Who will lead UAE’s 2M+ diabetic population into better care?

Launching a digital, one-stop center offers the chance to own the market, elevate outcomes, and define private-sector leadership in chronic disease care.

MARKET OVERVIEW:

• Disease Burden: 2M+ UAE adults (19–21%) have diabetes. Massive, urgent public health challenge.

• Referral Complexity: Patients need 4–6 specialist visits yearly. Highly fragmented care pathway.

• Claims Impact: 30–40% of chronic care insurance claims. Major cost driver for payers.

• Market Gap: Only 2 integrated centers exist. Huge white space for a private ‘one-stop’ diabetes hub.

Strategic Insight:

Despite the scale, private integrated diabetes care is scarce—leaving a major opportunity for the first provider. Integrated diabetes care is the next big private-sector battleground.

 A fast mover with a digital, one-stop model can seize market leadership, lock in payer partnerships, and dominate chronic care in the UAE.

Vivek Shukla | Founder & Managing Partner | SURGE Growth Partners |

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