Sharjah, UAE: Al Qassimi Hospital has performed the Middle East’s first spinal stabilisation procedure using the ROCCIA MultiLIF Titanium implant, marking a significant milestone in advanced spine surgery and medical innovation in the region.

The procedure, carried out under Emirates Health Services (EHS), treated a patient with advanced spinal canal stenosis, a condition that compresses spinal nerves, limits mobility, and causes chronic pain. The advanced implant relieved pressure on the nerves, restored spinal stability, and enabled faster recovery with a shorter hospital stay compared with conventional techniques.

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Dr Arif Al Nooryani, CEO and Head of the Cardiac Centre at Al Qasimi Hospital, Sharjah, said “the achievement reflects EHS’s commitment to introducing internationally recognised medical technologies and strengthening a culture of clinical innovation across its healthcare facilities.”

Dr. Fawaz Al Hazzaz, Consultant and Head of the Spine Surgery Department, said “The ROCCIA MultiLIF Titanium implant offers greater surgical precision, improved load distribution across the spine, enhanced natural bone fusion, and a reduced risk of complications or repeat surgery. Its minimally invasive design also helps minimize tissue damage and post-operative pain, enabling patients to return to daily activities sooner.”

The milestone supports Emirates Health Services’ strategy to expand specialized healthcare services and reinforce the UAE’s position as a regional hub for advanced healthcare and medical innovation.

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