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Sharjah 24
07-06-2025
- Health
- Sharjah 24
SRTI Park and Doctory launch smart medical bag for Hajj pilgrims
Innovation designed for real-world pilgrimage challenges The Hajj season presents a critical opportunity to test practical health innovations. 'Masand' is a portable smart medical bag that integrates cutting-edge diagnostic tools, enabling fast, efficient health assessments in demanding environments. This solution was designed to address the specific healthcare needs of pilgrims during Hajj, where timely medical response is crucial. Built in SoiLAB: A hub for advanced medical prototyping Developed through collaboration between Doctory's experts and SoiLAB's engineering team, the bag uses technologies such as 3D printing, additive manufacturing, laser cutting, and custom circuit design. The partnership reflects SRTI Park's position as a nexus for innovation, where academia, government, and industry converge to build life-enhancing products. Enabling health innovation through partnership Hussain Al Mahmoudi, CEO of SRTI Park, emphasized the importance of collaboration: 'Doctory's innovative products, designed within SoiLAB, are a model of health innovation. This project reflects our commitment to empowering creative and innovative companies to turn their ideas into tangible solutions that improve lives.' He further highlighted the Park's goal of fostering an environment where healthcare innovation thrives, backed by advanced research facilities, technical expertise, and investor support. 'Masand' brings mobile healthcare to the forefront The 'Masand' bag can connect patients remotely with a network of medical professionals, making it an essential tool in regions with limited healthcare access. During the current Hajj season, it has gained recognition from medical and regulatory authorities for effectively managing emergency cases at holy sites—affirming its real-world value. A legacy of successful innovation at SRTI Park This is not the first health innovation to emerge from SRTI Park. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Park supported the production of protective masks using advanced lab processes. It also led initiatives like the development of smart prosthetic limbs. The 'Masand' project continues this legacy of meaningful, impact-driven innovation. Doctory's vision: From concept to solution Osama Shamsi Pasha, Co-Founder and COO of Doctory, shared his perspective on the collaboration: 'The 'Masand' medical bag represents a significant leap in mobile healthcare, made possible by the advanced innovation environment and world-class team at SoiLAB.' He noted previous successful collaborations, such as the 'Doctory Chair,' as further proof that SRTI Park is a prime destination for testing and launching innovative health technologies. SoiLAB: Sharjah's engine for future health tech SoiLAB serves as the prototyping and innovation hub of SRTI Park. It supports startups, researchers, and industry with capabilities ranging from 3D printing (metals, polymers, and concrete) to electronics manufacturing, textiles, robotics, and digital fabrication. This environment helps transform bold concepts into real-world devices, particularly in the health tech space. Positioning Sharjah as a regional health innovation leader By fostering collaborations like the one with Doctory, SRTI Park continues to attract healthcare innovators and medical diagnostic companies. It offers a flexible, resource-rich environment for research and manufacturing—strengthening Sharjah's role as a key exporter of advanced medical technology across the region and beyond.
Khaleej Times
05-06-2025
- Health
- Khaleej Times
UAE: Travelling for Hajj? New smart medical bag launched for pilgrims
A smart medical bag, that marks a new advancement in portable healthcare for Hajj pilgrims, has been introduced with the launch of 'Masand'. This innovative unit is tailored to assist healthcare teams in fast-paced, mobile environments where prompt diagnosis and treatment are essential. This bag has been developed by health-tech company Doctory in collaboration with the Sharjah Open Innovation Lab (SoiLAB). The innovative medical bag integrates advanced diagnostic tools into a single portable unit, allowing for rapid and effective health assessments during the pilgrimage. Developed through close cooperation between Doctory's healthcare experts and SoiLAB's engineering team, 'Masand' harnesses technologies including 3D printing, additive manufacturing, laser cutting, and precision electronics. The launch reinforces the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park's (SRTI Park) reputation as a regional hub for next-generation medical devices, born from dynamic partnerships between government, academia, and industry. Hussain Al Mahmoudi, CEO of SRTI Park, said, 'Doctory's innovative products, designed within SoiLAB, are a model of health innovation. This project reflects our commitment to empowering creative and innovative companies to turn their ideas into tangible solutions that improve lives. The Hajj season provides a unique opportunity to test these solutions in real-world conditions, showcasing SRTI Park's ability to turn research and innovation into practical outcomes.' He added, 'We are dedicated to enabling innovators by providing world-class research and development facilities, advanced industrial expertise, and supportive investment networks. Our goal is to create an environment where pioneering ideas in health technology can thrive, transforming how medical solutions are developed and implemented.' How does it work? The 'Masand' medical bag can directly connect patients with a network of specialised doctors, enabling remote diagnosis and treatment — even in areas with limited access to healthcare facilities. The bag has attracted significant attention from medical authorities and regulatory bodies during the current Hajj season, where it has proven effective in managing emergency health cases at the holy sites. Osama Shamsi Pasha, Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of Doctory, said, "The 'Masand' medical bag represents a significant leap in mobile healthcare, made possible by the advanced innovation environment and world-class team at SoiLAB. We have had previous successful collaborations with SoiLAB, such as developing the 'Doctory Chair,' which reinforces our confidence that SRTI Park is the ideal environment for testing ambitious ideas and turning them into practical products."
