UAE: 3 platforms integrated to create massive database of medical records, help doctors provide better care

  • Date: 31-Jan-2023
  • Source: Khaleej Times
  • Sector:Healthcare
  • Country:UAE
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UAE: 3 platforms integrated to create massive database of medical records, help doctors provide better care

The 'Riayati' platform is expected to enhance healthcare experience in the country and help professionals care for patients better

Published: Tue 31 Jan 2023, 9:24 PM

The successful integration of ‘Riayati’, the National Unified Medical Record (NUMR), “Malaffi” and “Nabidh” platforms was announced on day two of the Arab Health.

The platform so far includes 1.9 billion medical records for 9.5 million patients, which can be accessed by over 90,000 health service providers in 3,057 medical facilities.

The UAE health authorities including the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP), Department of Health-Abu Dhabi (DoH), and Dhabi Health Authority (DHA) collaborated to electronically link the three platforms.

At a press conference held during the health event Dr Ahmed Ali Al Dashti, said, “The successful integration of ‘Riayati’, ‘Malaffi’ and ‘Nabidh’ is considered a remarkable achievement in the field of healthcare, as it enables healthcare providers to make better medical decisions that are aligned to patients’ needs and ensures providing a better healthcare experience for citizens and residents in the country."

Enhanced healthcare experience

Speaking on the occasion, Dr Hamed Ali Al Hashemi said, “The integration of three platforms in the UAE is a step in the right direction towards enhancing community health and safety. It will establish the