Hospital Directory

UAE Public hospitals, where the medical facilities are very good, will deal with emergencies free of charge, however it would be wise to take out medical insurance or International Health Insurance to cover all eventualities, especially if you need to attend a private hospital or clinic where treatment can be quite expensive. In all instances, medical procedures, including the use of sterilized needles and the provision of blood transfusions are very reliable.

Ambulance service 998 or 999

Abu Dhabi (Inter-emirate telephone prefix 02, 009712 international calls)
Abu Dhabi Central Hospital	general --------------------- emergencies	02 6214666 02 6344663
Corniche Hospital	general --------------------- emergencies	02 6724900 02 6989220
Al Jazirah - For nationals only		02 6214800
Al Mafraq - The main government hospital		02 5823100
Al Noor Hospital		02 6265265
Al Salama Hospital		02 6711220
Ahlia Hospital		02 6267267
Al Manara International Hospital		02 6218888
Dar al-Shifaa Hospital		02 4435555
John Hopkins Medicine International		02 6765328
National Hospital		02 6711000
New Medical Centre Hospital		02 6332255
Al Ain (Inter-emirate telephone prefix 03, 009713 international calls)
Tawwam Hospital		03 7677444
Al Ain Hospital (Al Jimi)		03 7635888
Al Hayat Hospital		03 7660999
Emirates International Hospital		03 7669888
Oasis Hospital		03 7641251
Specialized Medical Care Hospital		03 7662291
Dubai (Inter-emirate telephone prefix 04, 009714 international calls)
Al Maktoum Hospital	general --------------------- emergencies	04 2221211 04 2284584
Rashid Hospital	general --------------------- emergencies	04 3374000 04 3371323
off Oud Metha Rd., near Al Maktoum Bridge, Bur Dubai.
Al Amal Hospital		04 3444010
Al Baraha Hospital		04 2710000
Al Dowali Pvt Hospital		04 2212484
Al Khaleej Apollo Heart Scan & Medical Centre		04 2940786
Al Wasl Hospital		04 3241111
Allied Diagnostic Centre		04 3328111
American Hospital Dubai		04 3367777
Belhoul International Hospital Center		04 3454000
Kuwait Hospital		04 2710000
Iranian Hospital		04 3440250
Neurosurgical and Spinal Specialist Hospital		04 3462600
New Dubai Hospital	general --------------------- emergencies	04 2229171 04 2215636
New Medical Centre Hospital		04 2683131
Ultra Care Medical Group		04 2230033
Welcare Hospital LLC		04 2827788
Sharjah (Inter-emirate telephone prefix is 06, 009716 for international calls)
Kuwait Hospital - Open 24 hours for emergency and health cardholders		06 5242111
New Al Qassimi Hospital - Reserved for national patients. Open 24 hours for emergency and health cardholders.		06 5386444
Al Dhaid Hospital		06 8822221
Zulekha Hospital		06 5378866
Al Zahra Private Hospital		06 5619999
Dibba Hospital		09 2446666
Kalba Hospital		09 2777011
Khor Fakkan Hospital		09 2370222
Ajman
Ajman Hospital		06 7422227
Al Zahra Hospital		06 7430656
Kuwait Hospital (accidents)		06 7448585
Umm al-Qaiwain
Umm al-Qaiwain Hospital		06 7656888
Ra's al-Khaimah (Inter-emirate telephone prefix is 07, 009717 for international calls)
Al Zahrawi Hospital		07 2288544
Saqr Hospital	general --------------------- emergencies	07 2223666 07 2223655
Fujairah
New Fujairah Hospital		09 2224611

Remarkably, the UAE was one of only two countries with no reported cases of holiday illnesses recorded in a survey by the leading British consumer magazine, Holiday Which? This is a tribute to the success of government immunization programmes, the provision of adequate clean water and high standards of cleanliness in hotels and restaurants.

Vaccinations

No special immunizations are required, however it would be wise to check beforehand if you are travelling from a health-risk area. Tetanus inoculations are usually recommended if you are considering a long trip. Polio has been virtually eradicated in the UAE and hepatitis is very rare and can be avoided by taking precautions. Hepatitis A is transmitted by contaminated food and water, Hepatitis B, C, D through sexual contact, the use of unsterilized needles and blood transfusions.

Malaria

There are very few mosquitoes in the towns and cities and, since it is not considered to be a risk, malaria tablets are rarely prescribed for travel in the UAE. However, mosquitoes will find you if you are camping near the mountains or exploring wadis or date groves in the evening, so cover up and use a suitable insect repellent as it is always safer to avoid being bitten. If you are in any doubt consult your doctor or your nearest tropical medical centre before your trip.

Sunburn

The sun can be fierce throughout the year so heatstroke and heat exhaustion are always a risk. Adequate sunglasses, hats and high factor sun creams are essential, especially for children.

Health insurance

Public hospitals, where the medical facilities are very good, will deal with emergencies free of charge, however it would be wise to take out medical insurance to cover all eventualities, especially if you need to attend a private hospital or clinic where treatment can be quite expensive. In all instances, medical procedures, including the use of sterilized needles and the provision of blood transfusions are very reliable.

Doctors

If you need a doctor, ask at your hotel, or ring your embassy for recommendations. If you need emergency treatment and are unable to contact a doctor, try one of the major hospitals listed below.

Pharmacies

Most medicines are readily available at pharmacies. Each emirate has at least one pharmacy open 24 hours a day. Check in local newspapers for information. In some emirates a 24-hour municipality emergency number (Abu Dhabi 02 777 929; Dubai 04 2232323) lists the locations of open chemists.

Dentists

Good dentists are readily available, including orthodontists.

Alternative medicine

Chinese medicine is readily available. There is also a homeopathic hospital.

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