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Healthcare

1 companies · 1 founders$

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UAEHealthcare

Nabta Health

Nabta Health, headquartered in Sharjah, blends digital tools with conventional care for women.

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FM30 UAEHealthcare

Sophie Smith

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Founder and CEONabta Health

Former Accenture consultant whose Nabta Health blends digital tools with conventional care…

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