The problem is that their hernia won’t better without surgery and sometimes it can come out and get stuck! This is an emergency because the bowel, testicle or ovary can be damaged very quickly. 

So, in a stuck hernia the lump stays out, gets painful, red, or causes your child to vomit. If any of these things are happening to your child you should bring them to hospital immediately. Thankfully this is not common. 

At Danat Al Emarat Hospital, we recognize the apprehension parents feel when it comes to their child’s surgical care. That’s why we’ve embraced advanced 3mm minimally invasive (keyhole) techniques to address inguinal hernias with precision and care.  The procedure is performed under general anesthesia and typically takes about 1 hour to complete.  All of the stitches are dissolving and under the skin and special skin glue is used to protect the wounds afterwards. 

Following your child’s procedure, they should be able to go home the same day and be back to their normal activities within a number of days.  If your baby was born prematurely they may require overnight stay for observation. 

Once the scar is healed we would recommend rubbing in bio-oil on a daily basis and avoiding sunburn as this can really help improve the appearance of scar in the long term.  In fact, with our advanced keyhole techniques the scars are often essentially invisible.  

Before and after your child’s procedure, our dedicated pediatric surgeons will provide you with their personal mobile number. This direct line of communication ensures that you can reach out easily with any questions, concerns, or updates you may have. We believe in fostering a close connection between our medical team and your family, providing reassurance and peace of mind throughout the entire surgical journey.

So, if you’re worried that your child has an inguinal hernia – why not get in touch: Call 800 96626 to book an appointment 

Until next time, take care of yourself and your family. Best wishes. 

Procedure information leaflet 

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Gallstones are stones that form inside the gallbladder. They are common and can run in families. In some cases they can cause symptoms or complications that require treatment. In this leaflet you will find the basic information about this condition and its treatment options. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact your surgeon at DAE (LINK to Surgeon Page).

In Depth Info

What is the Gallbladder?

The gallbladder is a small pouch shaped organ located on the underside of your liver. Bile is stored in the gallbladder, which contracts after a meal and empties the bile into the small intestine where it mixes with the ingested food, facilitating digestion of fats and certain vitamins. The presence of gallstones may hinder this function and cause pain or further complications described below.

What exactly are gallstones?

Gallstones are stones that can develop in the gallbladder, due to certain imbalances in the constituents of bile. Some individuals are at higher risk than others for developing gallstones:

• Female gender
• Reproductive age
• Pregnancy
• Excess weight or obesity
• High fat diet
• Rapid weight loss and weight fluctuations
• Prolonged fasting
• Family history of gallstones
• Sedentary lifestyle

How can gallstones cause problems?

For some people, gallstones can cause symptoms and, in some cases, severe complications if left untreated. Most of the symptoms and complications are due to obstruction of bile flow caused by the stones.

• Biliary Colic
  • Transient obstruction in the gallbladder leads to repeated attacks of severe abdominal pain following meals, as the stones prevent the emptying of the gallbladder
• Acute Cholecystitis
  • Persistent obstruction in the gallbladder leading to inflammation and / or infection of the gallbladder
  • Severe, persistent pain and fever can develop
• Stone migration and Biliary Obstruction
  • This is a serious complication of gallstones. In this case, the stones have moved out of the gallbladder and may obstruct the main bile ducts.
  • This causes jaundice (yellow discoloration of skin and eyes).
  • The obstructed bile can also become infected, a condition known as Cholangitis, and is a serious life-threatening emergency requiring urgent medical and surgical care

How are gallstones diagnosed?

Typically gallstones are seen on abdominal ultrasound done for any other concern (incidental discovery), or done for abdominal pain suspected to be related to gallbladder disease. Other imaging modalities such as CT scans or MRIs may be used.

My GP discovered that I have gallstones, but I have never felt any of the symptoms described in this leaflet. Do I need any treatment?

The short answer is no. If you do not experience the classic symptoms of biliary colic or have any evidence of the complications described above, there is no need for any intervention. However, you are now aware of the potential symptoms and should contact your healthcare team promptly as soon as you feel any of them.

What is the best treatment for symptomatic gallstones?

Surgery. Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy is the only dependable way to cure the condition. It is done using keyhole incisions, 5-10 mm in length, and consists of the complete removal of the gallbladder along with its contents.

What does the operation involve?

