Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi performs UAE’s first robotic-assisted SEEG procedure
Matthew Brady
The robotic system enables millimetric precision in planning and executing electrode placement, reducing risks and improving diagnostic accuracy.
Matthew Brady
Brunei launches AI-powered national programme to prevent cardiovascular disease
The CARDIO4Cities programme builds on Brunei’s existing digital health platform, BruHealth, and seeks to use population-wide data and AI to identify high-risk individuals early.
Vinmec performs rare total elbow megaprosthesis, restoring function after 27 years
Using in-house 3D technology, Vinmec surgeons recreated a patient’s elbow virtually, designing a prosthesis customised to his condition, marking a milestone in Vietnam’s orthopedic surgery.
JD Health combines AI and top-tier doctors to transform check-up centres
JD Health is accelerating the rollout of AI across its physical examination centres in China, aiming to improve efficiency and the overall quality of patient care.
South Korea speeds up market entry for internationally evaluated medical devices
Under the revised system, medical technologies using devices that have undergone international-level clinical evaluations are classified as medical technologies that can enter the market immediately.
Mass General Brigham to host Healthcare Innovation Acceleration Day at WHX 2026
Mass General Brigham will present its MESH healthcare innovation programme at WHX 2026 on 10 February in Dubai.
Altibbi and Zain Saudi Arabia launch in-app telehealth service
The platform integrates Altibbi’s network of more than 240 accredited physicians, who can diagnose conditions and issue digital prescriptions that can be filled at pharmacies nationwide.
Unisound to launch healthcare AI hub in Guangxi to serve ASEAN region
The Chinese AI company is building a dedicated R&D and operations team in Nanning, with a focus on connecting to broader ASEAN markets.
Department of Health – Abu Dhabi, WEF partner on intelligent health systems
Focus areas include healthy longevity, intelligent health systems for public policy, and large-scale use of digital, data and AI in healthcare.