Emaar Healthcare Group LLC (EHG), the wholly owned subsidiary of Emaar Properties, has signed the first of its kind public-private partnership (PPP) agreement with the Department of Health and Medical Services in Dubai (DOHMS), the leading medical service provider in the region, to open specialized medical facilities in Dubai.
Mr Mohamed Ali Alabbar, Chairman, Emaar Properties, and Mr Omar Al Shunnar, Executive Director, Emaar Healthcare Group, signed the landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Mr Qadhi Al Murooshid, Director General, DOHMS. The long-term agreement will further strengthen Dubai’s medical sector through the international medical facilities to be introduced by Emaar along with the comprehensive medical care DOHMS provides to the society.
“One of the founding objectives of EHG has been to strengthen public-private partnerships (PPPs), which, we believe, are the most effective way to share the best practices of the private sector with the public at large,” said Mr Alabbar. “The MoU will pave the way for complementing the high standards of DOHMS with specialized medical services that will be introduced and managed by Emaar Healthcare.”
He added: “This strategic partnership between EHG and DOHMS is also in line with the UAE Government Strategy unveiled by UAE Vice President and Prime Minister His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum. The development plan emphasizes on encouraging the private sector to play a bigger role in developing the healthcare system in the UAE.”
As part of the agreement, EHG will collaborate with DOHMS in introducing an advanced Diabetes Medical Centre in association with international specialists and setting up centres of excellence in various medical disciplines and services, as well as developing a new exclusive Premium Maternity Care Centre in Dubai with a focus on services for women.
Mr Al Murooshid said: “DOHMS is committed to delivering an effective healthcare infrastructure that matches international standards. The partnership with EHG will lend momentum to our development initiatives and bring in world-class professionals and expertise for the benefit of Dubai’s public and its future generation. At DOHMS, we strive to meet the needs and exceed the expectations of the people of Dubai, the UAE and the Gulf region. We, therefore, ensure that we have the international expertise to fulfil all medical requirements in comfortable and reassuring surroundings.”
“EHG adopts an integrated approach to healthcare, whereby international advances in medial technology and sciences are brought in for the benefit of the public and the medical professionals in the region. Emaar’s initiatives reflect the development action plan of DOHMS and the demand for specialized medical services from the public,” said Mr Shunnar.
“The Centres of Excellence will be in diverse fields of medicine including Cardiology, Thoracic Surgery, Oncology, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Medical Rehabilitation, and will serve as reference centre for medical research and treatment,” added Mr Shunnar.
In collaboration with DOHMS, EHG will also explore the possibility of setting up an advanced Central Medical Laboratory and support the management of the Department’s clinics and hospitals. A comprehensive solution for Medical Fitness Certification including the implementation of specialized mobile solutions, and a reference centre for Reproductive Medicine are also understudy.
EHG has a development outlay of AED 18.35 billion (US$5 billion) to develop world-class medical centres in the emerging markets of the Middle East and North Africa, the Indian Subcontinent and South East Asia. Emaar’s diversification into healthcare is in line with its Vision 2010 to become one of the most valuable companies in the world.
DOHMS continues to expand its services in primary and secondary care, plus selective tertiary services, to include Centers of Excellence in – Trauma and Emergency, Heart, Fertility, and Genetics. To support the tremendous growth and development of Dubai, DOHMS has set up a brand new, world-class trauma facility (Trauma and Emergency Center) to provide top-of-the line and professional medical services for all trauma and emergency cases.
The Trauma and Emergency Centre, launched in September 2006, is the first of its kind in Asia, in terms of size, quality and the breadth of medical and technical services available. The centre has 146 beds including 11 critical care beds, and is equipped with the latest equipment and technology including stats scan and PACS x-ray system. The full-fledged Trauma Centre differs from general hospitals by providing an aggressive team approach to patients resulting in the shortest possible interval from injury to definitive care.
About Emaar Properties PJSC:
Emaar Properties PJSC is one of the world’s largest real estate companies and is rapidly evolving to become a global provider of premier lifestyles. Powered by its Vision 2010 to become one of the most valuable companies in the world, Emaar is charting a new course of growth with a two-pronged strategy of geographical expansion and business segmentation.
Listed on the Dubai Financial Market, part of the Dow Jones Arabia Titans Index and certified to ISO9001:2000 for quality standards, Emaar is developing Burj Dubai, on its way to become the world’s tallest tower. Emaar’s portfolio currently covers the following countries: the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Syria, Lebanon, Morocco, Egypt, Turkey, Libya, India, Pakistan, Indonesia, the US, the UK, France and Canada.
Emaar has strengthened its product sale competencies, market reach and best practices through strategic acquisitions and joint ventures. Emaar acquired John Laing Homes, America’s second largest privately held home builder; Hamptons International, UK’s premier realtor; and formed a joint venture with US-based Turner International to strengthen execution capabilities. Emaar has joined hands with Giorgio Armani and Accor Hotels to strengthen its presence in hospitality, and will launch ten luxury Armani resorts and hotels world-wide and 100 Formule 1 budget hotels in India.
Emaar holds 30 per cent equity in Dubai Bank, focused on retail and commercial banking. Emaar is also the largest shareholder in Amlak Finance, UAE's leading Islamic home financing company. For more information, visit www.emaar.com.
About Emaar Healthcare Group LLC:
Emaar Healthcare Group LLC is the wholly-owned healthcare subsidiary of Emaar Properties PJSC, the Dubai-based property developer with a significant presence in 16 countries world-wide. With an initial investment outlay of AED 18.35 billion (US$5 billion), Emaar Healthcare plans to develop and manage 100 hospitals, clinics and medical centres in the Middle East and North Africa region, the Indian Subcontinent and South East Asia for the over ten years.
These centres will offer world-class health services and also work to strengthen the healthcare sector of the various countries through effective public-private partnerships. Emaar Healthcare will also form strategic tie-ups with renowned medical specialists to bring about and set best practice standards in all the regions it serves.
