PureHealth

#InternalAuditAwarenessMonth This month is especially meaningful for me as I complete 22 years in this profession. Over these years, I have witnessed the remarkable transformation of Internal Audit: from a traditional assurance function into a strategic business partner; from paper-based documentation to exceptional digitalization; from checklist-driven audits to business-oriented auditors; and from manual vouching to advanced analytics and BI-driven insights, with many more advancements continuing to shape the profession. Today, Internal Audit goes far beyond assurance activities. It acts as a trusted advisor, helping organizations strengthen governance, improve processes, enhance compliance, safeguard assets, and support informed and reliable decision-making. At PureHealth , this journey is driven through collaboration with management and stakeholders to create value, build trust, and support strategic objectives across the organization. A sincere appreciation to all Internal Audit professionals and audit bodies who continue to contribute with integrity, insight, and impact. #InternalAudit #RiskManagement #Compliance #PureHealth #Assurance #TruestedAdviser #IIA #UAE

Proud to share that our Group Internal Audit function of PureHealth has been recognized with the 2026 “Leading Practices in Internal Audit (LPIA) Award” in the GRC category for private sector organizations by the UAE IAA - UAE Internal Auditors Association , a great initiative that continues to elevate the audit profession. Amid strong competition, this recognition reflects not only our commitment to leading practices, but also the strength of our group & team culture “collaborating, growing, and delivering excellence together”. Building on our 2024 “General Conformance” ratings from IIA Australia and UAE, we continue to advance innovation, governance, team development and our AI-driven continuous monitoring ambitions. #InternalAudit #GRC #Teamwork #Leadership #Innovation #Awards #Purehealth #Healhcare #UAE

Under the patronage of Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, the Emirati Women Chapter, organized by PureHealth in partnership with the General Women’s Union & the Supreme Council for Motherhood & Childhood , welcomed 120 participants to its third edition, marking over 94% growth from last year, with women from more than 25 organizations across public, private & social sectors joining a program focused on building leadership & professional skills while empowering Emirati women to drive social impact & national development. Source: Abu Dhabi Media Office # EWC - Emirati Women Chapter

One thing that does not get discussed enough in healthcare M&A is what happens after the deal is done. Strategy, valuation, and market position all matter. But in healthcare, value is usually created or lost in the operating model after closing. That has become clearer to me over time working across PureHealth’s different geographies. Cross-border expansion is not just about acquiring assets. It is about having the organisational structure, governance discipline, and management bandwidth to help those assets perform better once they are part of a wider platform.What I have come to appreciate is that the balance really matters. Local businesses need to stay close to their own regulatory, clinical, and patient context. At the same time, the group needs to bring clear governance, accountability, and strategic direction. When that balance is right, scale becomes a genuine advantage. When it is not, scale can just become complexity. The deal gets you in the door. The operating model is what determines whether you actually create value.