Accelerating Robotic Surgery & Digital Transformation in the Middle East
We provide strategic consultancy for hospitals across the UAE, specializing in robotic surgery, digital health solutions, and operating room optimization to improve efficiency, outcomes, and patient care.
About Us
Rafiq Healthcare Consultancy is a specialist consultancy dedicated to helping hospitals across the Middle East transform their surgical programs through robotic integration and digital innovation.
Founded by Raphael Riegler, a former Intuitive Surgical manager with over 7 years of hands-on experience building da Vinci programs across Europe, we combine clinical insight with strategic foresight to deliver measurable outcomes.
From program planning to workflow optimization and digital patient pathways, our team ensures hospitals can launch, scale, and sustain robotic surgery platforms that improve efficiency, elevate patient care, and generate strong ROI.
Your Expert –
Raphael Riegler
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7 years at Intuitive Surgical -
I am a certified internal auditor andqualitymanager -
2 years Area Sales Manager (Switzerland & Western Austria) -
Built dozens of da Vinci programs -
Youngest Manager in Europe & Best Performer in Year 1
Our Services
We help hospitals elevate surgical care through robotic integration, workflow optimization, team training, and data-driven insights for better outcomes and efficiency.
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Robotic Program Planning
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Digital Patient Pathway Design
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Workflow Optimization
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KPI Dashboarding
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Surgeon & OR Team Enablement
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Break-even from ~165 robotic cases/year
Why Choose Us
We understand the challenges hospitals face when introducing robotic surgery. With our proven expertise, we help you achieve faster results and sustainable impact.
Expertise in robotic surgery &
digital health implementation
Founded by Raphael Riegler – 7
years at Intuitive Surgical
Dozens of successful da Vinci
rollouts across Europe
How We Works
We partner closely with your hospital team to design, implement, and scale robotic surgery and digital health solutions.
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Discovery Call -
Strategy & KPI Roadmap -
On-site Delivery (Expert Day or Retainer -
Ongoing Optimization & Support
Project Objectives
Our project is designed to deliver measurable improvements in surgical care and hospital performance. The key objectives are:
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Launch a robotic surgery platform
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Ensure safe & efficient operations
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Build internal competence and training structure
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Integrate digital health tools
Hospital Opportunity
Hospitals can improve care, boost efficiency, and lead in surgical innovation by embracing technology and data-driven strategies.
Increase OR Utilization & Revenue
Optimize scheduling, workflows, and resource use to ensure every operating room delivers maximum value.
Shorten Training Curves & Avoid Setup Delays
Accelerate team readiness with structured training, hands-on guidance, and proven rollout strategies.
Drive Surgical Excellence & Outcomes
Enhance surgeon performance, improve patient safety, and achieve measurable clinical and financial results.
Drive Surgical Excellence & Outcomes
Enhance surgeon performance, improve patient safety, and achieve measurable clinical and financial results.
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