Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, part of M42 Group, has played a vital role in advancing complex care in the region over the past 10 years, supporting Abu Dhabi’s vision for healthcare excellence and reinforcing its position as a global medical leader.
During its 10-year journey, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi has treated more than 6.8 million patients and delivered more than 175,000 surgical procedures.
In 2024 alone, the hospital received more than 1 million patients and performed more than 26,000 surgical procedures.
Since opening in 2015, the hospital was mandated with delivering world-class complex care for Abu Dhabi and the region, and since then it has performed over 800 life-changing transplants, 550 transcatheter valve replacements and over 6,400 neurosurgeries, and has introduced hundreds of groundbreaking medical innovations that have transformed healthcare in the region.
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi was established with a mission to provide highly specialized and skilled critical care locally, reducing the need for patients in the UAE to travel abroad for complex treatments. Over the last 10 years, it has evolved into a destination for medical excellence, pioneering innovation across multiple specialties, including transplant, cardiovascular and thoracic care, oncology, ophthalmology and neurology.
With eight specialized institutes and a team of over 5,700 caregivers representing more than 80 nationalities, the hospital remains at the forefront of medical advancement and while catering to patients in the UAE, it now also serves those seeking complex care from abroad.
His Excellency Mansoor Ibrahim Al Mansoori, Chairman of the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi said: “In Abu Dhabi, we believe that the health of our population is one of our greatest assets. Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi plays a pivotal role in supporting our vision to create a world-class intelligent health system. The hospital is redefining the standards of complex care, attracting international physicians and patients, and setting new benchmarks in medical excellence across personalised and precision medicine, organ and tissue transplantation, cardiac care, and cancer treatments. This milestone not only highlights the hospital’s role as a catalyst for innovative healthcare but also demonstrates how strategic collaboration can transform patient care on a global scale.”
Hasan Jasem Al Nowais, Chairman of Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, said: “The success of Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi over the past decade is a testament to the UAE’s visionary leadership and commitment to partnerships. What began as a bold vision rooted in foresight and wisdom has transformed into reality, acting as a lifeline for the people of the UAE, the region and the world. Made possible through collaborations with government entities, global medical institutions and the broader healthcare community, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi is more than a hospital, it’s an institution that has become a source of hope, healing and holistic care for people. Moving forward, we remain committed to building on this to advance medical research, education and patient care, further strengthening the UAE’s position as a global leader in healthcare excellence and shaping a healthier future for future generations.”
Tom Mihaljevic, Cleveland Clinic CEO and President, said: ”Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi’s impact is tremendous. It is remarkable that in just 10 years we have created a hospital that offers the highest quality of care for UAE residents and people across the region so they can experience Cleveland Clinic care close to home.”
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Tom Mihaljevic further added, ”In addition to caring for patients, we are educating the next generation of Cleveland Clinic caregivers through multiple educational and residency programmes, and our research activity in the region is surpassing all expectations. I do not think there is any precedent to what we have been able to accomplish in such a short period of time in the history of healthcare. It is a lot to be proud of.”
Dr Georges-Pascal Haber, CEO of Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, said: “It’s truly humbling to reflect on what Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi has accomplished in just a decade. Looking ahead, the next 10 years promise even greater advancements. From the start, our mission was to deliver the most advanced and complex care to patients across the UAE and the region. Today, we stand as a beacon of excellence, driven by our unwavering commitment to patient-centred care, research and innovation. With an agile ecosystem, forward-thinking regulator and visionary leadership, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi is poised to shape the future of healthcare.”
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi has consistently led the way in innovative treatments and medical firsts, making significant progress in transplantations, being designated as a Centre of Excellence for Adult Cardiac Surgery and stroke by the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi, the launch of the Fatima bint Mubarak Center and advancement of cancer care, as well as pioneering advancements in neurological treatment.
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