Healthcare news in the Middle East

An overview of news, trends and research in the Healthcare industry in the Middle East:

Rayan Salam on the GCC’s investor-backed shift to outcomes-driven healthcare Driven by sovereign and private equity investments, the GCC’s healthcare sector is undergoing a notable shift in care models from volume to more measurable outcomes.
17 March 2026
Hospitals in MENA: Mastering price negotiations with private insurers In a pivotal commercial cycle for hospitals, contracts with private insurers are typically renegotiated every one to three years, covering coverage, reimbursement and other terms.
25 February 2026
Autism prevalence among children in Saudi Arabia is higher than official figures In Saudi Arabia, the prevalence of autism spectrum disorder among children is estimated to be between 1.7% and 1.8% – significantly higher than the currently cited figure of 0.6%.
03 February 2026
Middle East healthcare costs to surge again in 2026, forecasts WTW report Global health insurance costs are projected to rise again by double-digits next year, on the back of a growing number of chronic diseases, an ageing population, and investments in new technologies.
17 December 2025
Dubai fitness industry set for more growth as the UAE promotes healthy lifestyles The fitness industry is seeing steady growth in the UAE, where government action has been part of a shift towards more healthy lifestyles.
10 December 2025
Saudi Arabia: A rapidly emerging leader in healthcare delivery A new whitepaper from Praxis explores how the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is rapidly positioning itself as a global leader in healthcare delivery, backed by Vision 2030 and a bold reform agenda.
27 August 2025
Healthcare’s last stand: Why real digital transformation can no longer wait Digital transformation programmes in healthcare often involve automating inefficient pathways rather than reimagining models of care from the ground up.
26 August 2025
Transforming healthcare delivery in the Gulf through value-based outsourcing Healthcare systems in the Gulf face unprecedented challenges, from aging populations, rising chronic diseases and escalating healthcare costs.
20 May 2025
Strategy&: Investing in wellbeing of GCC healthcare workers could save $2.5 billion Investing in workforce wellbeing in the healthcare sector comes with considerable effort and cost – yet the return on these investments is significantly larger for the sector and society as a whole.
08 May 2025
Middle East: A rising powerhouse in the MedTech and Diagnostics The Middle East’s MedTech and Diagnostics sector is undergoing a dynamic transformation, fueled by rapid technological advancements and strategic healthcare investments.
05 February 2025
Middle East medical healthcare costs to increase by 12% in 2025 Total medical costs in Middle Eastern countries are expected to increase by 12% by the end of 2025, marking the third consecutive year of rising costs.
04 February 2025
UAE’s healthcare ecosystem to hit $50 billion by 2029, says Praxis The UAE's healthcare ecosystem is growing rapidly and is projected to surpass $50 billion by 2029, according to a report from management consultancy firm Praxis Global Alliance.
11 December 2024
Could Saudi Arabia become the next global biotech hub? “Boston in the desert” – that is what some experts in the world of life sciences are calling Riyadh as Saudis strive to reach the level of Boston, a leader in biotech since the 1970s.
12 November 2024
Growing cost of Saudi Arabia’s healthcare system calls for financial sustainability The cost of sustaining Saudi Arabia’s healthcare system has risen strongly in recent years, and as a result, it is becoming increasingly important to enhancing the return on investments and safeguard
04 November 2024
Value-Based Care: Accelerating adoption in the Middle East Juan Montanez and Annie Mayol from FTI Consulting walk through the pillars of value-based care, and how it could help revolutionize healthcare systems.
01 November 2024
PwC advises Tibbiyah on acquisition of Al Hammad Medical Services Saudi Arabian healthcare company Tibbiyah has acquired Al Hammad Medical Services, a KSA-based provider of medical services.
03 July 2024
Billions in investment needed to expand mental healthcare There is an urgent need for more psychiatric beds to meet the increasing demand for mental health services in the Middle East, particularly the UAE and Saudi Arabia.
03 July 2024
Saudi’s biotechnology and genomics sector set for strong growth Saudi Arabia’s biotechnology and genomics sector is set for an era of strong growth, according to a new report from Arthur D. Little.
01 May 2024
Precision health and AI growth areas in Saudi’s pharma sector Saudi Arabia’s healthcare sector is set for a period of significant growth and change, spearheaded by promising developments such as precision health and the use of artificial intelligence.
24 April 2024
Gulf Medical University and Knight Frank launch joint internship Gulf Medical University is teaming up with Knight Frank to launch a new internship program for students seeking to kickstart their career in the healthcare consulting domain.
31 January 2024
‘Make the food system regenerative, sustainable and healthier’ The interconnected issues of bad health and environmental damage that stem from today’s food system comes with a huge price tag.
23 January 2024
Demand for elderly homes and facilities to grow in Saudi Arabia As the number of Saudis entering retirement grows, demand for senior living solutions is expected to expand strongly in the coming decade, necessitating policy adjustments from both the healthcare se
24 November 2023
A patient perspective on improving GCC's healthcare system The healthcare systems in the various Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations are rated as quite good overall by those who use them, but improvements are needed to ensure more accessibility, promptnes
08 November 2023
Arab youths addicted to social media face mental wellbeing backlash A new report has found that the majority of Arab youth are well aware of the fact that their social media addiction is leading to decline in their mental wellbeing.
01 November 2023
Better disability data key for 1.3 billion people worldwide Around 16% of the entire world's population (approximately 1.3 billion people) live with a disability and often have challenges in accessing healthcare.
11 October 2023
KBBO Group restructuring receives creditor and court approval A plan to restructure Abu Dhabi-based investment firm KBBO Group and its hospital unit has received court approval following months of negotiations.
18 September 2023
Taking Saudi Arabia's biotech sector to the next level The global biotechnology industry is growing rapidly, and Saudi Arabia could develop a leading biotech cluster in the coming decade.
18 September 2023
Boosting Saudi's healthcare system with private sector participation The healthcare sector is occasionally subject to unanticipated shocks.
27 July 2023
Digital revolution is reshaping healthcare in the Middle East As the healthcare sector faces new challenges, emerging technologies are helping leaders to improve performance and manage costs, write Kearney partners Mohamed Berrada and Younes Rahmoune.
11 May 2023
How digital technologies can improve Saudi’s healthcare system A report by McKinsey & Company has found that advances in digital healthcarecould help Saudi Arabia deliver billions of dollars in additional economic value added by the end of the decade.
02 May 2023
The top priorities of hospital executives in UAE and Saudi (in 8 charts) What are top priorities of executives in the hospital sector of the in UAE and Saudi Arabia? Global strategy consultancy L.E.K.
20 February 2023
Medical tourism market could boom to $180 billion by 2025 The global medical tourism market could grow to being worth more than $180 billion in the coming three years.
12 August 2022

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