Fewer Australians are having bariatric surgery and a new report shows the results for those who do are mostly positive, including significant weight loss and big improvements for those with diabetes. The Australia and New Zealand Bariatric Surgery Registry’s 2023 Annual Report found participants lost an average 29 per cent of their total body weight

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) has successfully carried out two total ankle replacement surgeries using cutting-edge artificial joints and advanced 3D imaging technology. These innovative procedures significantly improve clinical outcomes, accelerate recovery, and enhance mobility, offering a more durable and effective solution that reduces the need for

Emirates Health Services (EHS) is continuing its pioneering journey in implementing the Zero Government Bureaucracy Programme and improving customer experience by enhancing the quality of its specialised telemedicine services. The service now benefits over 2,200 patients annually, including those with diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, and other conditions. EHS’s efforts are

Kuwait Hospital in Sharjah has undergone significant upgrades in its Intensive Care Unit throughout 2023 and 2024, in line with Emirates Health Services’ (EHS) commitment to enhancing the quality of healthcare services to meet global standards. The revamped closed intensive care unit adheres to the latest international standards, featuring cutting-edge

The FDA has clarified its thinking through guidance documents and standards as it regulates a growing number of medical devices with an AI or machine learning component. In 2021, the agency collaborated with Health Canada and the U.K.’s Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency to set out guiding principles for

As part of its Vision 2030 initiative, Saudi Arabia is embarking on an ambitious journey to integrate AI across various sectors including healthcare. The progressive implementation of AI technologies in the day-to-day operations of hospitals and medical facilities can help bolster the kingdom’s healthcare infrastructure as it continues to establish