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Posted on 24-09-2025
NMC Healthcare acquires Al Ain’s Orthoplus Bone and Joint Center
NMC Healthcare group (“NMC”), a leading integrated private healthcare provider in the United Arab Emirates (“UAE”), has acquired Orthoplus Bone and Joint Center in Al Ain as it expands its services for patients across the Emirates. Established in 2017, Orthoplus is a well-known, JCI ‘Gold Seal of Approval’-accredited multispecialty clinic providing Orthopaedics, Physiotherapy, Urology, Dental, Neurosurgery, Family Medicine, and General Medicine. It is located near to NMC Specialty Hospital Al Ain, offering services to the residents of the densely populated Central District of Al Ain.
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Posted on 22-09-2025
Abu Dhabi Biobank expands access to cord blood banking services with major NMC Healthcare partnership
In a move to advance personalized healthcare and expand its operations, Abu Dhabi Biobank has announced a collaboration with NMC Healthcare, one of the largest private healthcare providers in the region, to offer private cord blood storge services for families, helping secure a healthier future for their children, as well as public cord blood storage services to support research and the development of innovative treatments that are shaping the future of healthcare.
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Posted on 02-09-2025
NMC Healthcare makes primary care more accessible across the UAE
NMC Healthcare is making it easier for communities across the UAE to access essential healthcare with the expansion of its nationwide primary care services, now available at 12 hospitals and standalone clinics in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah, including two new community-based clinics at Al Riyadh and Yas Island in Abu Dhabi. This initiative brings together routine check-ups, preventive screenings, chronic disease management, and specialised care into a single, coordinated network, making healthcare more seamless, proactive, and personalised for individuals and families. This expansion aligns with the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi’s plan to transform healthcare delivery through a stronger emphasis on accessible, inclusive, and preventive primary care and is part of NMC’s strategy to enhance and expand their services nationwide.
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Posted on 27-08-2025
NMC Healthcare appoints Snowflake to advance real-time analytics and patient care in the UAE
NMC Healthcare appoints Snowflake to advance real-time analytics and patient care in the UAE Abu Dhabi, UAE – 27 August 2025 – NMC Healthcare group (“NMC”), a leading integrated private healthcare provider in the United Arab Emirates, is using Snowflake, the AI Data Cloud company to transform NMC’s digital and operational processes, following a signing event held at NMC’s Abu Dhabi headquarters.
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Posted on 21-08-2025
Successful Removal of Rare Adrenal Tumor in a High-Risk Patient
NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah has successfully performed a highly complex laparoscopic surgery to remove a rare adrenal tumor in a 62-year-old Emirati woman weighing 160 kg with a BMI of 59, marking a milestone in advanced minimally invasive surgery in the UAE.
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Posted on 21-08-2025
NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah Diagnoses Childhood Leukemia Through Sharp Clinical Vigilance
NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah Diagnoses Childhood Leukemia Through Sharp Clinical Vigilance In a compelling case that underscores the life-saving power of early diagnosis and expert collaboration, doctors at NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah identified and confirmed a rare and aggressive form of childhood blood cancer—B-lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL)—in a previously healthy 10-year-old boy, thanks to an unwavering commitment to clinical vigilance and multidisciplinary teamwork.
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Posted on 13-08-2025
NMC Healthcare hosts 3-day series supporting MOHAP’s Hayat initiative for World Organ Donation Day
NMC Healthcare (‘NMC’) is proud to host three days of educational sessions on organ donation, starting today, 13 August 2025, in observance of World Organ Donation Day. This initiative aims to raise public awareness about the critical importance of organ donation and encourage organ donor registrations in the UAE. The educational sessions are open to the public and will take place at five of NMC Healthcare’s major hospitals in Sharjah, Dubai, and Abu Dhabi. The campaign is organised in collaboration with Hayat - the UAE’s National Program for Donation and Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissues, led by the UAE’s Ministry of Health & Prevention (‘MOHAP’), which encourages UAE residents over the age of 18 to register as organ donors. Hayat follows international standards and best practices to promote safe and effective organ donation.
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Posted on 30-07-2025
Doctors warn soaring heat driving surge in food poisoning cases
As summer temperatures soar across the UAE, doctors are warning of a noticeable uptick in cases of food poisoning and diarrhoea. The extreme heat creates a perfect breeding ground for bacteria, especially when food is not stored, handled, or prepared properly, medical experts say. “We do tend to see a spike in food poisoning cases during the hotter months,” said Dr Ahmed Javid, Specialist in Internal Medicine at Zulekha Hospital Dubai.
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Posted on 25-07-2025
Asthma, allergy cases rise in UAE as dust and heat grip the nation
With dusty conditions across the UAE and summer heat peaking, hospitals are reporting a rise in patients suffering from respiratory and heat-related illnesses. Emergency rooms are reportedly busier with more cases of asthma attacks, allergic reactions, eye irritation, fainting, dehydration and chest discomfort. Doctors are urging residents to take extra precautions, especially for children, the elderly, and those with chronic health conditions.
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Posted on 22-07-2025
Some schools ban trolley bags for students; here's why
Even as families are yet to begin their back-to-school shopping amid the summer break, some parents have received circulars urging them to reconsider their bag choices. Educators and healthcare professionals are urging parents to prioritise safety and smart habits over convenience or trends when choosing a school bag.
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