ADCMC launches ‘Abu Dhabi Standard for Healthcare Business Continuity’ to enhance emergency medical service operations

In collaboration with Department of Health – Abu Dhabi

 

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 8 May 2025:

The Emergencies, Crises and Disasters Management Centre - Abu Dhabi (ADCMC), in collaboration with the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH), officially launched the ‘Abu Dhabi Standard for Healthcare Business Continuity’ during the Annual Business Continuity and Alternative National Service Forum – Murona, held at Erth Hotel, Abu Dhabi.

The initiative is a key progress of Abu Dhabi’s ongoing efforts to position itself as a global leader in the implementation of business continuity practices. It lays down a comprehensive and detailed framework aimed at strengthening the business continuity management system for healthcare services across the Emirate. The benchmark will also help Supporting healthcare sector resilience by minimising the impact of disruptions, and safeguarding patient safety while facilitating seamless and uninterrupted service delivery. Furthermore, it ensures the availability of essential healthcare services at all times, as well as full compliance with regulatory and legislative requirements.

The standard is tailored to ensure the continuity of healthcare and emergency medical service operations across the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, fostering an integrated, patient-centric care system. It primarily focuses on driving timely and uninterrupted response to critical emergencies through the seamless coordination of resources and expertise. In addition, it aims to minimise service disruptions stemming from emergencies, crises, and disasters. This is essential to enhance the safety and well-being of patients, visitors, and healthcare professionals, while strengthening service continuity across the Emirate, right from pre-hospital services to diagnostics, and treatment.

His Excellency Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director General of ADCMC, reaffirmed the Centre’s unwavering commitment to advancing the emergency, crisis, and disaster management system, as well as elevating the resilience and sustainability of the Emirate’s healthcare sector. His Excellency emphasised the need to establish comprehensive, integrated standards that ensure both essential service continuity and patient safety under all circumstances. H.E. Al Nuaimi also stated that the initiative aligns with the Centre’s strategic vision to enhance Abu Dhabi’s preparedness for emergencies and crises, further solidifying its position as a global leader in this critical domain.

His Excellency further stated: “The health and well-being of the population remain a top priority for the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, aligning with the government’s aim to provide an exceptional quality of life for all residents and ensure the continuity of essential healthcare services. Achieving this exemplary vision necessitates strict compliance with the regulatory and legislative frameworks, as well as the effective implementation of key requirements by all stakeholders within the healthcare sector. In such a scenario, it is also essential to proactively identify and manage strategic risks at the Emirate level, by understanding their potential impact on healthcare,  reinforcing both social and economic stability.”

His Excellency also eemphasised the newly introduced standard’s critical role in enhancing the healthcare sector’s capacity, and establishing a flexible business continuity management system to ensure the sustainability of healthcare services, even during emergencies. H.E. Al Nuaimi remarked that such a system empowers healthcare providers to effectively adapt to evolving challenges and respond swiftly to a wide range of crisis situations.

 

H.E.Dr. Noura Khamis Al Ghaithi, Undersecretary of DoH said: “Abu Dhabi has made remarkable strides in strengthening the readiness of its healthcare ecosystem, ensuring the sustainability and continuity of its services in times of crisis. Collaboration, joint efforts, and integration between all stakeholders have played a vital role in achieving the Emirate’s milestones in that regard. Today, Abu Dhabi proudly ranks among the world’s most innovative and resilient healthcare systems in emergency preparedness and response. This achievement is no coincidence, but a direct result of our wise leadership’s steadfast support and guidance in prioritising the community’s health and safety above all. Through coordinated efforts to drive innovation, harness the latest technologies, and continuously advance infrastructure and regulatory frameworks, Abu Dhabi continues to set a distinguished global example.”

H.E. added: “We are proud of the collaboration between the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi, the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, and the Abu Dhabi Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Centre in launching the Abu Dhabi Business Continuity Standard for Heathcare. This initiative is designed to further strengthen the readiness of healthcare facilities across the Emirate, ensuring the uninterrupted delivery of care services, enhancing integration among key stakeholders, unifying response frameworks, and bolstering operational resilience to enable faster recovery from crisis, all without compromising the quality of healthcare services.”

The Abu Dhabi Standard for Business Continuity in Healthcare Activities applies to all healthcare providers, based on the applicability of requirements to their specific operational environments and service providers. It also encompasses additional requirements for pre-hospital and critical care, as well as hospitals in general. The focus is primarily on the time taken to deliver relevant healthcare services, and the hospital’s ability to respond to emergencies, crises, and disasters that may disrupt social systems.

It also addresses critical incidents and emerging risks impacting the health of community members. In such instances, coordinated efforts are required to ensure that healthcare providers can respond effectively and mitigate adverse health outcomes in their facilities and across communities.

Furthermore, the capability of the healthcare sector is determined by several factors such as the development of hospitals that empower healthcare professionals to deliver medical care focused on emergency and critical care, efficiently manage emergency calls and coordinate ambulance deployment. It is also dependent on the efficiency of emergency patient transportation service providers, multidisciplinary response teams that provide clinical interventions at the incident site, as well as medical hotlines that offer remote diagnosis and instructions to facilitate certain treatments.

Non-emergency patient transport services for hospital transfers and discharges, along with a range of other resources, including personnel, skills, equipment, technology, materials, and information, also play a critical role in emergency and crisis situations. This also includes effective governance, which lays down the acceptable boundaries for healthcare conduct and practices.

The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi recently inaugurated the Unified Medical Operations Command Centre (UMOC), the first of its kind globally. Operated by the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, in collaboration with a number of public and private sector healthcare entities, the Centre is designed to strengthen cooperation and coordination among all stakeholders. It serves as a central hub for emergency management, marking a major addition to the Emirate’s healthcare sector and playing a vital role in safeguarding public health, enhancing emergency preparedness, and strengthening response capabilities

ADCMC remains steadfast in its efforts to reinforce the Emirate’s adaptability and preparedness to tackle future challenges through a range of forward-looking studies, research, and plans aimed at enhancing crisis response capabilities. These include joint drills and exercises with various public and private sector entities, as well as collaboration with partners to promote cooperation and knowledge exchange in the field of emergency and disaster management. ADCMC is also committed to developing infrastructure to ensure rapid and effective response to emergencies, crises, and disasters.

