Aster DM Healthcare, the largest integrated healthcare provider in the GCC, has announced the appointment of Nalla Karunanithy as CEO of its Digital Health & E-Commerce division. This strategic move aims to bolster the company?ÇÖs digital health initiatives and drive the expansion of its myAster platform across the GCC.The appointment comes as myAster, a comprehensive healthcare super-app, continues to lead the region?ÇÖs digital health transformation. With over 2 million app downloads and 4.37 million lives impacted, myAster has experienced significant growth, becoming a key player in delivering digital healthcare solutions in the UAE. The app?ÇÖs monthly active users now exceed 750,000, underscoring the rising adoption of digital health services in the region.myAster offers a seamless, integrated healthcare experience through features such as appointment booking, teleconsultations, e-commerce, and home delivery. Recent enhancements include the introduction of Health Profile and Lab on App, which enable users to monitor key health metrics and access prescriptions, lab results, and radiology reports in one place.Nalla Karunanithy, with 15 years of experience in digital and technology leadership, is expected to lead the next phase of growth for myAster, driving innovation and expanding its reach. He brings a track record of successful digital transformations across various industries, including launching the region?ÇÖs first unmanned grocery store and autonomous warehouses.Alisha Moopen, Managing Director and Group CEO of Aster DM Healthcare, emphasized the significance of digital transformation for the healthcare sector in the Middle East. ?Ç£Digital transformation is the way forward, and the growth of myAster is a testament to this trend. With Nalla?ÇÖs expertise, we are confident in taking our digital health arm to the next level as we continue expanding in the region.?Ç¥Karunanithy expressed excitement about his new role, highlighting plans to leverage AI and data analytics to further enhance patient care. ?Ç£My focus will be on driving innovation to create seamless, patient-centric digital experiences that make healthcare more accessible, predictive, and personalized,?Ç¥ he stated.The appointment aligns with Aster DM Healthcare?ÇÖs broader vision of revolutionizing the healthcare experience through technology, setting new standards for convenience, quality, and patient empowerment across the GCC.