Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – 12 May 2024: HealthPlus Network of Specialty Centers, a Mubadala Health Partner, hosted the third Primary Care Conference on Friday, 12 May 2023 at the Abu Dhabi EDITION Hotel. The conference discussed topics relevant to primary care practices in the region, in line with the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi’s objective of enhancing their commitment to providing patient-centric, high-quality healthcare services to all its communities.
Following the success of the second Primary Care Conference, the new edition addressed the latest updates and trends in primary and secondary care. Local, regional, and international experts gathered together to share knowledge, recent breakthroughs, interventions, technologies, and developments in their respective fields. The event aimed to enhance patient care and improve patient outcomes, build community awareness, promote transitional research, and present the latest clinical primary care research to the UAE's allied health community.
The conference strengthened the UAE’s capacity to track and monitor progress in the field of primary healthcare and promote alignment with national and global monitoring frameworks. Discussions included topics related to family health, Abu Dhabi public health, chronic disease, pediatrics, gynecology, cardiology, sleep medicine, psychology, geriatric medicine, endocrinology, ophthalmology, and vascular medicine.
Dr. Samina Ahmad, Conference Chair, Family Medicine Consultant and Medical Director at HealthPlus Family Centers, Abu Dhabi, said: “Building on the success of the second edition of the conference, this year’s installment had excellent discussions on issues pertinent to primary care practices in UAE. The conference shed light on advanced insights into the identification of diagnostic, prognostic, and treatment needs for different specialties while sharing key learnings with caregivers. We believe primary care requires both competent and passionate general physicians focused on the prevention and early detection of diseases in primary and secondary care settings.”
Safeya Al Maqtari, Deputy Chief Operating Officer at Mubadala Health and Board Member at UEMS, Abu Dhabi, said: “We are proud to bring back HealthPlus’ Primary Care Conference. It underscores the importance of advancing conversations around healthcare innovation and patient-centered care. Now more than ever, it is critical that we come together as a community to explore new ideas and approaches to improve health outcomes and enhance patient experiences here in the UAE and beyond.”
Keynote speakers and distinguished guests included Dr. Favas Thaivalappil, Consultant Pulmonology & Sleep Medicine, Head of Sleep Center, Healthpoint Hospital; Dr. Fadhel Al Ateeqi, Consultant Pediatric Gastroenterologist at Danat Al Emarat Hospital; Dr. Bahaa Shaathl, Nephrologist and Internal Medicine Consultant, Imperial College London Diabetes Centre; Dr. Hala Ahmadieh, Consultant, Diabetes & Endocrinology, HealthPlus Diabetes & Endocrinology Centre; Dr. Mumtaz Meeran, Senior Specialist at Health Promotion, the Abu Dhabi Public Health Center; Dr. Tibor Kovacs, Division Chief of Breast Surgery at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi; Dr. Shweta Narang, Medical Director & Director of Clinical Operations at the National Reference Laboratory; and Dr. Mustafa Marashde, EMR Adoption and Informatics Specialist from Malaffi.
The conference welcomed physicians specializing in: family medicine, general medicine, internal medicine, pediatrics, psychiatry, podiatry, public health, the spectrum of subspecialties, as well as nurses, allied health professionals, pharmacists, clinical staff, and dentists.
The conference was accredited by the Department of Health for seven CME hours.

• Hasan Jasem Al Nowais was ranked fifth across the Middle East, and placed first across companies based in the UAE
• UAE dominates the list with 25 of the 50 leaders based in the emirates, including five from Abu Dhabi

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.”

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 16^th June 2021: Mubadala Health, the integrated healthcare network of Mubadala Investment Company, today announced the acquisition of a 60% stake in United Eastern Medical Services (UEMedical) from Jadwa Investment and United Eastern Group (UEG). UEMedical owns and operates multiple hospitals and clinics specializing in women’s health, family medicine, pediatrics, fertility, eye care, dentistry and dermatology in the UAE and KSA.

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.