Kilow, a Saudi Health Tech Startup, Launches Offering the First All-in-One Weight Loss Platform

 

A Saudi-made digital health solution combining medication, 

lifestyle coaching, and smart tracking-now live.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - 17 April 2025

Kilow (www.kilow.app), a Saudi-born digital health startup, officially launches today, introducing a new, science-backed approach to weight loss. Built by local experts for local needs, the platform offers a seamless, all-in-one program that brings together lifestyle coaching, health tracking, and, where appropriate, access to modern medical treatments like GLP-1 medications.

Designed specifically for the Saudi population, the application is only available in Saudi Arabia and in Arabic, with other languages to be added at a later stage.Kilow helps users lose weight in a safe, sustainable, and personalized way, whether they need expert medical support, habit-building tools, or targeted intervention options.

A One-Stop Shop for Weight Loss in Saudi Arabia

With obesity and chronic lifestyle-related conditions on the rise across developed nations, more people are searching for effective, personalized solutions. Kilow is built to meet that need- in Saudi Arabia, for Saudi lifestyles. The platform removes the friction, guesswork, and overwhelm from weight loss by offering:

●      Personalized nutrition, sleep, and exercise coaching

●      At-home lab testing and real-time health tracking

●      Home delivery of medications and health essentials
Access to licensed medical consultations and optional GLP-1 medications

●      A Saudi-focused lifestyle modification program built for long-term results

Getting started is simple: users download the app, fill in a few health details, and receive a free medical consultation. After approval, they choose from flexible, affordable plans ranging from one to six months. 

 

Homegrown Innovation, Global Experience

Kilow is founded by digital health expert and four-time startup founder Fahed Al Essa, whose career spans five countries and two decades across healthcare, biotech, and digital health. But Kilow is rooted in Saudi Arabia-developed locally, and designed for the unique needs of Saudi users.

“This isn’t just another weight loss app,” said Al Essa. “It’s built by people who understand the Saudi lifestyle and the health challenges we face. For me, Kilow is deeply personal-after years of struggling with my weight, I finally feel like I’ve found a solution that works, and I wanted to share that with others.”

What makes Kilow stand out is its practical, culturally relevant approach to change.

“If you tell someone in the GCC to stop eating rice, they probably won’t. But if you teach them how to eat rice better, that’s where we specialize. We don’t want to overhaul your life. We give you small, practical tools-like having vinegar before your rice meal to reduce blood sugar spikes. Tiny changes. Big effect.”

 

 Looking Ahead

Kilow’s launch comes at a time when Saudi Arabia is placing wellness at the heart of Vision 2030. With regional expansion on the horizon, the company is also preparing to announce its first funding round in the coming weeks.

“We believe Saudi Arabia can lead the future of digital health,” said Al Essa. “With Kilow, we’re proud to show what local innovation can do- meeting real patient needs with real solutions.”

Future product plans include AI-powered meal tracking, personalized real-time coaching based on real-time activity and biometrics, and precision health features such as:

●      Genetic and hormonal testing to personalize treatment paths

●      Smart meal feedback using wearable glucose and activity data

●      Adaptive habit coaching powered by behavioral science
Voice-guided check-ins to improve engagement and emotional well-being

●      Predictive health scoring to identify weight loss plateaus before they happen

UK Aesthetic Distributor Targets UAE as GCC Wellness Market Nears USD 11 Billion

 

Dubai, UAE – 2 April 2025: Anglo Arab Trading FZCO, a UK-founded distributor of advanced medical aesthetic technologies and skincare solutions, has officially launched operations in the UAE, entering one of the world’s most dynamic and fast-growing wellness markets.

 

Headquartered in Dubai, the company brings clinically validated, non-invasive devices and dermaceuticals to the GCC, supporting aesthetic clinics, private hospitals, and high-end wellness providers seeking next-generation patient outcomes.

 

“The UAE is rapidly positioning itself as a global hub for aesthetics and regenerative wellness,” said Matt Hubball, Co-Founder and Director of Anglo Arab Trading. “We’re introducing solutions that aren’t currently available in the region backed by science, trusted globally, and built for today’s results-driven aesthetic clients.”

 

With over a decade of international experience, Hubball previously served as UK & Ireland Director for a leading global medical device firm, spearheading its market entry and commercial growth across Europe. His move to the Gulf builds on a strong track record of launching high-growth ventures in the aesthetic technology space.

 

According to global forecasts, the medical aesthetics industry is projected to reach USD 35.3 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 12.8%. In the GCC, the weight loss and wellness segment is expected to double from USD 5.3 billion in 2024 to USD 10.7 billion by 2033, reflecting a sharp uptick in non-surgical demand, wellness culture, and preventative health.

 

Anglo Arab Trading is leveraging long-standing industry relationships to build distribution partnerships with high-end spas, medical centres, and dermatology clinics across the UAE, KSA, and Qatar. The company supports product integration with exclusive training programmes, VIP masterclasses, and live demonstrations all tailored to help aesthetic professionals adopt cutting-edge skincare and aesthetic innovations.

 

With government-backed healthcare innovation, tax-free incentives, and a rising appetite for scientifically backed wellness solutions, the UAE continues to attract global players across the medical aesthetics value chain. Anglo Arab Trading enters this market with a differentiated distribution model focused on clinical education, exclusive brand access, and regional relevance. As aesthetic clinics and wellness hubs seek product partners that offer both commercial support and scientific credibility, Anglo Arab Trading is poised to become a trusted regional gateway for next-generation skincare and device technologies.

