University Hospital Sharjah launches advanced IR device

Official inauguration and technical briefing

The inauguration was attended by His Excellency Dr Abdulaziz Al Muhairi, Chairman of the Sharjah Health Authority and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of University Hospital Sharjah (UHS), along with representatives from Siemens and MPC. Attendees were briefed on the device’s advanced technical capabilities and its significant impact on precise interventional procedures and state-of-the-art radiological imaging.

Features of the advanced device

The new system—manufactured by the German company Siemens—is the latest of its kind in the UAE and stands among the most advanced interventional radiology technologies. It is designed to support a wide range of specialised and complex medical procedures. Its key features include:

• High-resolution dual-level imaging for the most complex procedures
• Exceptional imaging quality with low radiation doses in neurology, vascular surgery, and cardiology
• Enhanced clinical outcomes that improve diagnostic accuracy and interventional treatment speed
• Compliance with globally trusted standards in interventional radiology

Advanced medical applications

The device supports several advanced medical applications, including:

1. Interventional Radiology
2. Hybrid Procedures
3. General Vascular Applications
4. Interventional Cardiac Catheterisation
5. Minimally Invasive Surgical Angiography

Supporting c’s strategic vision

This achievement reinforces University Hospital Sharjah’s vision to strengthen its position as a leading medical center in the UAE and the region by adopting the latest medical technologies and delivering world-class healthcare based on innovation and international standards.