AI in Healthcare: A Game-Changer, Not a Replacement
Mina Hamoodi, head of healthcare at Mubadala, shared exciting insights about AI’s role in healthcare at the World Economic Forum in Davos. While AI technology is making waves, it’s not about replacing doctors, but rather optimizing healthcare services.
Addressing Global Healthcare Challenges
Mubadala sees AI as a tool to tackle global healthcare challenges. With rising demand, an aging population, and the increase in chronic diseases, AI is set to alleviate pressures on public healthcare systems worldwide.
Gradual Integration of AI in Healthcare
Ms. Hamoodi emphasized that the integration of AI would be gradual. Instead of replacing doctors, it will augment their abilities to optimize healthcare processes. The focus will be on thoughtful adoption to enhance patient care.
AI in Disease Diagnosis
AI’s potential in diagnostics is growing, particularly in analyzing medical scans. AI can be trained on thousands of images, speeding up diagnoses and improving accuracy.
Mubadala’s AI Investments
Mubadala is investing in companies that integrate AI into healthcare. Their investment in Evotec, a company using AI in drug development, is a prime example of how they’re advancing the future of healthcare.
Tackling Healthcare Costs with AI
In the U.S., administrative complexities cost the healthcare system nearly $1 trillion annually. AI solutions like Zelis—an AI-powered platform—are helping simplify and reduce healthcare costs, improving the financial journey for patients.
Mubadala’s Global Healthcare Investments
Mubadala's healthcare investments span from U.S. and Europe to Asia, with a focus on high-growth sectors like pharma and biotech. The aim is to support companies bringing new, innovative healthcare products to market.
Transforming the UAE Healthcare System
Mubadala has worked to upgrade the UAE healthcare system by establishing cutting-edge facilities like Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, bringing world-class care to the region and eliminating the need for patients to travel abroad for complex cases.
A Milestone in Cancer Care
In 2023, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi opened the Fatima bint Mubarak Centre for cancer care. This milestone symbolizes the transformation of healthcare quality in the UAE, offering specialized care of the highest standards.
The Future of Healthcare in the UAE and Beyond
Mina Hamoodi's vision is clear: through AI, investment in innovation, and partnerships, Mubadala is helping shape a future-ready healthcare system in the UAE and beyond.