 

شركة "بريستول مايرز سكويب" تعيّن أسامة بريوش مديراً عاماً لمنطقة الخليج والمملكة العربية السعودية

 

الرياض، المملكة العربية السعودية, 20 مارس / آذار 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- أعلنت "بريستول مايرز سكويب"، الشركة العالمية الرائدة في مجال الأدوية الحيوية، عن تعيين أسامة بريوش مديراً عاماً في المملكة العربية السعودية ودول الخليج، والتي تشمل كلاً من المملكة العربية السعودية والإمارات العربية المتحدة والكويت وقطر وعُمان والبحرين، بالإضافة إلى الأردن.

وتعليقاً على هذا الموضوع، قال أسامة بريوش: "أنا سعيدٌ جداً بانضمامي إلى فريق 'بريستول مايرز سكويب' لما تتمتع به هذه الشركة من التزام راسخ بالابتكار والارتقاء بحياة المرضى بالاستناد إلى العلوم والأبحاث. ويتيح لنا مشهد الرعاية الصحية المتطور في المنطقة فرصة فريدة لتعزيز الوصول إلى علاجاتنا الرائدة وإحداث تأثير إيجابي في حياة المجتمعات التي ندير أعمالنا فيها، لا سيما في المجالات التي لا تزال تتطلب خيارات علاجية مبتكرة، مثل أمراض الدم والأورام وأمراض القلب والأوعية الدموية".

 وأضاف: "انطلاقاً من سعي شركة 'بريستول مايرز سكويب' لتعزيز حضورها الإقليمي وحرصها على توفير محفظة شاملة من العلاجات في مجالات تخصصها، نطمح إلى إتاحة مجموعة أوسع من العلاجات المتطورة، تمكننا من التصدي للتحديات الصحية الرئيسية التي يعاني منها المرضى في المنطقة، حيث يركز فريقنا على بناء شراكات مؤثرة في القطاع، تسهم في تحقيق نتائج صحية مستدامة وطويلة الأمد".

من جهتها، قالت ميشيل كالوب، نائب الرئيس الأول لأفرع شركة "بريستول مايرز سكويب" في الإقليم العابر للقارات: "يسرّنا أن نعلن عن تولي الدكتور أسامة بريوش قيادة فريق الشركة في المملكة العربية السعودية ودول الخليج، حيث تمثّل هذه المنطقة جزءاً أساسياً من استراتيجيتنا الدولية. ومن خلال منصبه كمدير عام، سوف يسهم د. بريوش، بما يتمتع به من خبرة واسعة وكفاءة عالية، في دفع عجلة النمو وتعزيز الابتكار وترسيخ ثقافة الأداء العالي ضمن الفريق. وإننا على ثقة تامة بأنه سيقود جهودنا لتعزيز الوصول إلى العلاجات المتطورة وتوطيد الشراكات التي تدعم استدامة قطاع الرعاية الصحية في المنطقة".

وينضمّ الدكتور أسامة بريوش إلى شركة "بريستول مايرز سكويب"، حاملاً معه خبرة تمتد لأكثر من 25 عاماً في قطاع الأدوية والتشخيص، ومعرفة واسعة بالأسواق الإقليمية، بما في ذلك المملكة العربية السعودية ودول الخليج وبلاد الشام، حيث أثبت، خلال مسيرته المهنية، قدرته على تعزيز وصول المرضى إلى العلاجات المتقدمة وتحسين الكفاءة التشغيلية وبناء فرق عمل عالية الأداء في مختلف الأسواق.

منتجع كامالايا يكشف عن "مُنشأة العلاجات الإدراكية" وجهة رائدة لتعزيز صحّة الدماغ والعافية الذهنية

 

 

 

 

 

كوه ساموي، تايلاند/ مارس 2025 - يفتخر منتجع كامالايا الذي يُعتبر الملاذ الفريد للعافية والوجهة العالمية الرائدة في مجال الصحّة الشاملة، بالإعلان عن افتتاح "مُنشأة العلاجات الإدراكية" الذي يشكّل مساحةً ثوريةً جديدةً صُمّمت خصيصاً لتعزيز صحّة الدماغ، والصفاء الذهني، والتوازن العاطفي. فتحت هذه المنشأة المتطوّرة أبوابها رسمياً في 3 فبراير 2025، حيث تجمع أحدث ابتكارات علم الأعصاب مع حكمة العلاجات التقليدية، لتقديم نهج متكامل يعزز الوظائف الإدراكية، ويزيد من القدرة على التكيّف مع الإجهاد، ويسهم في إطالة العمر.

 

ونظراً إلى تزايد متطلبات الحياة العصرية يوماً بعد يوم، بات تحسين أداء الدماغ والحفاظ على العافية العاطفية ضرورة قصوى أكثر من أي وقت مضى. يضع هذا المركز المكرّس لتجارب العافية في متناول ضيوفه باقةً استثنائيةً من العلاجات المصمّمة خصيصاً لتعزيز اللدونة العصبية، وتحقيق الصفاء الذهني، وإعادة التوازن إلى الجهاز العصبي.

 

من بين أبرز العلاجات المميّزة المتوفرة حالياً:

 

علاج الارتجاع العصبي: تقنية غير جراحية تُدرّب الدماغ على التحكم الذاتي من خلال متابعة نشاط موجاته الدماغية في الوقت الفعلي. تُساهم هذه العملية في تعزيز التركيز والذاكرة، وتحسين قدرة الدماغ على التكيّف مع الإجهاد، بالإضافة إلى دعم الاستقرار العاطفي، ممّا يجعلها مفيدةً بشكل خاص للأفراد الذين يعانون من التعب الإدراكي، أو القلق، أو اضطرابات النوم.

 

علاج تحفيز الدماغ: تقنية غير جراحية تعتمد على تطبيق العلاج بالصدمات الكهربائية عبر الجمجمة، مما يُساهم بفعالية في معالجة القلق والأرق. يطلق هذا العلاج تيارات كهربائية منخفضة الشدة عبر مشابك الأذن، ممّا يساهم في تهدئة الجسم وتنظيم دورات النوم الطبيعية. يعتمد هذا العلاج على تكنولوجيا حائزة على براءة اختراع، تستخدم موجاتٍ كهربائية منخفضة السعة لتحقيق التوازن في نشاط شبكة الدماغ، مما يوفر نهجاً آمناً وفعالاً وخالياً من الأدوية لتعزيز الاسترخاء الذهني وتحسين جودة النوم.

