UAE aims to be a leader in improving children’s health; the Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant Center embodies this goal: Sheikh Nahyan

The dedication of the UAE, to improving healthcare and practices was highlighted by His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister for Tolerance and Co existence during the launch of the edition of the Emirates Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant Congress. This two day event organized by Burjeel Medical City in collaboration with partners and the MENA Conference kicked off in Abu Dhabi on Saturday.

Sheikh Nahyan recognized the leadership and support from His Highness the President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in pursuing plans to enhance medical services for children. The Minister expressed gratitude for the establishment of a world class Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant Center, which aligns with the nations objectives to expand access to top quality child care and foster high standard services through partnerships with global medical centers.

Under the theme ‘International Get Together of Pediatric BMT Physicians to Celebrate the Success of Saving Children’ this congress brings together physicians from than 23 countries. Attendees will exchange insights on advancements, innovative techniques and best practices, in Pediatric Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation (HSCT) and Cell Therapy. With 550 local and international delegates participating this congress builds upon the achievements of UAEs BMT in 2022.
Burjeel Medical City, with the support of the UAEs healthcare infrastructure and a goal to establish Abu Dhabi as a center for life sciences opened a bone marrow transplant center in 2022. Over the course of procedures the facility has successfully conducted 30 bone marrow transplants for children with blood disorders solidifying the UAEs reputation as a top tier destination for healthcare. Dr. Shamsheer Vayalil, the Founder and Chairman of Burjeel Holdings emphasized the growing number of pediatric bone marrow transplants in the UAE. Highlighted investments to enhance acute and complex pediatric services. The congress provides a platform for experts to come together and discuss challenges and opportunities, in healthcare.


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