The document discusses the paradigm shift in HR practices in the healthcare sector in the United Arab Emirates. It notes that healthcare depends heavily on its workforce and that HR accounts for a large portion of healthcare budgets. It also discusses the need for HR transformation, including moving to integrated talent management and operational HR models. Key trends in HR include focusing on leadership development, employee engagement, talent analytics, and technology and social media. The new HR operational model emphasizes delivering value through operations, talent management, and strategic workforce planning.