 

علاج التعديل الضوئي الحيوي للدماغ عبر الجمجمة: تقنية مبتكرة تعتمد على استخدام الضوء لتحفيز تدفّق الدم الدماغي وتحسين وظيفة الميتوكوندريا، مما يدعم تجدّد خلايا الدماغ ويقلّل من الالتهاب. تشير الأبحاث إلى أنّ هذا العلاج يُحسّن الأداء الإدراكي، ويرفع مستويات الطاقة، ويعزز العافية العاطفية، ممّا يجعله أداةً فعّالةً لمواجهة التراجع الإدراكي الناتج عن التقدّم في السنّ والإرهاق الذهني.

 

علاج التعديل العصبي: تقنية تعتمد على التحفيز الكهربائي منخفض الحدّة لتعزيز اللدونة العصبية، ممّا يساعد الدماغ على تطوير أنماط جديدة وأكثر صحّةً. يُستخدَم هذا العلاج على نطاق واسع لتعزيز التركيز وتنظيم المزاج ودعم الوظائف العصبية بشكل عام، خاصةً لأولئك الذين يسعون إلى إدارة الإجهاد المزمن أو التعافي من الإرهاق العقلي.

 

علاج التزامن العصبي بالصوت: يعتمد هذا العلاج غير التلامسي على دمج الموجات والاهتزازات الصوتية مع الوضعية المحايدة للجسم (حالة انعدام الجاذبية)، مما يعزز الاسترخاء العميق وينشط موجات ثيتا خلال مراحل النوم. يعتمد هذا العلاج على نبضات صوتية تُوزَّع على كلتا الأذنين، إلى جانب استخدام موجات غاما الصوتية والرنين الصوتي لتحفيز العصب المبهم، ممّا يسهم في دعم صحة القلب والجهاز الهضمي وتحقيق توازنٍ ملحوظ في الجهاز العصبي. أثبتَ هذا العلاج فعاليّته سريريّاً في التخفيف من الإجهاد، وتحسين جودة النوم وتنظيم المزاج، إذ يعيد تناغم الجسم على المستوى الخلوي ممّا يساعد على تحقيق أعلى مستويات العافية.

 

العلاجات الشافية: تعتمد هذه العلاجات على الأساليب العلاجية التقليدية لتقديم نهج متكامل يُعزز صحّة الدماغ ويسهم في تحقيق الاسترخاء العميق. يدعم العلاج اللمفاوي العصبي عملية التخلّص من السموم وتحقيق الصفاء الذهني، بينما يساهم العلاج القحفي العجزي في تخفيف التوتّر وتعزيز الاسترخاء عبر حركات تدليك ناعمة. يُساهم العلاج بالأكسجين عالي الضغط في رفع مستويات الأكسجين داخل الجسم، مما يعزز الأداء الإدراكي ويدعم عملية التعافي.

 

علاجات الحقن الوريدي لتحسين الصحّة الإدراكية: مجموعة من العلاجات التي تعتمد على تقديم المغذيات عبر الحقن الوريدي، مصممة لتغذية الدماغ وتعزيز وظائف الجهاز العصبي والوقاية من الإجهاد التأكسدي. تشمل الخيارات علاج حيوية الأعصاب، وهو عبارة عن حقن بيبتيدات عصبية تهدف إلى دعم إصلاح الخلايا العصبية، وتعزيز استقلاب الدماغ وتجديد الوظائف الإدراكية. يُنصح بهذا العلاج لتعزيز الأداء الإدراكي، والتعافي من السكتة الدماغية، ودعم علاج اضطرابات الأعصاب التنكسية. يعيد علاج التجدّد الإدراكي تجديد الدهون الفسفورية الأساسية لتعزيز نشاط النواقل العصبية وتحسين الذاكرة والأداء العصبي، إلى جانب دعم عملية إزالة السموم من الكبد وترميم الخلايا، مما يُعزز الحيوية والصحّة الإدراكية على المدى الطويل.

 

أنشطة داعمة للعافية الشاملة: لا تقتصر هذه المنشأة الحديثة على توفير مساحة للعلاجات فحسب، بل تُعدّ أيضاً ملاذاً فريداً لتجارب العافية الشاملة. فهي تعالِج الإجهاد النفسي والأعراض الفيسيولوجية على حد سواء، من خلال تحقيق تناغم متكامل بين الجهاز العصبي الودّي والجهاز العصبي اللاودّي. أما الأنشطة المكمّلة فتشمل التأمّل لتعزيز الوظائف الإدراكية، وتمارين التنفّس التي تحسّن التركيز والذاكرة وتحقق الهدوء الداخلي، إلى جانب الاستشارات التي تدمج الطب الصيني التقليدي مع العلم الإدراكي الحديث لتقديم نهج مصمّم خصيصاً لتلبية الاحتياجات الشخصية، فضلاً عن تمارين اللياقة البدنية المنشِّطة للدماغ، وهو نظام روتيني متخصّص لتحفيز وظائف الدماغ من خلال الحركة.

 

وفي هذا السياق، علّق جوبال كومار، المدير العام لمنتجع كامالايا ومدير مجموعة تطوير العافية، قائلاً: "نظراً إلى تزايد الاهتمام بصحّة الدماغ وطول العمر يوماً بعد يوم، برزت لدينا الحاجة إلى إنشاء مساحة متخصّصة تتيح للضيوف تعزيز وظائفهم الإدراكية والاعتناء بصحتهم العاطفية. ومن هنا، تُقدّم هذه المنشأة الجديدة فلسفة كامالايا الشاملة، حيث تجتمع التطوّرات العلمية مع تقاليد الشفاء الق          ديمة، لتضمن تجربة تحوّلية متكاملة بكل ما للكلمة من معنى."

