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integrated capabilities to manage medical emergencies, disasters and crises. This centre is a cornerstone of
the emirate’s robust and sustainable healthcare ecosystem infrastructure and strategic vision, ensuring
continued advancements and resilience in responding to medical emergencies, disasters and crises while
maintaining seamless operations across the healthcare sector."
He added, "By adopting a comprehensive approach, UMOC supports the development of a sustainable
emergency management system capable of identifying and addressing emerging challenges with precision
and efficiency. It contributes to safeguarding the health and well-being of the community members while
positioning Abu Dhabi as a global pioneer in advanced healthcare systems."
During the visit, H.H. Sheikh Khaled was accompanied by Mansoor Ibrahim Al Mansoori, Chairman of the
Department of Health – Abu Dhabi; Saif Saeed Ghobash, Secretary-General of the Abu Dhabi Executive
Council; and Dr. Noura Al Ghaithi, Under-Secretary of the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi.
Established under the leadership of the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi, UMOC serves as a central hub for
formulating, developing and coordinating emergency response and preparedness frameworks. The centre
collaborates with representatives from Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority, Response Plus Medical Services
and major healthcare providers, such as NMC, PureHealth, ADNOC, Ahalia Group, Mediclinic, Burjeel,
and M42, as well as ambulance services providers and support functions, including poison centres, organ
transplantation programmes, blood banks and mortuaries.
Strategic partners, including the National Emergency Crisis and Disasters Management Authority, Ministry of
Defence, Emergencies Crises and Disasters Management Centre – Abu Dhabi, Ministry of Health and
Prevention, and Malaffi, are also integral to its operations.
Through collaboration and coordination with key stakeholders, the centre will serve as a central hub for
emergency management and a vital enhancement to Abu Dhabi’s healthcare sector. By leveraging the
expertise of highly skilled professionals, deploying data-driven strategies and integrating cutting-edge artificial
intelligence technologies, the centre aims to strengthen public health safeguards, advance emergency
readiness and optimise response capabilities to the highest standards.
Moreover, UMOC will oversee pre-hospital services and procedures, including the operations of emergency
medical teams and ambulance services, while providing support to ambulance providers during major events.
The centre also features an advanced AI-powered system designed to optimise ambulance routes by
analysing data to determine the fastest and safest routes from the incident site to healthcare facilities.
Additionally, the system ensures the efficient allocation of cases to the most suitable healthcare facilities, such
as specialised centres for burns or strokes.
The centre also integrates a smart triage system to prioritise emergency cases instantly and features a real-
time monitoring and tracking system for ambulance vehicles’ movements. Additionally, UMOC includes an
early warning system that predicts potential outbreaks and diseases by analysing current alerts and historical
data using artificial intelligence.
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