Iranian Hospital, Dubai

The Iranian Hospital (Arabic: المستشفى الإيراني) in Dubai is located on the Al Wasl Road in Jumeirah. Inaugurated on 14 April 1972, it was built by and is affiliated to the Iranian Red Crescent Society, and is the oldest known provider of healthcare services in Dubai. Most of the hospital's medical staff are from the Iranian community in the UAE.[1] It is a private hospital and comes under Dubai's Department of Health and Medical Services (DOHMS).

The hospital building features an exterior of blue tilework inspired by Persian architecture, similar to the Iranian Mosque located across the road.[2] The Iranian consulate is also nearby.

Background

Construction on the hospital began in 1970 on land donated to the Iranian Red Crescent Society by Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum. The Iranian Hospital is accredited by Accreditation Canada and has received a Qmentum International Platinum rating from the body.[3] It has the capability to serve over 2500 outpatients per day.[4]

In October of 2014, the hospital opened a new facility for sub-specialty health care services. Amenities of the new extension include:

Out-patient clinics and departments

*General Physicians Clinics[5]

Internal Medicine Specialty and Sub-Specialty Clinics including:

Surgical:

Ophthalmology:

Cosmetic and Aesthetic:

Pediatric:

Women Personalized Specialty Services:

Cardiology:

Psychiatry:

Dentistry:

In-patient services

Awards

Iranian Hospital was presented with an Honorable Mention award at the Dubai Police Golden Jubilee for its cooperation with the department.[6]

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