 

منذ افتتاحها، نالت "منشأة العلاجات الإدراكية" استحساناً واسعاً، ممّا يعزز مكانة كامالايا كعلامة رائدة في مجال العافية المتكاملة. أصبح بإمكان الضيوف الذين يرغبون في تعزيز الصفاء الذهني، وتحسين التركيز، وتحقيق التوازن العاطفي، الاستفادة من مجموعة واسعة من العلاجات عالمية المستوى، المصمّمة خصيصاً لتعزيز الصحّة الإدراكية على المدى الطويل.

 

لمزيد من المعلومات حول هذه العلاجات المبتكرة، يرجى زيارة www.kamalaya.com/cognitive-house

How Agents are Accelerating Enterprise-Wide Transformation: UiPath to Unveil Latest Agentic Automation Solutions at Agentic AI Summit

UiPath to hold Agentic AI Summit on March 25 to demonstrate its latest agentic automation

innovations and how UiPath customers are achieving transformational outcomes with these solutions

 




Dubai, United Arab Emirates, March 19, 2025 – UiPath (NYSE: PATH), a leading enterprise

automation and AI software company, today announced its annual UiPath Agentic AI Summit

will take place online on March 25, offering attendees deeper insight into the latest UiPath

agentic automation innovations and strategies for implementing agentic AI and automation to

deliver consistent, reliable, and transformative business outcomes.

Agentic automation integrates AI agents, robots, and people to streamline operations, automate

complex end-to-end business processes with multiple workflows and contextual decision-

making, improve scalability, and unlock new levels of productivity. It enables AI software agents

powered by machine learning, advanced AI, natural language processing, and computer vision

to take autonomous action and deliver consistent, reliable, and transformative outcomes.

“Agentic automation is transforming businesses by integrating advanced process automation,

business data and real-time intelligence to support scalable decision-making, and we’re seeing

strong interest from customers eager to pilot this technology,” said Graham Sheldon, Chief

Product Officer at UiPath. “UiPath agentic automation delivers value by driving efficiency,

consistency, and scalability while empowering teams, enhancing user experiences, and

ensuring strong governance. Simply put, the UiPath Platform is one of the best places to build,

test, and deploy enterprise-grade agents.”

At the Summit, viewers will learn how to unlock and accelerate agentic automation initiatives

with AI agents that are equipped with enterprise-grade tools and capabilities, orchestrated in

complex, end-to-end workflows with robots and human-in-the-loop.

The Summit features experts from UiPath and customers such as WEX, State Street, and

Adobe discussing a range of in-demand topics that can help automation professionals, business

leaders, and knowledge workers understand the benefits of agentic automation. WEX, a

provider of payment processing and information management services, will discuss how it is

using the UiPath Platform to build, test, and deploy enterprise-grade agents to transform

business processes, in part to enhance sales team preparation and document processing.

“Agentic automation enables us to make informed decisions and quickly adapt to business

changes for rapid scaling. Its integration in call centers consolidates automations, streamlines

processes, and empowers agents to use natural language,” said Emily Krohne, Enterprise




Automation Principal at WEX. “This solution recognizes requests, triggers appropriate

automations, and lightens the load on our workforce.”

Ashraf El Zarka, Vice President and Managing Director, Middle East and Africa at UiPath,

said: "Businesses in the Middle East are moving beyond basic automation and actively investing

in AI-driven solutions that solve real challenges. With AI expected to contribute $320 billion to

the region’s economy by 2030, we see strong demand for technologies that simplify operations

and deliver real value. Agentic Automation makes this possible by combining AI agents, robots,

and people to improve decision-making and efficiency at scale. The Agentic AI Summit is a

chance for businesses to see how they can use AI agents to work smarter, reduce complexity,

and drive meaningful results."

The summit will describe building trustworthy, governed enterprise agents within the UiPath

Platform with specific sessions on Agentic Orchestration, Agentic Testing, and Agent Builder.

The Agentic AI Summit will close with the session, “From inception to execution: The path to an

orchestrated enterprise,” that will discuss the future of the orchestrated enterprise and will

explore the latest AI research and agentic innovations that will profoundly transform

organizations, empower the people who work in them, and change the nature of work itself.

Use case sessions will include:

 Industry deep-dive: putting agentic automation to work in banking, financial services,

healthcare, and manufacturing

 Department deep-dive: how agentic automation is transforming finance, legal, and

human resources

 Application testing deep-dive: transforming SAP and SAP S/4HANA migration testing

with AI

 Process intelligence: leverage AI-powered insights for data-driven decisions on impactful

transformation opportunities

UiPath Agentic Automation offerings

UiPath offers customers a single platform to understand and construct agentic solutions with a

thorough understanding of key foundational components and the interplay between them. Its

agentic offerings include:

 Agentic Orchestration: now in public preview, UiPath Agentic Orchestration serves as

the nerve center to meticulously coordinate processes involving UiPath-built or third-

party agents, robots, people and harmonizes all elements within an automation

ecosystem. It functions as the conductor in the grand symphony of business processes,

orchestrating the roles of robots, agents, and people in end-to-end implementations. The

average large company operates over 175 enterprise applications, each with its own

data, processes, and decision-making frameworks. Without a structured, orchestrated

approach, AI agents become just another layer of complexity that leads to more

inefficiency, siloed decisions, and operational risk. Agentic Orchestration makes it

possible for enterprises to take control of their agentic processes by assigning tasks,




managing interactions across systems, and maintaining governance over AI-powered

decisions.

 Agent Builder: The company also recently announced UiPath Agent Builder, which

offers a guided experience for building, testing, and launching ecosystem-agnostic, data-

grounded AI agents. These agents handle complex workflows, provide autonomous

decision-making, and integrate various enterprise tools and applications at scale. Agent

Builder features include from-scratch agent creation, pre-built templates, testing tools,

API deployment, and seamless workflow integration.

