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ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)
Since its launch, the Global AI Healthcare Academy has trained 3,750 healthcare professionals from the emirate’s healthcare sector. Participants have completed training programmes and courses designed to enhance their AI capabilities and effectively upskill their proficiency in cutting-edge technologies.
The academy was launched by the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH) during Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week in May 2024, in collaboration with the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI), to further strengthen Abu Dhabi as a leading destination for healthcare and life sciences, while advancing its position at the forefront of technology-enabled and data-driven healthcare systems. The institution aims to prepare an AI-trained workforce that supports diagnostic and operational efficiency, significantly improving the health and wellbeing of the community.
The healthcare professionals have participated in training sessions covering vital subjects, such as AI for radiology, cardiology, and more advanced data analytics and prediction techniques. This includes educational courses designed for both senior executives and operational staff within the healthcare ecosystem.
Dr Rashed Obaid Alsuwaidi, Executive Director of Healthcare Workforce Planning Sector, DoH, said: “Today, the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi proudly celebrates our successful collaboration with our esteemed partners at the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence. This initiative underscores the department’s commitment to empowering and enabling healthcare professionals with the latest knowledge and tools required to enhance the quality and efficiency of healthcare services delivered within Abu Dhabi. By equipping our workforce with the latest cutting-edge AI technologies, we aim to further advance diagnostics and personalised medical management. The academy will play a pivotal role in keeping the emirate’s healthcare professionals updated on relevant developments in this rapidly evolving sector, further cementing Abu Dhabi’s position as a leading healthcare destination globally, while safeguarding the safety and wellbeing of the community.”
Sultan Al Hajji, Vice President of Public Affairs and Alumni Relations, MBZUAI, said: “We are proud to work with the DoH to launch the Global AI Healthcare Academy. As a leading institution in AI research for personalised medicine and predictive diagnostics, MBZUAI is committed to equipping healthcare professionals with the expertise to deliver smarter and more precise care. Through the academy, we are supporting Abu Dhabi’s vision to build a pioneering healthcare ecosystem where AI-driven insights directly enhance patient outcomes and health management. This collaboration not only strengthens our local healthcare capabilities, but also positions Abu Dhabi as a global leader in AI-powered health innovation, setting new benchmarks for the future of healthcare.”
The Global AI Healthcare Academy aims to elevate the sector's AI capabilities by integrating education with research and innovation, expanding knowledge, and fostering groundbreaking discoveries. These efforts will encourage public-private partnerships, foster collaboration to secure ample funding, and ensure ongoing sustainability, positioning the Academy for long-term success and supporting responsible and impactful innovation.
