تحت رعاية سموّ الشيخ خالد بن محمد بن زايد آل نهيان، ولي عهد أبوظبي رئيس المجلس التنفيذي لإمارة أبوظبي
Under the Patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Council

HealthBeats Podcast

Accelerating the Future of Healthcare Together with your host Lara Setrakian

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Working together to strengthen health systems | PHSSR Steering Committee #Ep.19

In this special episode of the HealthBeats podcast, recorded live at Abu Dhabi Global Health Week 2024, we interview four members of the Partnership for Health System Sustainability and Resilience (PHSSR) Steering Committee. The discussion covers key topics on enhancing health systems worldwide - tune in to the conversation to explore innovative strategies for building stronger, more resilient healthcare systems!

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Female Hormones and Disease Prevention #Ep.18

Dr. Louise Newson, a leading physician and menopause specialist, dives into the vital role of female hormones in preventing chronic diseases. She breaks down how managing hormone health can improve women’s long-term well-being, reduce disease risk, and empower healthier lives. Tune in to gain expert insights on the intersection of hormones and cutting-edge medical research and learn practical strategies for optimising women’s health at every life stage.
MEET THE SPEAKER

Meet our expert guest speaker

Dr. Louise Newson

Physician and Menopause Specialist

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Reshaping Women's Health: Bridging Gaps and Driving Innovation #Ep.17

Tune in to hear Mr. Ramy Koussa, a leader in women’s healthcare, share powerful insights on the future of health innovation. Discover how groundbreaking strategies and digital solutions are driving change for women across the globe. This is a must-listen for anyone passionate about shaping a healthier future for women.
MEET THE SPEAKER

Meet our expert guest speaker

Ramy Koussa

Associate Vice President

Organon, META (Middle East, Turkey and Africa)

Ramy Koussa is the Associate Vice President for the META Cluster at Organon.

He has spent over twenty years of performance-driven leadership in the pharmaceutical industry.

With his expertise and understanding of the industry’s dynamics, coupled with his ability to lead teams to achieve strong business results, Ramy holds a key role in delivering Organon’s diverse and trusted portfolio, focusing on improving women’s health.

Ramy, has been the Managing Director for the MENAT Cluster at Organon since the spinoff.  Before joining Organon, he was the Managing Director of MSD’s Egypt cluster covering Egypt, Libya, Sudan and Yemen.

Ramy began his career with MSD in 2000. Since then, he had multiple roles across the organization’s sales and marketing divisions across various geographies including Egypt, USA, the Middle East as well as the Eastern Europe Middle East and Africa (EEMEA) region – eventually becoming the Regional Marketing Director for EEMEA on two of the biggest business franchises in the region. He remained in this role based in Switzerland until 2015.

Ramy obtained his MBA in 2002 and bachelor’s degree in Dental Medicine and Surgery from the Faculty of Dentistry in Alexandria, Egypt, in 1998.

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Cardiac Crossroads: Meeting Today’s Challenges with Tomorrow’s Innovations #Ep.16

In this episode, a leading cardiac surgeon Dr. Yazan Aljabery, with a passion for biohacking and health innovation unveils the unique heart health challenges facing the UAE and beyond. We explore how cutting-edge AI, genomics, and biotechnology are revolutionising cardiac care, from precision diagnostics to advanced patient monitoring.
MEET THE SPEAKER

Cardiac Surgeon at the Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi and a Clinical Assistant Professor at Cleveland Clinic Lerner College in the USA

Dr. Yazan Al Jaberi

Cardiac Surgeon, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi; Clinical Assistant Professor, Cleveland Clinic Lerner College, USA

Cleveland Clinic

Dr. Yazan Aljabery, a distinguished Cardiac Surgeon at the Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi and a Clinical Assistant Professor at Cleveland Clinic Lerner College in the USA.

Dr. Aljabery has an extensive background in adult cardiac surgery, having performed hundreds of open-heart surgeries. He brings a unique perspective to his field with a special interest in biohacking and healthcare innovations.

Dr. Aljabery holds a degree in AI in Healthcare from MIT-Sloan and is a prominent health influencer across various social media platforms. He is dedicated to disseminating knowledge and enhancing public health awareness through his engaging online presence.

The Future of Digital Health Isn't Digital - It's Human. Unlocking the Power of Hybrid Healthcare

Check out this sneak peek as we sit down with Ali Hashemi, CEO and founder of meta[bolic], to discuss the future of digital health and why he believes it will be defined by hybrid models that blend virtual and in-person care. Hashemi shares his vision for human-centered digital health tools that empower patients and providers, not replace them. We explore the potential of hybrid healthcare to improve outcomes, lower costs, and restore the human element to medicine.