Dubai: Dubai Health and Johnson and Johnson MedTech have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) establishing a collaborative framework to advance professional education, drive sustainability initiatives, and support digital innovation in healthcare.
According to Emirates News Agency, the MoU was signed by Dr. Hanan Al Suwaidi, Deputy CEO and Chief Academic Officer of Dubai Health and Provost of Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU), and Prosun Niyogi, Vice President and General Manager, Surgery Emerging Markets representing Johnson and Johnson MedTech. The signing was attended by Dr. Tarek Fathey, Chief Clinical Officer at Dubai Health.
The collaboration is structured around three core pillars. The first focuses on professional education and capacity building through tailored training programmes and train-the-trainer initiatives. The second advances sustainable development by expanding recycling programs across selected hospitals. The third supports the implementation of digital ecosystems that enable surgical video capture, secure content sharing, collaborative case planning, and telepresence-enabled remote collaboration and education.
Dr. Hanan Al Suwaidi noted that the strategic partnership with Johnson and Johnson MedTech reflects their commitment to healthcare excellence through purpose-driven partnerships. The vision is to advance health for humanity by building a framework that will enhance professional education, promote sustainability, and support digital innovation across their integrated academic health system.
Dr. Tarek Fathey expressed that the collaboration represents a significant milestone in advancing clinical practice across Dubai Health through the integration of advanced digital technologies into surgical environments and clinical education. It enhances precision in medical decision-making, strengthens multidisciplinary team capabilities, and ultimately contributes to improved patient outcomes.
Prosun Niyogi highlighted Dubai Health's 'Patient First' promise, which aligns with the principle that guides Johnson and Johnson MedTech: putting the needs of patients above all else. The partnership allows for pioneering new models of professional education, advancing sustainable healthcare practices, and connecting clinicians through digital innovation.
The collaboration reflects a shared commitment to driving progress in healthcare through knowledge exchange, innovation, and strategic partnership, ultimately supporting better outcomes for patients and communities.