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The $12B Consolidation Wave Reshaping Gulf Healthcare

How sovereign wealth funds and private equity are driving unprecedented hospital group mergers across the MENA region, and what it means for patient care.

By Dr. Sarah Al-Rashid 12 min read April 14, 2026
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