At the summit, UiPath will also announce the launch of UiPath Test Cloud, a revolutionary new

approach to software testing that uses advanced AI to amplify tester productivity across the

entire testing lifecycle to help customers achieve greater efficiency and cost savings. Through

Test Cloud, agentic testing for software testing teams becomes a reality, equipping

professionals with agents such as UiPath Autopilot™ and testing agents built with Agent Builder

to act as collaborative partners throughout the entire testing lifecycle. By augmenting testers

with AI, businesses can test more software, reduce costs, and improve accuracy to accelerate

time-to-value and deliver high-quality software to customers.

Register here for the UiPath Agentic AI Summit on March 25. The event will be broadcast at:

10:00 am GMT.

Saudi German Health leads in region with ACHSI accreditation for 30 Centres of Excellence

 

18 March 2025- Saudi German Health (SGH), one of the leading healthcare providers in the region, received accreditation from the Australian Council on Healthcare Standards International (ACHSI) for 18 new Centres of Excellence across its hospitals in Saudi Arabia. This addition represents an exceptional milestone for SGH, raising the total number of accredited centres to 30, the highest in the region. 

The newly accredited centres specialise in emergency medicine, diagnostics, interventional radiology, and outpatient surgeries. This achievement underscores SGH’s steadfast commitment to providing medical excellence, innovation, and patient-centred care in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030.

Dr. Ahmed Shebl, Group CEO of Saudi German Health, said: “Receiving ACHSI accreditation for 18 additional Centres of Excellence is a testament to our commitment to elevating healthcare standards across the region. With 30 accredited Centres of Excellence now under our management, we are reinforcing our leading position in the healthcare sector by prioritising patient-focused services and maintaining exceptional medical standards. This achievement aligns with our guiding principle of ‘Caring like Family’ to continually enhance patient outcomes through accessible and innovative healthcare solutions.”

With an extensive network of 22 medical facilities across the Middle East and North Africa, more than 3,900 beds across all hospitals and over 9,000 dedicated employees, SGH continues investing in cutting-edge medical advancements, international partnerships, and ongoing education to enhance healthcare excellence. The organisation’s strong commitment to value-based healthcare (VBHC) ensures optimised healthcare resources and improved patient satisfaction.

Moreover, SGH has established itself as a cornerstone of regional healthcare with its 35 years of industry excellence. It provides world-class care to over 2.5 million patients annually across 44 medical specialties. This new accreditation further reinforces its long-standing industry leadership in fostering healthcare innovation and transformation.

Merck Foundation Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Honors Excellence in Research: Winners of Merck Foundation Africa Research Summit (MARS) 2024 for Best African Women and Young Researchers announced

 

The winners of ‘Best African women Researchers Awards’ and ‘Best Young African Researcher Awards’ will be enrolled into research training at a premier research institute in India

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ABUJA, Nigeria, March 17, 2025/ -- Merck Foundation announced the winners of Merck Foundation Africa Research Summit – MARS Awards winners 2024, 5 Researchers from 5 different African Countries recognized under two categories - Best African Women Researchers and Best Young African Researchers. Merck Foundation also announced the Call for Applications for new edition of Merck Foundation Africa Research Summit – MARS Awards 2025 to empower Women and Youth in STEM in Africa with special focus on ‘The Role of Scientific Research in Women Health and Reproductive Care’. Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, announced the Winners of Merck Foundation Africa Research Summit (MARS) Awards 2024, in partnership with International Federation of Fertility Societies -IFFS, Africa Reproductive Care Society - ARCS, Manipal University and African Union Scientific Technical Research Commission to recognize African Researchers for their valuable research work and contribution to empowering women and youth in STEM in Africa with special focus on ‘The Role of Scientific Research in Women Health and Reproductive Care’. Senator Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and Chairperson of Merck Foundation Africa Research Summit - MARS expressed, “Since 2016, I have taken immense pride in recognizing the achievements of our MARS Awards winners. This year, we honor Six Winners in two categories: ‘Best African Women Researchers Awards’ and ‘Best African Young Researchers Awards.’ These awards celebrate their significant contributions to research, particularly highlighting the efforts of African women researchers, who remain underrepresented in this field. Through the MARS Awards, our mission is to empower young researchers in Africa and to specifically encourage and support women researchers by enhancing their research capabilities and promoting their vital roles in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics).” The winners of ‘Best African women Researchers Awards’ and ‘Best Young African Researcher Awards’ will be enrolled into research training at a premier research institute in India. “And I am also very happy to share with you all that as promised, we provided an opportunity to our first-place winner of each category to attend the 11th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary which was recently conducted in Tanzania, however, only Mr. Jules Irenge Mongane was able to attend it”, shared Senator Rasha Kelej. Merck Foundation is committed to improving the lives of people and has been transforming the Patient care landscape and making history together with its partners in Africa, Asia, and beyond, by providing 2080 Scholarships for doctors from 52 Countries in 44 critical and underserved medical specialties. The MARS 2024 Award Winners are: Winners of “MARS Best Women African Researchers Awards” 2024 Nompumelelo   Lebogang     Malaza, SOUTH AFRICA (First Position) TOPIC: Association Between Biochemical And Epigenetic Markers With Glycaemic Control And Neonatal Outcomes In Diabetic Pregnancies Dorotheah Obiri, GHANA (Second Position) TOPIC: Immune dysregulation in placental malaria and hypertensive disorders of pregnancy Winners of “MARS Best Young African Researchers Awards” 2024 Jules Irenge Mongane, DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF THE CONGO (First Position) TOPIC: Association Between Bacterial Vaginosis, Chlamydia Trachomatis Infection And Tubal Factor Infertility In Bukavu, Democratic Republic Of Congo Christian Chassem Lapue, GABON (Second Position) TOPIC: Epidemiology of helminthiases in women of reproductive age living in Lambaréné and its surroundings, Gabon Gebrhud Berihu Haile, ETHIOPIA (Second Position) TOPIC: Incidence of neonatal mortality and factors influencing neonate survival in  neonatal intensive care unit in Northern Ethiopia: a prospective cohort study “I am also excited to announce the Call for Applications for the new edition of the Merck Foundation Africa Research Summit (MARS) Awards 2024. This year, special focus will be again on “The Role of Scientific Research in Women Health and Reproductive Care,” added Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej. Merck Foundation Africa Research Summit - MARS 2025 will have scientific support from African Union Scientific-Technical and Research Commission (AU-STRC); African Reproductive Care Society (ARCS), and Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE). Details for MARS AWARDS 2025 Abstracts are invited from final year African PhD students and young investigators involved in research related to either of the following topics: 1) Women Health 2) Infertility and Reproductive Health All applicants should be primarily based at African Research Institutes and Universities, although collaboration within Africa as well as outside is also welcome. Last Date of Submission: Applications can be submitted till 30th June 2025 How to apply: Apply by clicking: https://apo-opa.co/4isHnAO Alternatively, the Applications and abstracts can be submitted via email to mars@merck-foundation.com, along with CV (including Name, Gender, Country, University/Hospital Name, Email address, Mobile Number) and the abstract document as an attachment. Other Details: All Abstracts will be peer reviewed. Research Awards will be dedicated for two categories of Best African Women Researchers and Best Young Africa Researchers. Winners will be eligible for Research Training in prestigious Research Institute in India. Top Winners will be invited to attend the 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025.

