Collaboration to deliver international expertise, advanced training, and world-class patient-centred rehabilitation services in Al Ain
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – 13 February 2026 – SEHA, part of PureHealth, the largest healthcare group in the Middle East, announced a strategic partnership between SEHA Sheikh Thahnoon Bin Mohammed Medical City (STMC) in Al Ain and Germany’s Schoen Clinic Group, one of Europe’s leading providers of acute and post-acute rehabilitation services, to further advance rehabilitation services in the emirate, reinforcing its position as a leading global destination for healthcare.
The collaboration marks a significant milestone in advancing rehabilitation medicine across the UAE and the Gulf region. By combining SEHA STMC’s established foundation with Schoen Clinic’s international expertise, the partnership will transform the rehabilitation journey for patients, reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s position as a centre of excellence in advanced healthcare.
The signing ceremony took place at SEHA STMC in Al Ain, in the presence of senior leadership from PureHealth, SEHA and Schoen Clinic. Distinguished attendees included Saeed Jaber Mohd Al Kuwaiti, Group Chief Executive Officer of SEHA; Dr. Sultan Mohamed Alkaram, Chief Executive Officer at Al Ain Region; Michael Tamegger, Executive Director of SEHA STMC Rehabilitation; Philipp Mielenz, Chief Executive Officer of Salma Rehabilitation Hospital; Dr Mate Ivancic, Chief Executive Officer of Schön Group; and Christopher Schön, Owner and Group Chief Financial Officer of Schön Group.
Through this collaboration, SEHA STMC will benefit from a comprehensive programme of knowledge transfer and clinical expertise. The agreement will bring visiting consultants in orthopaedics, neurology, and post-acute rehabilitation for both adults and children, as well as structured training and education for SEHA STMC clinicians, delivered both in person and online. The partners will also co-develop a Quality Management System aligned with international standards, further raising the benchmark of care.
A core objective of the partnership is to expand the range of advanced services available locally and provide easier access to specialised rehabilitation treatment.
Saeed Jaber Mohd Al Kuwaiti, Group Chief Executive Officer of SEHA, said: “Our partnership with Schoen Clinic SEHA’s commitment to delivering world-class rehabilitation care here in the UAE. By bringing international expertise directly to our community, we are transforming the patient journey and establishing new standards of care for both adults and children.”
Dr. Mate Ivancic, Chief Executive Officer of Schön Group, said: “Schoen Clinic is proud to partner with SEHA STMC to share our expertise in neurology, orthopaedics, and post-acute care. This collaboration is more than a knowledge exchange – it is an opportunity to shape the future of rehabilitation in the Gulf region.”
The initiative is a cornerstone of PureHealth and SEHA’s ambition to make Abu Dhabi a global reference point for healthcare excellence. By embedding international best practices and fostering a culture of continuous learning, the collaboration aims to create a world-class rehabilitation model that improves outcomes, builds local capacity, and delivers lasting impact for patients and their families.
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About PureHealth:
PureHealth is the largest healthcare group in the Middle East with an ecosystem that challenges lifespans and reimagines health spans. With 110+ hospitals, 316+ clinics, multiple diagnostic centres, health insurance solutions, pharmacies, health tech, procurement, investments and more, its groundbreaking innovations are at the forefront of healthcare as the company is on a mission to unlock time for humankind. By advancing the Science of Longevity, PureHealth is introducing the healthcare of the future from the United Arab Emirates to the rest of the world.
PureHealth’s network comprises:
- SEHA – One of the largest healthcare networks of hospitals and clinics in the UAE
- SEHA CLINICS – Delivering comprehensive community-based healthcare services
- Daman (The National Insurance Company) – The UAE’s leading health insurer
- The Medical Office – Overseeing Sheikh Khalifa Hospitals and healthcare facilities established under the initiatives of H.H. The President of the UAE
- Rafed – The UAE’s largest healthcare Group Purchasing Organisation
- PureLab – Managing and operating the largest network of laboratories in the region
- One Health – A network that provides end-to-end medical solutions to a base of over 300 healthcare service providers
- The Life Corner – Abu Dhabi’s first holistic pharmacy, serving the health and wellness establishment
- Ardent Health Services – The fourth largest privately held acute care hospital operator in the US
- Circle Health Group – The largest independent operators of hospitals in the UK
- Hellenic Healthcare Group (HHG) – the largest private healthcare provider in Greece and Cyprus
- PureCS – A leading cloud and technology services provider, specialising in IT management and consulting solutions, cybersecurity, cloud services and AI information systems
- Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC) – The UAE’s largest healthcare complex, delivering integrated complex care
To learn more, please visit www.purehealth.ae
About SEHA
SEHA is an independent, public joint stock company created to develop the curative activities of the public healthcare system in Abu Dhabi. The company operates a big number of the public hospitals and clinics of the emirate of Abu Dhabi. SEHA is a PureHealth asset, the largest healthcare platform in the Middle East.
SEHA is committed to the continuous improvement of customer care to recognized international standards and providing the community with world-class healthcare. SEHA operates 15 hospitals with over 2,500 beds, 70 ambulatory care, family care and urgent care centers, and three blood banks. Its facilities accommodate 118,000 inpatients annually, conducting 46,800 surgeries, and treat more than 5.8 million outpatients
SEHA is one of the largest integrated healthcare providers in the Middle East, with more than 14,000 doctors, nurses, ancillary care, and administrative personnel. Learn more at www.seha.ae
To find out more about SEHA’s specialized clinic, or book an appointment, call 80050 or visit SEHA.ae. You can also book an appointment through the SEHA mobile app, or WhatsApp 02 410 2200.
About Schoen Clinic Group
Schoen Clinic Group is one of Germany’s largest private hospital groups, specialising in acute care, rehabilitation, and mental health services. With over 20 hospitals and outpatient centres, approximately 2,500 physicians, and a track record of treating around 250,000 inpatients annually, Schoen Clinic is renowned for evidence-based treatment pathways, multidisciplinary teams, and patient-centred care. The organisation is committed to innovation, continuous quality improvement, and international collaboration to advance clinical outcomes and patient experience.