The procedure is done under general anesthesia. The surgeon will use keyhole incisions to minimize scarring and postoperative pain. The abdomen is inflated using CO2 gas to create working space for the surgeon. The gallbladder is viewed on a high definition monitor using a special camera attached to the laparoscope. Special instruments are then used to manipulate the gallbladder. The duct and artery that service the gallbladder are clipped shut. The gallbladder is cut free from the liver and is pulled out through one of the keyhole incisions along with its load of gallstones. The incisions are closed up and covered with dressings.

The duration of a standard laparoscopic cholecystectomy ranges from 30 to 60 minutes.

What can I Expect After Surgery?

• You can usually go home within 24 hours of the operation.
• You can expect some
  • Some mild postoperative pain:
    • At the incisions
    • In your shoulders (due to residual gas in the abdominal cavity)
    • In your intestines (due to gaseous distention)
  • You may feel some bloating
    • This is due to a tendency of the intestines to slow down their transit after anesthesia and abdominal operations in general
    • This may also lead to a transient disturbance in bowel habits
  • Return to normal activities within 24-48 hours
  • The surgeon will recommend a low fat diet for a few weeks after surgery to allow your digestive system to recover and adjust.

Are there any alternatives to surgery?

Despite the presence of some conservative treatment options, surgery is the only dependable way to get rid of gallstones and their complications for good.

Medical treatment with ursodeoxycholic acid is an option but not practical. It is applicable only to a small subset of patients, and the therapy can take 9-12 months to dissolve the stone in only 50% of cases.

Extracorporeal Shockwave Lithotripsy is another option whereby the gallstones are fragmented using external means. This technique also has significant limitations. A diseased gallbladder might not be able to expel the stone fragments.

A healthy, portion-controlled, low-fat diet high in fruits and vegetables can help keep attacks to a minimum, but will not lead to disappearance of gallstones and definitive management is still needed in symptomatic cases.

In essence, conservative treatment options are reserved for patients who are generally unfit for surgery.

What are the benefits of surgery?

Resolution of the pain caused by gallstones, and avoidance of their complications in the future.

Q: Will I have scars after surgery?

Any incision will heal and form a scar. That is how the healing process works, and without it, any form of surgery would be impossible. That said, the advantage of laparoscopy means you will get tiny keyhole incisions, as opposed to the large ones needed for open surgery. The use of tiny incisions, coupled with the use of cosmetic skin closure techniques and absorbable intracorporeal sutures, means that the scarring is kept to a strict minimum, and will be barely noticeable as time goes by.

Will I have any long-term effects from surgery?

The gallbladder serves only as a reservoir for the bile, and as such is not a vital organ for the digestive system. The liver produces more than enough bile to ensure adequate digestion, however, there will be a short period of adjustment during which you may experience some dyscomfort after a heavy fatty meal. This is why a low fat diet is recommended during this recovery period, after which everything will return to normal.

What about weight gain after cholecystectomy?

There is no strong medical evidence to suggest any direct relationship between gallbladder surgery and postoperative weight gain. A small percentage of patients experience some weight gain, but this is generally related to lifestyle factors rather than the operation itself. In fact, most patients actually lose weight in the perioperative period, and that is due in part to the low fat diet they are instructed to take, and also to transiently impaired fat absorption associated with the procedure.

Conclusion

Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy is a safe and minimally invasive operation performed to treat symptomatic gallstones and their complications. While experience varies from patient to patient, it is generally accepted as an easy and tolerable operation with quick recovery times and return to normal activity, and scarring is kept to a minimum. Post-operative pain is minimal and managed with simple analgesics, and the procedure carries no long-term consequences. This leaflet is designed to provide you with the basic information about what to expect before and after your operation. If you have any concerns or questions feel free to book your next appointment to discuss your case with your physician at DAE.

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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates; December 2, 2022: Danat Al Emarat Hospital for Women and Children, a Mubadala Health partner, celebrated UAE’s 51^st National Day, with the arrival of two babies.

Dr. Mohannad Alatrash, Acting Medical Director, Danat Al Emarat Hospital for Women & Children said: “Danat Al Emarat Hospital for Women & Children is delighted to welcome two newborns into the world, on the occasion of the UAE’s 51st National Day. We are honored to also celebrate the milestone of delivering a total of 31,205 babies since Danat Al Emarat Hospital delivered its first baby in 2015. Of the total number of births, 16,218 were boys, 14,987 were girls and 17,432 were of Emirati origin. This milestone would not have been possible were it not for the tireless dedication and contribution of our caregivers, who make every effort to ensure that Danat Al Emarat Hospital continues to deliver world-class care and the highest level of services to infants and their families. We wish the newborn babies and their families the best of health and happiness.”

