Abu Dhabi: Viatris, a global healthcare company, has partnered with New York University of Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) to combat the growing burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). This partnership was announced during the HEAL “Health for All” Conference 2024, organized by Viatris, which convenes healthcare professionals from across the region.
The partnership standardized through a memorandum of understanding (MoU), aims to improve patient-centric research, generate real-world data, and support educational initiatives designed to cultivate a skilled healthcare workforce. Dr. Lobna Salem, Chief Medical Officer of Viatris, underlined the importance of the collaboration, stating that, “Our partnership with NYUAD highlights the importance of enhancing global research capabilities. Together, we are offering the UAE Healthy Future Study, which seeks to provide vital insights into the health of Emiratis.”
Ayman Mokhtar, regional head of MENA and Eurasia at Viatris, highlighted the company’s dedication to supporting the UAE’s national health agenda, remarking that, “Viatris is willing to collaborate closely with healthcare partners and through leading institutions such as NYUAD to support the National Health agenda for enhanced patient outcomes.”
The collaboration will focus on several key initiatives aimed at addressing NCDs, including real-world analysis and health data dissemination, the evolution of digital research capabilities, and training programs on research ethics, data analysis, and scientific writing. Viatris will work alongside NYUAD’s Public Health Research Center to create evidence-based research in conjunction with other UAE institutions, ultimately reporting clinical practice recommendations.
Arlie Petters from NYU Abu Dhabi stated that, “This partnership with Viatris conveys an important step in our ongoing efforts to manage critical public health challenges, particularly in the realm of non-communicable diseases. By integrating our academic expertise with Viatris’ global healthcare perspective, we are balanced to generate meaningful insights and contribute to building a healthier future for the UAE.”