DHA boosts patient data security with AI

Dubai Health Authority (DHA) announced on Sunday the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) within the “NABIDH” system to enhance patient data security and privacy, in cooperation with Imprivata.

This milestone reflects DHA’s leadership in digital health transformation and its commitment to adopting advanced digital healthcare solutions, reinforcing patient trust and strengthening Dubai’s position as a global hub for digital transformation.

The announcement was made during a special event attended by Awadh Seghayer Al Ketbi, Director-General of DHA, alongside leading healthcare officials, decision-makers, and technology experts, to discuss the future of digital healthcare in Dubai.

Al Ketbi highlighted the Authority’s strong commitment to safeguarding patient data and privacy through a sustainable strategic approach that embraces cutting-edge technologies. This, he noted, significantly enhances the efficiency of the healthcare system, creating a patient experience built on trust in the management of health data.

He stated that integrating AI into the “NABIDH” system demonstrates DHA’s dedication to establishing a safer, more efficient, and sustainable digital healthcare environment that meets patients’ evolving needs.

Al Ketbi emphasised DHA’s efforts in building a comprehensive healthcare system that adheres to the highest global standards in patient data protection.

He also reaffirmed DHA’s commitment to investing in advanced digital solutions in collaboration with strategic partners to strengthen the efficiency of the healthcare system.

This supports Dubai’s objective of becoming the smartest city in the world, where AI serves as a strategic partner in shaping the future of healthcare.

He highlighted that DHA’s strategic partnership with leading companies to strengthen Dubai’s capability to lead the future of digital healthcare.

The Authority has successfully unified over 9.53 million patient medical records within an integrated electronic system, linking more than 1,500 healthcare facilities to “NABIDH.”

Additionally, 82% of Dubai’s medical workforce is now actively engaged with the system, marking a significant achievement in DHA’s commitment to comprehensive digital transformation and the establishment of a healthcare environment characterised by transparency, sustainability, and security.

The successful implementation of the Patient Privacy Intelligence (PPI) system as part of the NABIDH initiative, reinforces Dubai’s commitment to pioneering digital healthcare transformation.

NABIDH, which stands for Network & Analysis Backbone for Integrated Dubai Health, is a cornerstone of DHA’s strategy to digitise healthcare services. The initiative ensures that each patient has a single, comprehensive electronic medical file accessible across all healthcare providers in Dubai. This effort enhances efficiency, minimises errors, and enables a more personalised patient care experience.

With the integration of Patient Privacy Intelligence, DHA has taken a significant step in strengthening data security and compliance across its healthcare network.

The system proactively monitors and prevents unauthorised access to sensitive patient records, ensuring robust protection of Personal Health Information (PHI).

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