a robotic arm that ensures precise and controlled ultrasound January, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi also announced the UAE's first simultaneous robotic kidney transplant procedure for a donor and recipient using one Hospital has successfully performed a minimally invasive laparoscopic procedure for egg collection and freezing, a cutting-edge technique representing a significant leap forward in reproductive UAE's medical sector has also seen significant progress in implementing new and innovative treatments this year. In January, the Abu Dhabi Stem Cells Centre reported promising results in treating Type 1 diabetes using umbilical cord-derived mesenchymal stem cell (UC-MSC) Emirates Health Services (EHS) unveiled two innovative projects – an Artificial Heart Transplantation and an Pancreatic Cell Transplantation at Arab Health 2025 in April, the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi also completed a groundbreaking clinical trial in Abu Dhabi. The treatment, StromaForte, has shown a favourable safety profile and significant therapeutic potential for knee osteoarthritis, marking a significant step in evaluating cell-based therapies for degenerative joint diseases.M42, a leading global health technology company powered by AI, is meanwhile set to build a heavy ion therapy facility at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, bringing one of the most advanced and effective cancer treatment technologies to the Middle East. During Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week 2025, which concluded on Thursday, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi also unveiled initiatives and new technologies to improve cancer patient care, including an innovative remote monitoring programme, using the BioButton wearable device, for cancer patients at the Fatima Bint Mubarak Centre.
Zawya
18-04-2025
- Health
- Zawya
UAE healthcare sector advances with rare surgeries, innovative treatments
ABU DHABI - The UAE's healthcare sector has reinforced its leading position since the beginning of the year through a series of rare surgical procedures and the adoption of innovative treatments for critical illnesses, underscoring the high calibre of medical expertise across various specialties. The UAE has transformed its healthcare system into a globally advanced model by investing in cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence, therapeutic robots, and 3D printing to enhance the quality and sustainability of care. Kings College Hospital London Dubai announced on Thursday the city's first liver transplant on a 13-month-old child, with the support of Al Jalila Foundation – the philanthropic arm of Dubai Health. The child was born with a rare condition known as biliary atresia, which caused his health to deteriorate despite an earlier surgical procedure to connect his liver to his intestines. He was also diagnosed with a congenital heart defect (atrial septal defect). He was referred to King's College Hospital in Dubai by Al Jalila Children's Hospital, following the cardiac repair procedure. Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi performed the world's first remotely conducted transcontinental robotic-assisted focal therapy for prostate cancer. Focal therapy is a non-invasive treatment that precisely targets a specific section of the prostate using ultrasound beams, eliminating the need for major surgery or radiation. The Focal-One system enhances this approach with a robotic arm that ensures precise and controlled ultrasound delivery. In January, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi also announced the UAE's first simultaneous robotic kidney transplant procedure for a donor and recipient using one robot. Corniche Hospital has successfully performed a minimally invasive laparoscopic procedure for egg collection and freezing, a cutting-edge technique representing a significant leap forward in reproductive medicine. The UAE's medical sector has also seen significant progress in implementing new and innovative treatments this year. In January, the Abu Dhabi Stem Cells Centre reported promising results in treating Type 1 diabetes using umbilical cord-derived mesenchymal stem cell (UC-MSC) therapy. The Emirates Health Services (EHS) unveiled two innovative projects – an 'Artificial Heart Transplantation' and 'Pancreatic Cell Transplantation' at Arab Health 2025 in January. In April, the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi completed a groundbreaking clinical trial in Abu Dhabi. StromaForte has shown a favourable safety profile and significant therapeutic potential for knee osteoarthritis, marking a significant step in evaluating cell-based therapies for degenerative joint diseases. M42, a leading global health technology company powered by AI, is set to build a heavy ion therapy facility at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, bringing one of the most advanced and effective cancer treatment technologies to the Middle East. During Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week 2025, which concluded on Thursday, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi also unveiled initiatives and new technologies to improve cancer patient care, including an innovative remote monitoring programme using the 'BioButton' wearable device, for cancer patients at the Fatima Bint Mubarak Centre.
TAG 91.1
17-04-2025
- Health
- TAG 91.1
13-month-old receives Dubai's first pediatric liver transplant
In a groundbreaking moment for Dubai's healthcare sector, a 13-month-old child has become the city's first pediatric liver transplant recipient, thanks to a joint effort between King's College Hospital London in Dubai and Al Jalila Foundation. The complex surgery was led by world-renowned liver transplant specialist Professor Mohamed Rela, and marks a major milestone in Dubai's push for world-class medical care – aligning with the Dubai Social Agenda 33. The child, Malek, was born with a rare liver disorder known as biliary atresia and was also diagnosed with a congenital heart defect. Before the transplant could proceed, doctors at Al Jalila Children's Hospital successfully repaired a hole in his heart. His father donated part of his liver, making the life-saving transplant possible. Malek has since been discharged and is recovering well. Professor Mohamed Rela – who previously performed a liver transplant on a five-day-old infant, a case recorded in the Guinness World Records as the youngest liver transplant globally – praised the effort as a model of medical excellence and teamwork. He explained that Malek's condition was particularly complex due to his young age, low weight, and multiple health complications. He emphasised that the successful outcome highlights the competence of the multidisciplinary medical team and the robustness of the specialised programme, which brings together elite consultants, surgeons, hepatologists, anaesthetists and intensive care experts to deliver holistic care designed to save lives. Al Jalila Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Dubai Health, signed a cooperation agreement with King's College Hospital London in Dubai during Arab Health 2025. The agreement aims to expand charitable healthcare initiatives in the UAE by supporting organ transplant programmes. In a landmark medical breakthrough for the emirate of Dubai and in a testament to the synergy between the public and private healthcare sectors, a medical team at King's College Hospital London in Dubai has successfully performed the city's first liver transplant on a… — Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) April 17, 2025
