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About American Hospital Dubai
American Hospital Dubai was the first hospital in the UAE to receive JCI accreditation and has maintained a close clinical affiliation model with US healthcare standards since its founding in 1996. It operates as one of Dubai's most established private hospitals, with particular strength in cardiology and general surgery.
The hospital's location in central Dubai and its long operational history have built deep relationships with the region's substantial expatriate and medical tourism patient base, particularly from South Asia, the wider Gulf region, and Russia.
Accreditations & Certifications
JCI
Medical Specialties
CardiologyOrthopedicsOncologyGeneral Surgery
Languages Spoken
EnglishArabicRussianHindi
Awards & Achievements
- First UAE hospital to receive JCI accreditation
- 28+ years of continuous operation
- Consistently ranked among Dubai's top private hospitals
- Close clinical affiliation model referencing US healthcare standards
Honest Assessment: Strengths and Limitations
Every hospital has genuine strengths and real tradeoffs. Here is our editorial assessment of American Hospital Dubai, based on published outcomes data, accreditation records, and patterns reported by verified patients:
✓ Genuine Strengths
- Genuine pioneer status as UAE's first JCI-accredited hospital reflects sustained long-term quality commitment
- Central Dubai location offers excellent accessibility and proximity to extensive recovery accommodation options
- Deep, established relationships with South Asian, Gulf, and Russian patient communities specifically
⚠ Worth Knowing Before You Book
- Dubai cost of living and central location commands premium pricing relative to other UAE options
- Smaller bed count (140) than some larger regional competitors limits capacity for the most complex multi-specialty cases
- High demand from established local expatriate community can affect elective booking availability during peak periods
Patient Reviews
Dr. Shamoon's angioplasty procedure and follow-up care were exceptional. Central Dubai location made recovery accommodation logistics simple.
Knee replacement outcome at 10 months has been excellent. Dr. Saad's US fellowship training was evident in her thorough, systematic approach.
Very good clinical care throughout. Smaller hospital than I expected but the actual medical expertise was consistently strong.
Doctors at This Hospital
A selection of specialists treating international patients at this facility — ask your coordinator to confirm your specific treating physician during consultation.
Dr. Fayez Shamoon
Chief of Cardiology
25+ years of interventional cardiology experience, trained in the United States with extensive complex angioplasty case experience.
Dr. Rima Saad
Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon
Specialises in joint replacement and sports medicine with fellowship training from a leading US orthopaedic centre.
Sample Procedure Pricing
| Procedure | Typical Price Range |
|---|---|
| Coronary Angioplasty with Stent | $9,000-15,000 |
| Total Knee Replacement | $11,000-17,000 |
| Comprehensive Health Screening | $700-1,400 |
| General Surgery (laparoscopic) | $5,000-9,000 |
Prices are indicative ranges based on quotes collected as of Q1 2025 and vary by individual case complexity. Request a personalised quote for an exact figure.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Patients booking through InterHealthTour receive dedicated coordination support from first enquiry through post-treatment follow-up, including accommodation booking assistance, airport transfer confirmation, and translation of any documentation you need for your home doctor. We recommend specialist medical tourism insurance for any surgical procedure booked here.
What to Expect: Your Patient Journey
Most international patients booking American Hospital Dubai through InterHealthTour follow a broadly similar sequence, though timing varies with procedure complexity. It typically begins with a remote consultation — usually video, sometimes a structured written review of your medical records and imaging — during which the treating team, led where relevant by Dr. Fayez Shamoon or a colleague in the same department, outlines whether you are a suitable candidate for the procedure you are enquiring about and provides an itemised cost estimate in writing.
Once you confirm and travel dates are set, most patients arrive in Dubai 1-3 days before the procedure for final pre-operative assessment, blood work, and imaging where needed. Airport transfer coordination and accommodation booking near the hospital are handled by your InterHealthTour coordinator alongside the hospital's own international patient office. Length of hospital stay and total time in UAE depends heavily on the specific procedure — your coordinator will give you a realistic estimate specific to your case during the quote stage rather than a generic figure that may not reflect your actual treatment plan.
Before discharge, you receive full documentation translated into English (and your preferred language where feasible), covering the procedure performed, medication instructions, and a follow-up schedule. For cardiology and orthopedics procedures specifically, American Hospital Dubai's international patient team typically arranges at least one video follow-up consultation after you return home, with further calls available if you have questions during recovery.
Recovery, Aftercare and Staying in Touch
Recovery expectations vary enormously by procedure, and American Hospital Dubai's care team will set out a realistic timeline specific to your treatment during your pre-operative consultation rather than a generic estimate. What is consistent across procedures booked through InterHealthTour at this hospital is the availability of a discharge summary in your language, a clear medication and activity schedule, and a named point of contact for questions once you are back home — not left to guess whether a symptom during recovery is normal or worth flagging.
If a complication does arise after you return home, American Hospital Dubai's international patient office can liaise directly with your local doctor, sharing your full treatment records and imaging on request. This kind of continuity is one of the more practically important, if less glamorous, things worth confirming before booking any procedure abroad — ask your coordinator specifically how this would work for your case before you travel, rather than assuming it will be straightforward.
Who This Hospital Tends to Suit Best
Based on the pattern of bookings InterHealthTour has coordinated with American Hospital Dubai, patients who tend to be most satisfied are specifically those seeking cardiology or orthopedics care, comfortable with English, Arabic, Russian and Hindi as the primary languages of communication, and who have done at least some independent comparison against one or two other accredited options in UAE or elsewhere before committing. Patients whose needs sit clearly within this hospital's stated specialties tend to report the most consistent outcomes.
As with any medical tourism decision, this profile is a starting point for your own research rather than a substitute for it. We encourage you to request an itemised quote, ask the specific questions raised in the FAQ section above, and — for anything beyond routine, low-risk procedures — seek a second opinion before travelling. See our medical tourism safety guide for a fuller checklist applicable to any clinic you are considering, not just this one.
A Note on Cost Transparency
Published price ranges from American Hospital Dubai, starting from $2,800 for its most accessible listed procedures, reflect quotes collected as of Q1 2025 and are deliberately shown as ranges rather than single figures — the width of that range usually comes down to case complexity, anaesthesia requirements, length of hospital stay, and whether any complications or additional treatment are needed once your surgeon has actually assessed you in person, not just from photographs or a written history. Treat any quote you receive before an in-person or thorough video assessment as provisional. A reputable clinic, including this one, should be willing to explain in plain terms what could move your specific price toward the top or bottom of the published range, and should confirm the final itemised cost in writing before your procedure date, not verbally on the day.
Our Assessment
American Hospital Dubai is one of InterHealthTour's verified partner hospitals in UAE, selected for its JCI accreditation and the specific strengths outlined above. Request quotes from at least two or three accredited options in UAE before committing, and use the questions in our relevant treatment guide to evaluate them consistently.
Before booking, request written confirmation of your specific surgeon, exact package inclusions, and the clinic's policy on results guarantees — a reputable clinic will provide all three without hesitation.
This profile was last reviewed and updated by InterHealthTour's medical advisory board in Q1 2025, reflecting current accreditation status and pricing data collected from the hospital directly.
Request an itemised written quote before travel confirming exactly which services — consultation, procedure, medication, transfers, accommodation — are included in your package price.
How We Verified This Clinic
This profile is compiled from publicly available accreditation records, InterHealthTour's own partnership due diligence (facility inspection, credential verification, complaint history review), and verified patient reviews collected through completed bookings on our platform. We do not accept payment for positive coverage — see our How We Earn policy.