Dubai Issues Resolution Regulating Healthcare Activities And Professions

Sheikh Hamdan, the Crown Prince of Dubai, has issued a new resolution regulating healthcare activities and professions in the emirate. The resolution, which aims to establish a comprehensive, high-quality healthcare system in Dubai, is applicable to all establishments involved in providing healthcare services in the emirate, including those based in special development zones and free zones.

Notably, the resolution applies to all professionals practising in all healthcare facilities across Dubai. At the same time, professionals in federal government entities and their affiliated healthcare institutions and facilities operating in Dubai are exempt from the purview of the new resolution. As per the resolution, the Dubai Health Authority is responsible for investigating complaints against healthcare professionals. DHA can impose penalties, conduct clinical audits, and refer violations to the Medical Practice Committee.

As per Resolution No. (49) of 2024, healthcare facilities or professionals are prohibited from operating in the emirate without a permit from the DHA, reported the Dubai Media Office. Meanwhile, healthcare facilities are not permitted to employ unlicensed professionals or visiting doctors, and neither professionals nor facilities may engage in healthcare activities without prior approval from the authority. The latest resolution also highlights the conditions and procedures for licensing healthcare facilities and professionals. Facilities and professionals are not allowed to transfer their licenses without prior approval from the DHA, subject to conditions set by the Director General.