Kings College Hospital Dubai — British Clinical Excellence in the Heart of Dubai
About The Hospital
King's College Hospital Dubai
Dubai Hills Estate, Mohammed Bin Rashid City, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Kings College Hospital Dubai has its roots from London where it was established in the year 1840. The medical care centres of Kings College Hospital in Dubai comprise Dubai Medical Centers in Marina and Jumeirah, a Surgical and Medical Centre in Abu Dhabi, and a 100-bed facility at Dubai Hills in Mohammed bin Rashid City. Kings College Hospital is one of the most advanced and technologically equipped hospitals in Dubai, with a mission to provide world-class healthcare facilities and to be the most trusted healthcare provider in the region.
The clinical procedures and quality standards at Kings College Hospital Dubai are derived from the hospital in the UK - the legacy of the parent hospital has been carried forward in terms of quality and technology. The hospital is provided with highly experienced and expert medical and paramedical professionals. The majority of the professionals have been trained in the UK and many have the experience of working at the UK's National Health Services. Kings College Hospital has the treatment facilities for general as well as Superspeciality therapeutic areas. The hospital is known for its customised treatment: each patient is comprehensively screened and provided with optimum treatment.
In the year 1979, His Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan provided a donation to Kings College Hospital, through which the hospital set up a liver research centre - this liver research centre now ranks among the top three liver centres in the world. The hospital has advanced diagnostic and treatment facilities. Surgical rooms are equipped with technologically advanced instruments and diagnosis at the hospital is done quickly to initiate treatment as early as possible. The hospital offers services including aviation medicine, breast care, cardiology, dentistry, colorectal surgery, gastroenterology, gynaecology, endocrinology, ENT, wound and stoma care, neurology, nephrology, orthopedics, radiology, rheumatology, pulmonology, plastic surgery, vein disorders, psychiatric care, ophthalmology, obstetrics, occupational therapy, intensive therapy, treatment of insomnia, neonatal intensive care unit, mom and baby care, and liver care.
Hospital infrastructure includes 100 beds, modern operation theatres, Special Intensive Care Units, a 24/7 Emergency Department, a Covid-19 Treatment Clinic, a Wound & Stoma care centre, and Telemedicine services (Doctor on Call). Various offers are also provided to patients such as free cervical clinic, low-cost mammogram test, and vitamin D and B12 testing.
Services for Medical Value Travellers
- International Patient Services team with multilingual coordinators including Arabic-speaking staff.
- Medical visa support and hospital invitation letters for patients from outside the UAE.
- Insurance coordination with Gulf, European, American, and international insurance providers.
- Telemedicine (Doctor on Call) consultations enabling pre-travel diagnosis review with UK-trained specialists.
- Convenient Dubai Hills location - approximately 25 minutes from Dubai International Airport by road.
- Airport pickup and drop, local transportation booking, and accommodation coordination for medical visitors.
- SIM card provision, interpreter services, and in-room TV for international patients.
- Assistance in Visa Booking and Post-Surgery Care Services for patients remaining in Dubai during recovery.
Accreditations & Awards
Testimonials & Certifications
King's College Hospital Dubai has received numerous accolades and certifications, including:
- Best Hospital - Dubai at the Global Brands Magazine Awards in 2020.
- Healthcare Company of the Year at the Gulf Business Awards in 2018.
- Best Neurology Hospital at the International Hospital of the Year Awards in 2019.
- Best Patient Experience - Middle East at the Healthcare Asia Awards in 2021.
- Best Hospital for Medical Tourism at the Middle East Hospitality Awards in 2019.
- Dubai Health Authority (DHA) Licensed and Regulated - highest regulatory compliance in Dubai healthcare.
- Full Clinical Heritage with King's College Hospital London - established 1840, one of the UK's most prestigious NHS teaching hospitals.
Team & Specialisation
- Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery: British Cardiovascular Society guideline-based cardiac care covering diagnostic cardiology, interventional procedures (angioplasty, coronary stenting, TAVR, structural heart disease), complex cardiac surgery (CABG, valve repair and replacement), and advanced electrophysiology. UK-trained physicians with NHS clinical governance standards.
- Neurology & Neurosurgery: Recognised as Best Neurology Hospital at the International Hospital of the Year Awards 2019. Comprehensive neurology covering stroke management, epilepsy, movement disorders, multiple sclerosis, and dementia. Neurosurgery for brain tumours, cerebrovascular disease, and spinal disorders.
- Orthopedics & Sports Medicine: UK FRCS (Orth)-qualified orthopaedic surgeons performing total knee and hip replacement, revision arthroplasty, ACL and ligament reconstruction, shoulder surgery, and sports medicine. British NICE guideline standards applied to all orthopaedic procedures.
- Ophthalmology: Full-service ophthalmology including cataract surgery with premium IOL implantation, LASIK and SMILE refractive surgery, glaucoma management, macular degeneration treatment, and diabetic retinopathy. UK-trained consultant ophthalmologists with low-cost screening programmes for mammography and cervical health.
- Gastroenterology & Liver Care: Comprehensive gastroenterology including therapeutic endoscopy, colonoscopy, liver disease management, and the hospital's internationally recognised liver research centre - ranked among the world's top three liver centres following a donation by HH Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan in 1979.
- Gynaecology, Obstetrics & Reproductive Medicine: Comprehensive women's healthcare from antenatal care and delivery (including high-risk obstetrics with 24-hour consultant cover), to IVF and reproductive medicine, gynaecological oncology, and minimally invasive gynaecological surgery. A dedicated Mom and Baby Care unit serves newborn and maternal health needs.
- ENT & Head and Neck Surgery: Full-service ear, nose, and throat care including rhinology, sinus surgery, head and neck oncology, cochlear implantation assessment, and wound and stoma care. Occupational therapy and intensive therapy support complex ENT rehabilitation.
- Internal Medicine & Chronic Disease: British GP and physician standards applied to outpatient management of diabetes, hypertension, respiratory medicine, rheumatology, nephrology, and pulmonology. The hospital's vein disorder clinic, insomnia treatment programme, and occupational therapy complete the internal medicine offering.
Treatments Offered
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Doctors
Dr. Nicholas Sabah
Consultant Cardiologist & Interventional Cardiologist
MRCP; FRCP; Fellow of European Society of Cardiology; Training - King's College Hospital London
Dr. Mark Falworth
Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
MBBS; FRCS (Orth); Fellow - Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, UK
Dr. Nadia Kabbani
Consultant Reproductive Medicine & IVF
MD; MRCOG; Fellowship Reproductive Medicine - UK
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Kings College Hospital Dubai provides services across a vast number of fields. The most popular procedures are in Kidney Cancer Treatment, along with comprehensive orthopaedic, cardiac, neurological, and ophthalmological care. The hospital also performs cosmetic and reconstructive procedures, transplantation treatments, and cancer treatment, with all treatments guided by exceptionally proficient UK-trained physicians and surgeons.
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- Beds100+
- Established2014
- Rating4.5 / 5.0
- Reviews1
- Destinations🇦🇪 UAE
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