Burjeel Medical City (BMC)

Burjeel Medical City (BMC) is a quaternary care hospital in Abu Dhabi. Established in 1989, it is the flagship facility of Burjeel Holdings. The hospital spans 1.2 million square feet and covers more than 60 medical specialties. It provides high-acuity care for complex cases in the United Arab Emirates.

Accreditations and Achievements

The hospital holds major international certifications that verify its clinical standards. These include Joint Commission International (JCI) and the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO). Laboratory services are accredited by the College of American Pathologists (CAP) and ISO 15189.

The facility has earned several operational and quality recognitions:

• Department of Health – Abu Dhabi recognition
• Emirates International Accreditation Centre (EIAC) certification
• Emerald Muashir Award for sustainability in large hospitals
• Temos international healthcare accreditation
• Global Healthcare Accreditation for Medical Travel Services

BMC is also certified as a Great Place To Work. The medical team includes over 200 Western-board-certified physicians.

Specialized Medical Institutes

The hospital uses an institute-led model to treat specific conditions. The Burjeel Transplant Institute performs complex organ transplants, including pediatric liver transplants. The Thyroid & Parathyroid Center partners with Kansas University for endocrine disorders.

Orthopedics and Limb Correction

The Burjeel Orthopedic Institute focuses on joint-saving techniques and musculoskeletal oncology. Dr. Dror Paley, a consultant orthopedic surgeon, has performed over 25,000 surgeries. His team specializes in Limb Lengthening and Deformity Correction (LLRS) for adults and children.

Orthopedic procedures available at the center include:

• Revision and re-revision of knee and hip replacements
• ACL repair and reconstruction for sports injuries
• Treatment for skeletal dysplasia and limb length discrepancies
• Musculoskeletal oncology for sarcomas and bone tumors
• Minimally invasive orthopedic surgeries

Neuroscience and Neurosurgery

The Neuroscience Institute handles complex brain and spine disorders. Dr. Naeem Farooqi leads the department with around 30 years of experience. The team uses awake craniotomy to remove lesions while protecting speech and motor functions.

Specialized neurosurgical services include:

• Endoscopic third ventriculostomy (ETV) for pediatric patients
• Skull base surgeries using endoscopic endonasal approaches
• Spinal fixation and fusion procedures such as ACDF
• Image-guided resection of intra-axial brain lesions

Oncology and Radiation Therapy

Radiation oncologists at BMC treat glioblastoma, gliomas, and secondary spine tumors. Dr. Majed Alghamdi holds American and Canadian board certifications in this field. The hospital provides Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) and Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT) for precise tumor targeting.

Oncology services cover various cancer types:

• Total body irradiation for advanced cases
• Pediatric oncology programs
• Treatment for breast, lung, and gastric cancers
• Specialized care at the Thalassemia & Sickle Cell Center

Diagnostic Technology

The hospital has 350+ beds and uses advanced imaging for diagnosis. Specialists use PET-CT and SPECT-CT for detailed metabolic and structural scans. For breast health, the center uses HOLOGIC 3D mammography for higher detection accuracy. Standard MRI systems support the neurology and orthopedic departments.

Support for International Patients

Global Patient Services offers a concierge-style experience for those traveling from abroad. A dedicated team coordinates the entire medical journey. Staff also assist with travel arrangements and local accommodation near the hospital.

The hospital offers the following services for international visitors:

• Translation services during medical consultations
• Airport transfer coordination
• Dedicated care coordinators for treatment planning
• Concierge support throughout the hospital stay

Staff speak Arabic, English, Russian, and Hindi. These services help patients manage multidisciplinary care in a foreign setting.