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3/4/25, 10:11 AM Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed reviews Unified Medical Operations Command Centre ecosystem in Abu Dhabi – The Gulf Time Ne…
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, HH 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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