Clinical Experience During Med School: Why It’s Important

 

Dr. Robert Grant, Senior Associate Dean of Clinical Studies at St. George’s University School of Medicine, Grenada, West Indies

In the dynamic field of healthcare, the real test of a medical student's proficiency lies not just in theoretical knowledge, but in the application of this knowledge through clinical exposure. Clinical experience forms the core of medical education, bridging the gap between classroom learning and real-world patient care. The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) reports that physicians, nurses, and students in the health profession are increasingly looking for hands-on training. Experts note that this reflects a shift in health education from lecture-based learning to more experiential opportunities to better develop hands-on skills, real-world problem-solving, and interprofessional teamwork. 

 

The Crucial Role of Clinical Rotations

 

As educators and healthcare leaders, investing in clinical education ensures that the upcoming generation of physicians are equipped to tackle the intricate problems of modern healthcare. This commitment means more than just financial support; it also involves building challenging curricula, setting up extensive clinical training programs, and creating an environment that encourages experiential, practical learning. This holistic approach to medical training ultimately leads to improved patient outcomes, advancements in medical research, and a more adaptable and resilient healthcare system. Following are the importance of clinical education in the medical field. 

 

• Theoretical Knowledge: Students study medical concepts and theories in the classroom. Whereas patient interactions, diagnostic reasoning, and treatment planning bring these concepts to life, they are most evident in clinical settings. This hands-on application enhances understanding and retention of medical knowledge.

 

• Develop Clinical Skills: Medical professionals can mentor students during clinical rotations while they hone critical clinical skills. Becoming a skilled and compassionate healthcare worker requires these core qualities.

 

• Understanding Patient-Centered Care: Clinical rotations highlight the significance of patient-centered care, which extends beyond medical procedures. Students gain empathy, excellent communication skills, and respect for the autonomy of their patients—elements that are essential for building trust and collaboration in healthcare relationships.

 

• Address Complex Healthcare Systems: Healthcare delivery involves navigating intricate systems and interdisciplinary teamwork.Students learn about the dynamics of interdisciplinary care teams, ethics, and healthcare administration through clinical rotations.

 

Learning Beyond the Classroom

Clinical experience extends far beyond academic learning, shaping the holistic development of medical students. Through clinical rotations, students undergo profound professional identity formation as they witness first-hand duties and difficulties that come with practising medicine. These experiences inculcate values of integrity, accountability, and ongoing learning, preparing them comprehensively for their future roles as physicians.

In addition, clinical rotations provide invaluable exposure to diverse specialties ranging from  pediatrics, surgery, and beyond. Students get the opportunity to encounter a wide spectrum of patient demographics and healthcare environments, this in turn allows them to explore their personal interests and career goals. This diversity not only broadens their perspectives but also cultivates cultural competence and adaptability necessary for modern healthcare practice. SGU’s med students can complete their training at one of more than 75 hospital sites and clinical centers in the United States or United Kingdom. Students' competitiveness is increased by the strong clinical foundations they gain throughout rotations, which also ensure that they are ready to tackle the requirements of residency applications and further medical education.

The Future of Clinical Education

As medical education progresses, integrating innovative approaches into clinical rotations is becoming increasingly crucial.  Using technology to its full potential, including telemedicine, digital health platforms, and virtual simulations, enhances clinical teaching by giving students immersive experiences that ensure they are ready for changing healthcare practices. In addition, clinical rotations in global health and underprivileged communities are essential for increasing cultural competency and advancing health equity, which is a cornerstone of contemporary medical education. Effective mentorship and guidance during clinical rotations are crucial in nurturing students' professional growth, offering guidance, constructive feedback, and mentorship that enhance their clinical skills and prepare them for future medical practice.

أهمية الخبرة العملية أثناء دراسة الطب بقلم الدكتور روبرت جرانت، العميد المشارك الأول للدراسات السريرية في كلية الطب بجامعة سانت جورج في غرينادا

أهمية الخبرة العملية أثناء دراسة الطب

بقلم الدكتور روبرت جرانت، العميد المشارك الأول للدراسات السريرية في كلية الطب بجامعة سانت جورج في غرينادا

في مجال الرعاية الصحية الذي يتسم بالديناميكية، لا يكمن الاختبار الحقيقي لكفاءة طالب الطب في المعرفة النظرية فحسب، بل في تطبيق هذه المعرفة من خلال التجربة العملية. تشكل الخبرة العملية جوهر التعليم الطبي، حيث تعمل على سد الفجوة بين التعلم في الفصول الدراسية ورعاية المرضى على أرض الواقع، حيث تفيد تقارير رابطة كليات الطب الأمريكية (AAMC) أن الأطباء والممرضين والطلاب في مهنة الصحة يبحثون بشكل متزايد عن التدريب العملي، بينما يشير الخبراء إلى أن هذا التوجه يعكس تحولًا في التعليم الطبي من التعلم القائم على المحاضرات إلى المزيد من الفرص التجريبية لتطوير المهارات العملية بشكل أفضل، وحل المشكلات الواقعية والعمل التشاركي بين مختلف التخصصات.

