e& UAE, the telecommunications arm of e&, has sealed a partnership with the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH), the regulator of the healthcare sector in Abu Dhabi.
The MoU, signed at GITEX Global 2024, aims to elevate connectivity of healthcare facilities through Sahatna, an integrated mobile app that empowers residents to stay healthy.
The agreement was signed by Ibrahim Al Jallaf, Executive Director of Digital Health at DoH and Haitham Abdulrazzak, Chief Business Officer of e& UAE, in the presence of Dr. Noura Khamis Al Ghaithi, Under-Secretary of DoH.
Under the partnership, e& UAE will support the application using SD-WAN technology solution, allowing the app to effortlessly link with healthcare facilities across Abu Dhabi. This will further enhance information exchange between facilities and patients, ensuring smooth and efficient healthcare journey.
The integrated-mobile app offers simple and convenient access to a diverse array of health and wellness services, such as appointment booking, teleconsultations, access to health records and wellness and lifestyle genomic reports and many other advanced features.
Ibrahim Al Jallaf Executive Director of Digital Health – DoH
“With the ongoing support of the UAE’s wise leadership and the dedication of our valued partners, we continue to establish a robust digital healthcare infrastructure in Abu Dhabi. With patients at the core of DoH’s priorities, we are now introducing innovative solutions like Sahatna, which unites our healthcare ecosystem to improve access, elevate care quality, and deliver personalized health services for everyone. Abu Dhabi is steadily strengthening its global standing as a leading healthcare hub, driving advancements in patient care and public health management. At the Department of Health– Abu Dhabi, our commitment lies in fostering a vibrant and healthy community, empowering our people to live better, healthier and more fulfilled lives.”
Haitham Abdulrazzak Chief Business Officer, e& UAE, stated that, “Our partnership with the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi marks a significant step forward in transforming healthcare access. Through Sahatna, we are combining AI-driven insights and SD-WAN technology to provide patients with timely, reliable, and personalized support. This app is at the core of our vision to redefine healthcare by creating a smarter, more responsive ecosystem that empowers individuals to make informed decisions and achieve better health outcomes.”
Sahatna focuses on the unique health requirements of the Emirate’s community, ensuring a healthier future for all residents. This initiative highlights the Department’s commitment to harnessing the power of data to create the world’s most intelligent, patient-centric healthcare system.
The Sahatna app strives to enhance the healthcare experience in Abu Dhabi for both residents and visitors. Users simply need to connect their smart devices to the app to monitor their wellbeing. In addition to analyzing users’ activity history, the app also offers personalized wellness goals, empowering users to stay healthy.
