Mubasher: Burjeel Holdings collaborated with e& enterprise, a subsidiary of the listed e&, to boost the healthcare sector in the UAE and beyond.
The two parties inked a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) and agreed to join forces for a telemedicine services project, according to a press release.
The telemedicine services project will deploy advanced technology and focus on the development of a cloud-based telemedicine application to enhance patient access to medical services by enabling remote medical care.
Alberto Araque, CEO of e& enterprise IoT & AI, underlined that the collaboration aims to lead “the industry towards a more connected, sustainable and patient-centric future, where technology and healthcare converge to create unparalleled value for our communities and the environment."
Safeer Ahamed, Group COO of Burjeel Holdings, said: “By integrating sophisticated telehealth and remote patient monitoring systems, we are set to enhance patient access, improve care quality, and streamline healthcare delivery.”
“Through this venture, we aim to reduce carbon footprint and build a more sustainable and accessible healthcare future for the region,” the COO added.
The joint project is expected to improve patient access to healthcare services, boost operational efficiency through integrated telehealth solutions, and evolve the quality of care through remote patient monitoring.
Furthermore, the two entities aim to lower the carbon footprint associated with patient travel and hospital visits by increasing the use of telehealth solutions.
In the first nine months (9M) of 2023, Burjeel Holdings registered 76.40% higher net profits at AED 361.77 million, compared to AED 205.07 million in 9M-22.
As of 30 September 2023, e& posted net profits attributable to the owners valued at AED 7.68 billion, an annual rise from AED 7.34 billion.