The first newborn was delivered at 1:39 am. The father of the newborn, from the Alhashimi family, was overwhelmed with joy and said: “We’ve decided to name our beautiful son Khalifa. We are delighted and utterly blessed that he has arrived on this special day. We thank God that Khalifa and his mother are in good health. We wish everyone a happy and joyous 51^st UAE National Day! I would also like to thank all the caregivers of Danat Al Emarat Hospital who provided care to my wife and child.”

The second family to welcome their newborn baby was the Emirati family of Ali Alqubaisi. The newborn is the fifth child, she weighed 2.53Kg and was born at 7:27am in good health. The parents named her Sherina. The father said: “Our daughter being born on the UAE’s 51^st National Day is extremely special and happy moment for us. We extend our sincere thanks to the nursing staff and team at Danat Al Emarat Hospital for Women and Children for their care and distinguished service. Our Sherina brings us hope and joy, and has maximized our celebrations for today. Wishing everyone a happy UAE 51^st National Day!”

To mark this special occasion and in celebration of the UAE’s 51st National Day, Danat Al Emarat Hospital distributed flowers and chocolates to all patients and their children, who were celebrating national day at the hospital. Danat Al Emarat Hospital is expected to perform a further 10 more deliveries today.

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Abu Dhabi, UAE, April 21, 2022: Hasan Jasem Al Nowais, CEO of Mubadala Health, has been named among the top five healthcare leaders in the region in the inaugural ‘Middle East’s Top 50 Healthcare Leaders’ ranking by Forbes Middle East.
Al Nowais was the highest placed healthcare leader in the UAE, on a list that includes leaders representing regional and global organizations, including hospitals and clinics, pharmaceutical companies, diagnostics centers and health technology providers.
The ranking takes into account the leader’s profile and experience, in addition to the size of the company (revenues, assets, etc.), its impact on patients across the region, innovative initiatives introduced, diversity of operations, and ownership of assets.
The UAE dominated the list with 25 of the 50 firms based in the country, of which five companies are based in Abu Dhabi.
Al Nowais said: “I am delighted and humbled to be included in Forbes Middle East’s first-ever ‘Top 50 Healthcare Leaders’ ranking alongside some of the strongest experts in the industry from across the region. The ranking is truly a testament to the hard work and dedication of all teams across Mubadala Health’s integrated network of world-class facilities, who have each contributed to our unified vision of reshaping the healthcare landscape in the UAE and wider region.
“By constantly striving to expand and elevate our offering and expertise, we have reduced the need for patients to travel abroad as they are now able to access internationally recognized centers of excellence right here in the UAE. We are also proud to be home to state-of-the-art facilities, with world-renowned caregivers and innovative technologies that ensure our communities have access to the highest quality of patient care.”
Mubadala Health was launched in January 2021 to integrate a network of world-class healthcare providers including Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Imperial College London Diabetes Centre, Healthpoint, Amana Healthcare, National Reference Laboratory, Capital Health Screening Centre, and Abu Dhabi Telemedicine Centre. In 2021 Mubadala Health acquired UEMedical as part of its expanding portfolio of healthcare assets, which added to its portfolio Danat Al Emarat hospital, Moorfields Eye Hospital Abu Dhabi, and the HealthPlus Network of Specialty Centers; in addition to a stake in Al Meswak clinics in Saudi Arabia.

Earlier this year, Mubadala Health also announced a collaboration with the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) and the UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) to launch a 125,000 square-foot stand-alone day surgery and medical facility in Dubai in Q3 2022.
Al Nowais added: “Our ambition is to put the patient at the heart of everything we do to improve their experience and the outcome of their treatment across our network of facilities. This integration is key and has ensured that Mubadala Health is able to advance holistic and preventative care to the next level.”

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2 December 2021, Abu Dhabi: Danat Al Emarat Hospital for Women & Children, in Abu Dhabi, a Mubadala Health partner, welcomed 3 newborns on the 50th UAE National Day. With the National Day newborns, the total number of newborns delivered at Danat Al Emarat Hospital in Abu Dhabi has reached 26,348 since the opening of the hospital on October 2015 of which 14,427 babies were Emiratis.

