Fakeeh University Hospital, Verita Neuro launch the Middle East’s first epidural stimulation programme for spinal cord injury patients

Pioneering neurorehabilitation initiative positions Dubai at the forefront of advanced spinal cord injury treatment, eliminating the need for patients to seek care abroad

  • PUBLISHED: Fri 16 Jan 2026, 2:04 PM
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Fakeeh University Hospital (FUH), in collaboration with Verita Neuro, has announced the launch of the Middle East’s first epidural stimulation program, marking a significant milestone in the treatment of spinal cord injuries. The pioneering initiative positions Dubai as a leading destination for advanced neurological recovery, introducing innovative therapies that were previously unavailable in the region.

Dr Mohaymen Abdelghany, Group CEO and board member of Fakeeh Health and CEO of Fakeeh University Hospital, said: "This strategic partnership with Verita Neuro reflects our commitment to delivering world-class, evidence-based care in the UAE. Introducing epidural stimulation at Fakeeh University Hospital means patients with spinal cord injuries no longer need to travel abroad to access advanced neurorehabilitation. Together with Verita Neuro, we are redefining the standard of care in the Middle East — bringing mobility, independence, and renewed hope to those affected."

The launch further strengthens Fakeeh University Hospital’s growing footprint in advanced and innovative treatments, reinforcing its mission to deliver the highest standards of care in Dubai and beyond.

Julian Andriesz, CEO of Verita Neuro, commented: "Verita Neuro is a global pioneer in reconnecting brain–body pathways, enabling patients to regain voluntary movement and vital autonomic functions. Fakeeh University Hospital, one of the region’s most respected academic medical centres, is the ideal partner to bring these cutting-edge therapies to the Middle East, and I am delighted with this collaboration."

Dr Nasir Majeed, Chief Medical Officer of Verita Neuro, added: "Dubai’s world-class medical infrastructure makes it the perfect home for introducing our proprietary epidural stimulation treatment, delivering personalised, life-changing neurological restoration at the heart of the region."

For more information, visit www.fuh.care.