NMC to benefit from TriNetX’s database of over 318mn global patients

NMC Healthcare, a leading UAE private healthcare provider, has joined the TriNetX global health research network, which facilitates collaboration with other institutions and researchers and enables multi-centre studies and sharing of insights.

NMC will now be able to leverage TriNetX’s extensive database of over 318 million patients from over 200 healthcare organisations worldwide, which helps identify trends, understand disease patterns, and generate hypotheses.

TriNetX will also connect NMC with pharmaceutical companies looking for sites to conduct clinical trials. The platform, which is anchored by a Central Institutional Review Board (IRB) and a Research Advisory Group (RAG) supports clinicians across the network in conducting meaningful research and provides strategic oversight for medical education.

NMC joins global research network

Dr Zaka Ullah Khan, Chief Clinical Officer at NMC, commented: “NMC is proud to join TriNetX’s network to further expand and develop our academic and research programmes.

“The access to data will empower our clinicians and researchers to advance their studies, collaborate globally and advance the pace of innovation across our network, supporting our strategic goals and the UAE’s greater vision for advanced healthcare.

“The UAE is home to over 200 nationalities, making it a deeply diverse population. By joining TriNetX’s platform, we can contribute meaningful research, further supporting the academic community and healthcare sector globally.”

NMC’s facilities in Abu Dhabi are authorised by the Department of Health (DOH) to conduct human subject research. It has successfully conducted over 25 clinical trials, including Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies across multiple areas, including oncology, endocrinology, dermatology, cardiology and neurology.

TriNetX adheres to stringent data security standards and regulations, ensuring that patient data is protected and used ethically.

Steve Lethbridge, Senior Vice President, Global Healthcare Partnerships at TriNetX, added: “We are honoured to have NMC join the TriNetX network of healthcare organisations.

“Clinical research plays a pivotal role in advancing medical knowledge and improving patient outcomes. We look forward to enhancing NMC’s research capabilities and securing more sponsored trials, ultimately enabling better healthcare delivery.”

NMC Healthcare’s network is made up of more than 80 medical facilities, including JCI-accredited, multi-specialty hospitals, medical centres, community clinics, day surgery centres, fertility clinics, home health services, and long-term care facilities. It employs approximately 11,500 people and serves over 5.5 million patients every year.