Dr. Mohaymen Abdelghany, CEO of Danat Al Emarat Hospital for Women and Children said, “Our celebrations at Danat Al Emarat are doubled as we welcome our newborns today. Including the babies born at the hospital on UAE National Day, a total of 26,348 babies have been born at Danat Al Emarat Hospital since our first baby born on 28 October 2015, of which 14,427 were Emiratis. Amongst the total number of births, we had 13,726 boys and 12,622 girls. We are indeed proud of our team of over 200 obstetricians, pediatricians, neonatologists, midwives and nurses who provide unparalleled care to many of Abu Dhabi’s newborns. We expect to welcome another 6 babies by end of today. On behalf of the entire team of Danat Al Emarat, we would like to congratulate the UAE leadership and people on the Golden Jubilee of the UAE.”

“As we continue to combat the pandemic, and under the guidance and directions of the health authorities in UAE and the Department of Health Abu Dhabi, we would like to ensure all patients especially pregnant mothers that the utmost precautionary measures are applied at the hospital ensuring that best antenatal and childbirth care is provided, and the care is uninterrupted,” Dr. Abdelghany added.

Danat Al Emarat Hospital has welcomed its first newborn for Emirati family at 7:21 am during the early hours of UAE’s Golden Jubilee. The father, Ammar AbdelHakeem, said “We are truly happy to welcome our baby boy today on the 50th National Day. We have named him Saif, and he weighed 3.46 KG. Thanks to Allah, the baby and my wife are in good health. My wife’s due date was December 7th, but with Allah’s willing, baby Saif is celebrating the National Day with us today. The occasion is definitely doubled for us. I would like to thank Danat Al Emarat Hospital for the quality care they have provided to my wife and baby.”

The second baby today was born at Danat Al Emarat Hospital at 9:42 am for Emirati family of Mr. Hamad Abdullah AlRashdi. The father said, “Thanks to Allah for his blessings. We have named our newborn Mussallim. He is our first child, making this a very special occasion for our family as it also coincides with our nation’s Golden Jubilee. He weighed 3.9 KG and the baby and his mother are in good health. I would like to thank Danat Al Emarat doctors and the entire team for the care they have been providing my wife and child throughout her pregnancy journey. Additionally, we have witnessed great safety measures throughout our visits to the hospital and today during the birth of my child, which has put us in peace of mind, and we appreciate the efforts in providing consciously high-quality care to all patients.”

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Through this acquisition, Mubadala Health adds Danat Al Emarat Hospital for Women & Children; the HealthPlus Network of Specialty Centers; HealthPlus Fertility, the largest IVF provider in the region; Moorfields Eye Hospital Abu Dhabi; and a stake in Al Meswak Dental Group to its network. The new services added to the Mubadala Health network include fertility & IVF, obstetrics, neonatology, and pediatric subspecialties.

Hasan Jasem Al Nowais, Chief Executive Officer of Mubadala Health, said: “Over the past decade, UEMedical has witnessed tremendous growth and success, operating facilities that have raised the bar in patient care across multiple specialties. This acquisition enhances Mubadala Health’s network in the UAE and the wider GCC region, while demonstrating our unwavering commitment to transforming the regional healthcare landscape by delivering a full range of healthcare services covering every phase of a patient’s life.”

Ahmed Ali Al-Shorafa Al-Hammadi, Managing Director of UEG, added: “As founders of UEMedical, we are proud of what UEMedical represents, and of our role in the evolution of the health sector through well-established accredited hospitals and clinics in various specialties. While it is not easy to exit what we have built, I believe Mubadala Health provides the best ecosystem to allow it to flourish. We wish Mubadala Health all the success in achieving their vision of a world-class healthcare ecosystem in the region.”

Tariq Al-Sudairy, Managing Director and CEO of Jadwa Investment, commented: “Our acquisition of UEMedical in 2016 came following an extensive assessment that revealed high growth potential for specialized health services, especially in the women and children space. We worked closely with the management team to realize the company’s ambitious growth strategy in the UAE and Saudi Arabia. We are very proud of our partnership with UEMedical shareholders and management, and wish Mubadala Health and the management team continued success in capturing the next phase of growth.”

Majd Abu Zant, CEO of UEMedical, said: “We are delighted to join Mubadala Health’s network of world-class healthcare providers. This acquisition drives innovation and clinical excellence, while expanding the continuum of care across the UAE and Saudi markets as part of an integrated healthcare ecosystem. UEMedical has always been patient-centric and embraces international partnerships that advance our expertise and attract healthcare professionals of the highest caliber. This approach aligns perfectly with that of Mubadala Health, and we look forward to the next phase of our journey.”

