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DoH’s Malaffi and MOHAP Announce the Completion of the Latest Phase of Riayati Integration
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Adam Shabab
September 24, 2023 | 3 Minutes to read
DoH’s Malaffi and MOHAP Announce the Completion of the Latest Phase of Riayati Integration image

Malaffi, the Health Information Exchange (HIE) platform of the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH), in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP), has completed a new phase of integration with the federal HIE, Riayati. This milestone enables Malaffi’s clinical users to access patient records from healthcare facilities across the Northern Emirates, supporting the UAE’s digital transformation strategy and enhancing continuity of care and patient outcomes. It builds on the earlier integration of the three national HIE platforms—Malaffi, Riayati, and Nabidh—which had already enabled Riayati users to access Malaffi data and deliver more timely, high-quality care.

Riayati currenrly collates a total of 2.7 billion medical records for 11.6 million patients from more than 3,850 healthcare facilities nationwide. As part of the next phase of federal-level integration, users will be able to access data from Malaffi and Nabidh through Riayati, enabling seamless nationwide access to patient information regardless of geographic location.

Benefits of a UAE Unified Medical Records System
This integration directly supports the development of a UAE unified medical records framework that benefits patients, providers, and healthcare administrators alike. Patients traveling between emirates or seeking treatment at multiple facilities will experience smoother care journeys because their health data becomes accessible through a secure, interoperable network. Physicians gain a comprehensive view of medical histories, including diagnoses, lab results, medications, allergies, and prior treatments. This real-time access to consolidated information enhances clinical accuracy, speeds up diagnosis, and supports better treatment decisions, particularly in urgent or emergency scenarios where time is critical.
Improving Healthcare Efficiency and Patient Safety
From an operational perspective, the expanded health information exchange UAE environment reduces inefficiencies within healthcare systems. With integrated records, hospitals and clinics can avoid duplicate testing and repeated procedures that previously occurred due to limited data visibility. This not only reduces costs but also improves patient safety by minimizing unnecessary exposure to tests and treatments. The result is a smarter healthcare workflow that aligns with the UAE’s broader push for digital innovation in public services.
Data Security and Patient Privacy
Data security and privacy remain central to the integration framework. Both Malaffi and Riayati operate under stringent regulatory standards that govern access control, encryption protocols, and system monitoring. Healthcare professionals access records through role-based permissions, ensuring that patient confidentiality is protected while still enabling necessary clinical use. These measures support trust in the system and reinforce the UAE’s commitment to responsible digital innovation.
Collaboration Driving Healthcare Modernization
Collaboration between MoHAP digital health initiatives and the Department of Health demonstrates how coordinated governance can drive impactful healthcare modernization. The integration of Malaffi and Riayati reflects a unified national strategy to improve care quality, efficiency, and accessibility. It also positions the UAE as a model for other nations seeking to build scalable and interoperable health information exchange systems