Abu Dhabi’s Department of Health joins the metaverse

The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi has taken a significant step in its digital transformation efforts by launching the Abu Dhabi Life Science Hub in the virtual world, becoming the latest to join the thriving metaverse sector. This virtual hub will serve as the department’s headquarters in the metaverse and provide the entire Abu Dhabi healthcare ecosystem with a platform to create their own experiences.

In future phases, the Abu Dhabi Life Science Hub in the metaverse will allow visitors to access consultations and a wide range of healthcare services from the comfort of their homes. The launch of the hub took place during the ongoing Arab Health 2023 event.

The department’s move to join the metaverse is aimed at recreating the emirate’s life science ecosystem virtually, connecting entrepreneurs, investors, and healthcare providers in a virtual setting to share knowledge and experiences. Dr Asma Al Mannaei, Executive Director of the Research and Innovation Centre at DoH, stated that the launch of the Abu Dhabi life science ecosystem and DoH’s offices in the metaverse is a visionary milestone that highlights their efforts to leverage advanced technologies to improve healthcare outcomes.

In a virtually augmented experience, DoH will offer metaverse visitors a tour of their virtual office, where they can visit up to 11 various interactive points, ranging from conference halls, a 3D human-body model booth, and an exhibition room.