ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)
PureHealth has launched a new hybrid technology platform enabling improved access to healthcare services in remote areas. The platform is now operational in Al Dhafra following a pilot programme offering patients medical consultations at SEHA-affiliated remote clinics from doctors who are situated at PureHealth’s flagship hospitals.
The clinics are equipped with telepresence facilities so doctors can conduct thorough examinations remotely with the support of on-ground medical specialists, thereby ensuring timely healthcare for more isolated communities without compromising quality of care.
The initiative, facilitated by PureHealth’s subsidiary SEHA, aligns with the group’s vision to harness digital innovations to establish new standards of excellence in healthcare and ensure equal healthcare access for all members of UAE society.
Rashed Al Qubaisi, Group Chief Operating Officer at PureHealth, said: “PureHealth’s strategy is to take healthcare to the cloud, across Abu Dhabi, the UAE, the region, and beyond. Through advancing the future of healthcare with digital technologies, PureHealth is committed to improving accessibility to healthcare and promoting better health outcomes. This hybrid platform will help scale medical coverage, ultimately improving lives, offering better patient experiences, enhancing diagnostics, and elevating the overall standard of care in Abu Dhabi in line with the leadership’s vision.”
The programme functions as a virtual network of SEHA specialists plugged into affiliated clinics across the emirate. Once patients arrive at the remote clinics, on-site staff link them with their doctor remotely and conduct tests where necessary. SEHA doctors then remotely capture health monitoring and image data using precision biomedical devices and peripherals, delivering real-time medical expertise, diagnosis, and high-quality patient care.
The platform’s capabilities are enhanced by a variety of digital diagnostic tools, including video scopes and digital stethoscopes, which allow for comprehensive remote assessments. The hybrid facilities primarily facilitate consultations for conditions that require the attention of specialists and includes, but is not limited to, chronic diseases (such as diabetes and hypertension), specialist consultants in areas such as cardiology, neurology, endocrinology, and oncology, follow-up consultations for ongoing treatment, as well as remote monitoring and management of critical conditions.
In addition to improving healthcare accessibility, the platform contributes significantly to environmental sustainability by reducing the need for travel and lowering carbon emissions in line with PureHealth’s commitment to achieving net zero by 2040.
The inclusion of video conferencing technology not only enhances communication clarity between patients and providers but also integrates seamlessly with existing healthcare platforms. This helps improve collaboration among medical professionals and enhances continuity of care, establishing the platform as a credible and modern healthcare solution.
The booking process is centralised, meaning patients can request appointments as they normally would in order to use the service and visit a remote clinic.
PureHealth is at the forefront of reshaping the future of healthcare, blending technology and data in a strategic fusion that extends across its extensive network. This network includes hospitals, clinics, numerous diagnostic centres, insurance solutions, pharmacies, health technology, and procurement services. Through these initiatives, PureHealth reinforces its position as a leader in the pursuit of longevity science and the transformation of healthcare systems.