The Role of Human Capital in the Implementation of Healthcare Innovation in the UAE

Abstract

This chapter discusses the pressing need for knowledge integration in the development of resilient healthcare human capital that will be able to embrace the implementation of forthcoming healthcare innovations. The chapter investigates the current challenges facing the UAE’s healthcare system and explores its preparedness—especially that of its human capital—for the government’s healthcare innovation strategy. Implementation of innovations will require a sophisticated approach of continuous improvement, carefully crafted change management procedures, and, above all, well-trained and competent human capital. The author suggests that outsourcing technologies and experts will not lead to sustainability of healthcare innovation. Professional research and development is pivotal for well-established and sustainable innovation because abrupt implementation of the technologies can lead to generation of fear and resistance among the employees.