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Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Healthcare and Its Challenges in the MENA Region

In: AI in the Middle East for Growth and Business

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  • Walid Hleihel

    (Holy Spirit University of Kaslik (USEK))

  • Najib Najjar

    (Holy Spirit University of Kaslik (USEK))

Abstract

AI has become a key factor in changing patient outcomes, healthcare delivery, and operational efficiency in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region in the context of rapidly advancing technology innovations. Through an investigation of prominent AI applications in the health sector to diminish the struggle with inaccuracies, inefficiencies, and inequities in providing medical services to people. This chapter clarifies the significance of AI in tackling persistent healthcare issues in the area. Moreover, it delves into the distinct sociocultural, legislative, and infrastructure elements that impact the integration of AI in healthcare settings across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), highlighting the obstacles and potential advantages associated with utilizing AI to drive healthcare innovation in the area.

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  • Walid Hleihel & Najib Najjar, 2025. "Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Healthcare and Its Challenges in the MENA Region," Springer Books, in: Nehme Azoury & Georges Yahchouchi (ed.), AI in the Middle East for Growth and Business, chapter 0, pages 131-144, Springer.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:sprchp:978-3-031-75589-7_9
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-75589-7_9
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    AI; Healthcare; MENA; Health Sector;
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