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Banner Health  Health has appointed Mark Whalen as Executive Vice President and Chief Enterprise Growth Officer, effecti...
18/06/2026

Banner Health Health has appointed Mark Whalen as Executive Vice President and Chief Enterprise Growth Officer, effective August 1. He will lead efforts to expand access to care, advance value-based care initiatives, and drive enterprise growth across Banner's six-state health system.

With extensive experience in healthcare strategy, transformation, and integrated care delivery, Whalen will help strengthen Banner Health's mission of improving health outcomes while reinvesting in the communities it serves.

Lifepoint Health  has appointed Aaron Lewis as President and Chief Operating Officer. Lewis has been a key part of the o...
18/06/2026

Lifepoint Health has appointed Aaron Lewis as President and Chief Operating Officer. Lewis has been a key part of the organization's leadership team, most recently serving as Chief Financial Officer and helping drive growth and transformation initiatives.

In his new role, he will support Lifepoint's continued expansion, strengthen care delivery across communities, and help advance the company's long-term growth strategy.

HMNC Brain Health has appointed Dr. Bjørn Grønning as Chief Medical Officer, bringing more than 20 years of experience i...
18/06/2026

HMNC Brain Health has appointed Dr. Bjørn Grønning as Chief Medical Officer, bringing more than 20 years of experience in clinical research and drug development. He will lead the company's global clinical development strategy across its neuroscience pipeline.

The appointment comes as HMNC advances Ketabon (KET01) and Nelivabon (BH-200) toward late-stage development, supported by its recent $50 million Series B financing.

Skipping Breakfast? Here’s What Happens Inside Your Body!Missing your morning meal can affect energy levels, concentrati...
17/06/2026

Skipping Breakfast? Here’s What Happens Inside Your Body!

Missing your morning meal can affect energy levels, concentration, metabolism, digestion, and even long-term heart health. After an overnight fast, your body needs fuel to function at its best and prepare for the day ahead.

A healthy breakfast can make a big difference in supporting both physical and mental wellbeing.

✍🏻 By Hamda Daiba

🔗 Read the full article here: https://mededgemea.com/what-happens-to-your-body-when-you-skip-breakfast/

17/06/2026

Your body may be asking for more rest.
Don't ignore the signs!

UAE Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE), in coordination with the Ministry of Health & Prevention, has...
17/06/2026

UAE Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE), in coordination with the Ministry of Health & Prevention, has amended Emiratisation requirements for private healthcare facilities. Under the revised framework, annual Emiratisation targets must now be equally distributed between specialised healthcare professions and other skilled roles.

The move aims to strengthen Emirati representation in healthcare, support workforce sustainability, and enhance the quality of healthcare services across the UAE.

🔗 Read the full article here: https://mededgemea.com/uae-updates-healthcare-emiratisation-policy-to-increase-emirati-representation-in-medical-roles/

Thumbay Hospital, Ajman  welcomed UAE Minister of Foreign Trade Dr. Thani Al Zeyoudi for a visit to its integrated campu...
17/06/2026

Thumbay Hospital, Ajman welcomed UAE Minister of Foreign Trade Dr. Thani Al Zeyoudi for a visit to its integrated campus of medical education, healthcare, and research, showcasing its unified ecosystem of Gulf Medical University, academic hospitals, and research facilities supporting the UAE’s knowledge economy.

Discussions focused on the role of private healthcare and education in driving medical innovation, talent development, and contributing to the UAE’s economic diversification and global healthcare leadership.

🔗 Read the full article here: https://mededgemea.com/uae-trade-minister-tours-ajman-medical-campus-to-advance-healthcare-innovation-and-knowledge-economy-goals/

Sidra Medicine, a member of Qatar Foundation , has published a peer-reviewed case report in Frontiers in Endocrinology o...
17/06/2026

Sidra Medicine, a member of Qatar Foundation , has published a peer-reviewed case report in Frontiers in Endocrinology on the successful use of Setmelanotide to treat severe acquired hypothalamic obesity (aHO) in a young child. The case is believed to be the youngest reported, highlighting the role of precision medicine in rare pediatric endocrine disorders.

The multidisciplinary team led by Professor Khalid Hussain achieved significant improvements in appetite control, weight, and overall health outcomes, reinforcing Sidra Medicine’s focus on research-driven, patient-centered care.

🔗 Read the full article here: https://mededgemea.com/novel-drug-therapy-offers-hope-for-children-with-brain-injury-related-obesity-study-finds/

NMC Healthcare has expanded its palliative care services across the UAE, strengthening support for patients living with ...
17/06/2026

NMC Healthcare has expanded its palliative care services across the UAE, strengthening support for patients living with serious and life-limiting illnesses.

Led by Dr. Paul Coulter, the programme provides multidisciplinary care focused on symptom management, emotional wellbeing, quality of life, and family support, helping address a critical gap in access to palliative care across the country.

🔗 Read the full article here: https://mededgemea.com/nmc-healthcare-expands-palliative-care-services-across-the-uae/

Keck Medicine of USC   has received multiple 2026 Practice Greenhealth Environmental Excellence Awards, recognizing its ...
17/06/2026

Keck Medicine of USC has received multiple 2026 Practice Greenhealth Environmental Excellence Awards, recognizing its leadership in healthcare sustainability.

The awards highlight significant achievements in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, minimizing waste, improving energy efficiency, and advancing environmentally responsible healthcare practices.

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