Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City: A Strategic Joint Venture Between SEHA and Mayo Clinic

On Nov. 24, 2019, it was announced that SEHA and Mayo Clinic enter joint venture to operate Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City. In the presence of Khalid bin Mohamed bin Zayed, this partnership marks a new type of collaboration by an international health care provider in the UAE. As part of the agreement, Mayo Clinic will become a shareholder in the new operating company. The collaborators have a common goal: to be the preferred destination for patients needing serious and complex care in Abu Dhabi, and the premier destination for medical care in the Middle East over the next decade.

Advanced Clinical Facilities and Specialized Care

Collaboration will develop this complex care hospital into an international medical destination. Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City is a 741-licensed bed hospital designed to provide specialty care across a range of clinical practices, setting new benchmarks for medical care in the UAE. During an official visit, HH Sheikh Khalid bin Mohamed bin Zayed toured Shakhbout Medical City and checked the facilities, which started providing medical service at the beginning of November. He was briefed on the services of the Cardiology Section and checked the operational model of Shakhbout Medical City. The tour included a visit to the operating room, where he was briefed on advanced technologies used to perform surgeries, as well as the advanced-burns Treatment Unit, which is the UAE’s principal centre for this specialty.

Furthermore, the hospital features a Newly-born Intensive Care Unit and a Patient Lounge. It is important to note that Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City is expected to be in full operation in early 2020. This unique partnership involves Mayo Clinic physicians, nurses, administrators and others working side by side with colleagues from SEHA.

Strategic Vision for the UAE Healthcare System

The nation’s founding fathers and wise leadership set in motion a vision to deliver world-class health care for the people of the Emirates. This partnership between SEHA and Mayo Clinic is a major development for Abu Dhabi’s and the UAE’s health care system, delivering the advanced and specialist services the community deserves. Investments like this are establishing Abu Dhabi as a global destination for health care, in line with the Department of Health’s vision to bring the world’s standards in healthcare to Abu Dhabi. As stated by Gianrico Farrugia, M.D., president and CEO of Mayo Clinic, "Mayo Clinic’s humanitarian mission and values are the foundation of our international strategy, which includes sharing and extending our culture, clinical knowledge and health care delivery expertise."

Specialized Women’s Health and Gynecological Services

When it comes to women’s health, finding the right gynecologist in Abu Dhabi City is crucial for receiving quality care. Gynecologists specialize in diagnosing and treating a range of health issues, including reproductive health, menstrual disorders, pregnancy care, and menopause management. Notably, Corniche Hospital in Abu Dhabi has been recognized as a Center of Excellence in Multidisciplinary Endometriosis Care since 2022. Below is a detailed list of top-rated healthcare providers and hospitals in the region:

• Harley Street Medical Centre — Location: Villas No. A13 - A23, A29 - A30 (Rating: 4.4/5)
• NMC Royal Medical Centre Karama Abu Dhabi — Location: 14 Al Faris St (Rating: 4.4/5)
• Al Raha Medical Centre — Location: 311 Sultan Bin Zayed The First St (Rating: 4.5/5)
• Aster Clinic, Khalidiya, Abu Dhabi — Location: United Square Apartments (Rating: 4.8/5)
• Phoenix Hospital — Location: Abu Dhabi City (Rating: 4.5/5)
• Seha Emirates Hospital — Location: Block# 37 - اللّديم (Rating: 4.7/5)
• LLH Hospital Musaffah — Location: Me 7, Al Mussafah (Rating: 4.7/5)
• Excellence Medical Center — Location: 579 Naseem AL Barr Road (Rating: 4.4/5)
• LLH Hospital Muroor Road — Location: Zone 1E3-02 (Rating: 4.5/5)