Abu Dhabi: Health officials and experts say the sector is undergoing a rapid transformation towards a proactive model that uses artificial intelligence, data analysis and wearable technologies to…
Abu Dhabi: Health officials and experts say the sector is undergoing a rapid transformation towards a proactive model that uses artificial intelligence, data analysis and wearable technologies to monitor health risks, predict diseases and enable early intervention before symptoms appear. The shift is ultimately aimed at providing personalised medical care based on each individual’s health and genetic characteristics, helping improve treatment outcomes and the patient experience.
They said the future of healthcare lies in integrating technology with medical expertise and connecting health data within a single system to improve diagnosis and prevention, reduce pressure on hospitals and enhance quality of life. Abu Dhabi has advanced capabilities to develop this model through digital health initiatives, the Emirati Genome Programme and the “My File” platform.
Dr Noura Khamis Al Ghaithi, Undersecretary of the Department of Health in Abu Dhabi, said smart wearable technologies provide continuous insights into individuals’ health and create opportunities to identify risks at an early stage. She highlighted the importance of linking data from these devices with the health system to support early intervention and improve quality of life. Dr Al Ghaithi said the “Our Health” application integrates data from wearable devices with health records through the “My File” platform to calculate a personal healthy-age index.
This helps individuals understand the clinical and lifestyle factors affecting their health. She said digital health initiatives, electronic prescriptions and the Emirati Genome Programme also support the shift towards prevention and personalised care. Dr Asma Ibrahim Al-Mannai, Executive Director of the Health and Life Sciences Sector at the Abu Dhabi Department of Health, said Abu Dhabi had taken advanced steps in using artificial intelligence in healthcare, including training thousands of doctors to use AI applications in hospitals and health facilities.
The emirate has also adopted standards governing the use of these technologies, helping improve diagnostic accuracy and accelerate the delivery of healthcare while preserving the doctor’s role as the trusted medical authority for patients.
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