Special Features
EHL
EHL is a healthcare management company, a joint venture between the listed South African private hospital group Medi-Clinic, the Dubai-based Varkey Group and General Electric. Medi-Clinic is one of the largest private hospital groups in the world with extensive interests in South Africa, Namibia, Switzerland and Dubai.Established in 1984, EHL formerly called Welcare World — focused from the outset on meeting and exceeding international standards in healthcare, providing both existing and prospective facilities with the best in consultancy services and operational expertise. Today, the group operates and manages some of the most successful and trusted healthcare facilities in the region. These facilities in Dubai include Welcare Hospital, Welcare Clinic Mirdif, Welcare Clinic Al Qusais, Emirates Diagnostic Clinic, Welcare Ambulatory Care Center and Welcare Diagnostic and Treatment Centre in Muscat, Oman.
The City Hospital is the group’s largest and most groundbreaking project to date. EHL has achieved success by combining strategic international alliances with in-house expertise. The team is outstanding in terms of knowledge and experience in healthcare market trends, segmentation and pricing differentials based on demographic factors. In-depth market analysis and patient surveys have honed the group’s operating skills and enabled it to increase market share and profitability.
Most importantly, EHL has never lost sight of this industry’s true value. A true measure of the group’s long track record and commitment to excellence is the Welcare Hospital which recently celebrated its 10th anniversary. The hospital offers both inpatient and outpatient services that cover a wide range of medical and surgical specialties.
Since its inception in 1998, the reputation of Welcare Hospital has reached beyond the borders of the UAE. It has become the preferred choice for local residents and GCC nationals alike. The hospital is staffed with highly qualified and experienced medical and support personnel. It provides accurate, reliable and rapid test results needed to deliver quality care in a timely fashion. Its equipment and facilities are among the best in the UAE.
In 2000, Welcare Hospital became the first private hospital in the UAE to be awarded the Dubai Quality Appreciation Programme. Welcare is also certified by the International Quality Standards Association. It is currently undergoing operational reviews to pave the way for a Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation.
Website: http://www.ehl.ae