The transaction is anticipated to close by September 2021. Mubadala Health’s network currently includes Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Healthpoint, Imperial College London Diabetes Centre, Amana Healthcare, National Reference Laboratory, Capital Health Screening Centre, and Abu Dhabi Telemedicine Centre. Following completion, Mubadala Health’s portfolio will include more than 10,000 world-class caregivers delivering 100+ service lines across 15 prominent healthcare providers in the UAE and KSA.

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Dr. Mohaymen Abdelghany, CEO of Danat Al Emarat Hospital for Women and Children, part of United Eastern Medical Services (UEMedical) said, “Our celebrations at Danat Al Emarat are doubled as we welcome our newborns today. Including the babies born at the hospital in the morning of first day of Eid Al Fitr, a total of 23,439 babies have been born at Danat Al Emarat Hospital since our first baby born on 28 October 2015, of which 12,614 were Emiratis. Amongst the total number of births, we had 12,177 boys and 11,262 girls. We are indeed proud of our team of over 200 obstetricians, pediatricians, neonatologists, midwives and nurses who provide unparalleled care to many of Abu Dhabi’s newborns. We expect to welcome another 7 babies by end of today.”

“As we continue to combat the pandemic, and under the guidance and directions of the health authorities in UAE and the Department of Health Abu Dhabi, we would like to ensure all patients especially pregnant mothers that the utmost precautionary measures are applied at the hospital ensuring best antenatal and childbirth care is provided and the care is uninterrupted,” Dr. Abdelghany added.

Danat Al Emarat Hospital has welcomed its first newborn for a Yemeni family at 10:16 am of first day of Eid Al Fitr and was named Saif.

The second baby was born at Danat Al Emarat Hospital at 10:19 am for Jordanian family of Mr. Hassan Mohamed Al Azaidh. The father said, “Thanks to Allah for his blessings. We have named our newborn Mariam. She is our second child. She weighed 3.58 KG and is in good health. The baby and her mother are in good health which tripled our joy ad celebrations as we also celebrate the first day of Eid Al Fitr. We were expecting her in 5 days, but with Allah’s will she has joined our Eid celebrations today morning. Our joy today is tripled. Her older brother Mohammed, 4 years old, has been waiting for her. From here, I would like to thank Danat Al Emarat team and Dr. Rasha Al Hilo, my wife’s obstetrician, for the care they have been providing my wife and child, especially during these of COVID-19 pandemic. We have witnessed very strict safety measures throughout our visits to the hospital and today during the birth of my child, which has put us in peace of mind, and we appreciate their efforts in providing consciously high-quality care to all patients.”

Danat Al Emarat Hospital has welcomed its third newborn for at 10:28 am of first day of Eid Al Fitr and was named Alanood. She is the third baby for the family.

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The two organizing sides announced the winner of this hackathon, which developed a smart application called UMOOMA; which is an innovative digital application that can predict outcomes and uses AI in the different stages of pregnancy to improve the quality of care provided to pregnant women who might suffer from pregnancy complications. The application uses real health data to predict the pregnancy condition, aiming to support clinicians and patients to provide a comprehensive clinical care and create a sustainable ecosystem by merging it with the healthcare system used at Danat Al Emarat Hospital.

The application also can measure vital signs of the patient and will ask questions based on the latest scientific studies to help in assessing the case by physicians virtually. Pregnant women will describe the pain they feel in details, which will show if the case needs urgent care. The application also provides a platform for consultations and needed medication could be prescribed for the pregnant lady.

The winning team which consists of; Sanjidah Hafez, Nurse; Yatharth Kher, Developer; Neetesh Bhati, Data Scientist; Sarthak Sethi, Designer; Dr Tanveer Ahmed Yadgir, Physician; will get the chance to witness their application executed at Danat Al Emarat Hospital soon.

Five teams of innovators competed to create AI programs designed to manage potential pregnancy complications at Abu Dhabi’s hackathon titled “The Road to Safe Pregnancy Hackathon”. Each team consisted of five members including a doctor, a nurse, a programmer/ a designer, an app developer and a data specialist from the UAE and from outside the country. The five teams presented their proposals in front of the Preg-a-thon’s jury inlcuding Dr. Hamed Al Hashemi, Director of Strategic Affairs at Department of Health Abu Dhabi,; Dr. Mohaymen Abdelghany, CEO of Danat Al Emarat Hospital; Ms. Eman Al Shorafa, COO of Danat Al Emarat Hospital; Mrs. Farah Al Alami, CCO at United Eastern Medical Services (UEMedical); Dr. Zainab Khazaal, Department Manager of Healthcare Policy & Standards at Department of Health Abu Dhabi.

