Abu Dhabi: Over 4,000 to benefit from updated home healthcare services

  • Date: 05-Sep-2021
  • Source: Zawya
  • Sector:Healthcare
  • Country:UAE
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Abu Dhabi: Over 4,000 to benefit from updated home healthcare services

The department said it updated the home care model after approving a list of service providers who met all the necessary requirements. These requirements will ensure that patients receive the best home care services in accordance with the highest international standards and global best practices. The DoH approved 77 home care service providers in Abu Dhabi, with services covering more than 4,000 patients. The selected service providers met a set of requirements and standards in accordance with international accreditations, the provision of ongoing healthcare services and proximity to patients' place of residence. Dr Jamal Al Kaabi, Undersecretary of the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi, said: "The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi is committed to updating and implementing advanced models of care that enhance the efficiency of the sector and contribute to the provision of healthcare services, in accordance with the highest international standards. "We continue to improve the healthcare sector to guarantee that residents receive high-quality services that are readily available and that ultimately enhance their experience. The emirate's advanced models of care will ensure that residents have continued access to services by certified, experienced and qualified specialists." He added: "Initiating the updated model of care for home