الدور الهام لدورات التدريب العملية

كمعلمين وقادة في مجال الرعاية الصحية، فإن الاستثمار في التعليم العملي يضمن جاهزية الجيل القادم من الأطباء لمعالجة المشكلات المعقدة للرعاية الصحية الحديثة. وهذا الالتزام يعني أكثر من مجرد الدعم المالي؛ فهو ينطوي كذلك على بناء مناهج دراسية مليئة بالتحديات، وإنشاء برامج تدريب عملية واسعة النطاق، وخلق بيئة تشجع على التعلم التجريبي والعملي. يؤدي هذا النهج الشامل للتدريب الطبي في نهاية المطاف إلى تحسين نتائج المرضى، والتقدم في البحوث الطبية، ونظام رعاية صحية أكثر قدرة على التكيف والمرونة. وفيما يلي شرح لأهمية التعليم العملي في المجال الطبي. المعرفة النظرية: يدرس الطلاب المفاهيم والنظريات الطبية في الفصل الدراسي. وفي حين أن التفاعل مع المرضى، والتفكير التشخيصي، وتخطيط العلاج تعمل على إحياء هذه المفاهيم، فإنها تكون أكثر وضوحاً في البيئات العملية، إذ يرسخ التطبيق العملي فهم المعرفة الطبية والاحتفاظ بها.

تطوير المهارات العملية: يستطيع المتخصصون الطبيون إرشاد الطلاب أثناء دورات التدريب العملية بينما يقومون بصقل مهاراتهم العملية الهامة، إذ إن التحول إلى مختص ماهر في الرعاية الصحية يتطلب هذه الصفات الأساسية.

فهم الرعاية المركزة على المرضى: تسلط دورات التدريب العملية الضوء على أهمية الرعاية المرتكزة على المريض، والتي تمتد إلى ما هو أبعد من الإجراءات الطبية، إذ يكتسب الطلاب التعاطف ومهارات التواصل المتميزة واحترام استقلالية مرضاهم، والتي تعد عناصر ضرورية لبناء الثقة والتعاون في علاقات الرعاية الصحية.

فهم أنظمة الرعاية الصحية المعقدة: يتضمن تقديم الرعاية الصحية الجيدة فهم الأنظمة المعقدة والعمل التشاركي متعدد التخصصات. ويتعلم الطلاب المزيد عن ديناميكيات فرق الرعاية متعددة التخصصات والأخلاقيات وإدارة الرعاية الصحية من خلال التناوب في التدريب العملي.

تجربة تعليمية تتجاوز قاعات المحاضرات

تمتد الخبرة العملية إلى ما هو أبعد من التعلم الأكاديمي، وتشكل مسار التطور الشامل لطلاب الطب. من خلال دورات التدريب العملية، يخضع الطلاب لتدريب يمكنهم من اكتساب هوية مهنية دقيقة يتعرفون من خلالها إلى المهام والصعوبات المباشرة التي ترافق ممارسة الطب. وتغرس هذه التجارب قيم النزاهة والمساءلة والتعلم المستمر، وتسهم في إعدادهم بشكل شامل لأدوارهم المستقبلية كأطباء.

بالإضافة إلى ذلك، توفر دورات التدريب العملية تجربة قيّمة تُطلع الطلاب على حالات متنوعة في تخصصات طبية تتراوح بين طب الأطفال والجراحة وغيرها. يحصل الطلاب على فرصة قيمة للتعرف على مجموعة واسعة من الخصائص السكانية للمرضى وبيئات الرعاية الصحية، وهذا بدوره يسمح لهم باستكشاف اهتماماتهم الشخصية وأهدافهم المهنية. ولا تقتصر ميزة هذا التنوع على التوسع في آفاقهم وحسب، بل ينمي لديهم المهارات والتكيف الثقافي الضروري لممارسة الرعاية الصحية الحديثة. ويمكن لطلاب الطب بجامعة سانت جورج إكمال تدريبهم في واحد من أكثر من 75 موقعًا من المستشفيات والمراكز السريرية في الولايات المتحدة أو المملكة المتحدة . وتزداد القدرة التنافسية للطلاب من خلال الأسس العملية المتينة التي يكتسبونها خلال تلك الدورات العملية، والتي تضمن أيضاً استعدادهم للتعامل مع متطلبات طلبات الإقامة والتعليم الطبي المستمر.

مستقبل التعليم الطبي العملي

مع تقدم التعليم الطبي، أصبح دمج الأساليب المبتكرة في دورات التدريب العملية أمراً بالغ الأهمية، حيث إن استخدام التكنولوجيا إلى أقصى إمكاناتها، بما في ذلك التطبيب عن بعد ومنصات الصحة الرقمية والمحاكاة الافتراضية، يعزز التدريس العملي من خلال اجتياز الطلاب لتجارب غامرة تضمن استعدادهم لتغيير ممارسات الرعاية الصحية. كما تعد دورات التدريب العملية في مجال الصحة العالمية والمجتمعات الأكثر هشاشة ضرورية لزيادة الكفاءة الثقافية وتعزيز العدالة الصحية، وهو حجر الزاوية في التعليم الطبي المعاصر. كما يعد الإرشاد والتوجيه الفعال أثناء الدورات العملية عنصراً جوهرياً في تعزيز النمو المهني للطلاب، وتقديم التوجيه والملاحظات البناءة والإرشاد الذي يعزز مهاراتهم العملية ويسهم في إعدادهم للممارسة الطبية مستقبلاً.