The health hackathon is organized by the AI Lab at Department of Health Abu Dhabi; the first of its kind platform to attract innovators and young talents in the healthcare field to encourage them to adopt new methodologies based on innovation and creativity.

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The hackathon hosts a number of speakers from DoH’s AI Lab and various physicians from Danat Al Emarat Hospital discussing a wide range of topics with a focus on safe and healthy pregnancy through several panel discussions and group activities.

The hackathon aims to create and develop innovative programmes to manage pregnancy complications proactively at Danat Al Emarat Hospital. These programmes will contribute to further enhancing the specialised healthcare services provided to pregnant women while helping healthcare experts achieve better clinical outcomes.

H.E Dr. Jamal Mohammed Alkaabi, Undersecretary of DoH said: “Innovation has always been one of our core priorities at the Department of Health. We are keen to transform the way healthcare is delivered across Abu Dhabi by using innovation and research to power truly sustainable solutions. To that end, we are pleased to be collaborating with Danat Al Emarat Hospital in organising this unique hack-a-thon, which employs a novel approach to tackle issues and find solutions that can help manage complications faced during pregnancy.”

“With each edition, the healthcare hackathon focuses on a certain medical topic that helps instil a culture of innovation among Abu Dhabi’s healthcare sectors and stimulate the adoption of AI. It also strives to elevate healthcare services provided to new heights and further enhance specialised state-of-the-art quality services. We encourage the talented minds to follow through with their innovations to help push the healthcare sector forward” Al Kaabi added.

Majd Abu Zant, Acting CEO of UEMedical said: “UEMedical group including Danat Al Emarat Hospital for Women & Children, HealthPlus Network of Specialty Centers and Moorfields Eye Hospital Abu Dhabiare always keen to organize activities and events that encourage innovation and continuously invest in AI and other advanced technologies, to enhance the quality of healthcare services provided in our facilities around the UAE”.

“Such valuable initiatives have a positive impact on the diagnostic, curative and preventative healthcare services provided to members of the community. Choosing safe pregnancy as a topic for the hackathon this year reflects DoH’s commitment towards enhancing the healthcare services provided to mothers and children with a focus on ensuring the health and safety of mothers during pregnancy and delivery. Multiple innovative solutions will be the outcome of this 2-day hackathon, which will focus on the prevention and early detection of pregnancy problems; and managing them for improved outcomes. These solutions will be turned into actual programmes to be executed at Danat Al Emarat,” Abu Zant added.

Dr. Mohaymen Abdelghany, CEO of Danat Al Emarat Hospital said: “Danat Al Emarat Hospital was one of the first hospitals to have a dedicated department and team for innovation and excellence since over two years, which aims to create an ecosystem to test new technologies and new approaches to deliver better results and innovation for development. The department gives the opportunity to all staff including physicians, nurses, technicians and others, to showcase their creativity and innovative capabilities; and to witness many of these initiatives implemented across the different areas of the hospital. This reflects our unwavering efforts to support innovation and use the benefits of AI and cutting-edge technologies to serve our patients and contribute to further enhancing the quality of healthcare services in line with DoH’s strategy.”

Dr. Abdelghany added, “each competing team consists of 5 individuals including a doctor, a nurse, a programmer/ a designer, an app developer and a data specialist from the UAE and outside the country. Each team works collectively to develop an innovative programme to improve the services provided to pregnant women and eliminate any related potential problems. I believe that such initiatives would create competitiveness to bring the best to the table and to utilize their capabilities the right way for the benefit of our communities. The winning team will be announced on the end of the second day of the hackathon and will not only win a prize but will also have the opportunity to have their innovative solution/application implemented at Danat Al Emarat Hospital.”

The first edition of the health hackathon brought by DoH’s AI lab in 2019 focused on creating and developing innovative solutions to manage chronic diseases; one of the current challenges facing the healthcare sector today, whereas the second edition focused on the management of respiratory diseases and coming up with innovative solutions and empowering technology and data science to contribute to reducing the risks of spreading them as they respiratory diseases are among the most common diseases in the UAE.

The Artificial Intelligence (AI) Lab by the DoH aims to foster a new culture, mindset and ways of working for innovators in healthcare. It provides a medium for fuelling creativity and coaching idea-owners and innovation teams to bring their ideas to life.

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