Abu Dhabi establishes Emirati Advisory Doctors Committee

The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH), the healthcare regulator of Abu Dhabi, has established the first Emirati Advisory Doctors Committee, comprising of 14 distinguished Emirati clinicians and researchers from leading healthcare providers in the emirate. 

Chaired by the Chairman of DoH, Mansoor Ibrahim Al Mansoori, the Advisory Doctors Committee aims to create a continuous dialogue platform between DoH and on-ground practitioners, and evaluate the evolving healthcare landscape and identify opportunities for improvement across various medical disciplines, including oncology, diabetes, primary care, gynaecology, infant health, mental health, cardiovascular diseases, kidney diseases, orthopaedic surgery, emergency medicine, internal medicine, genetic and genomic medicine, and cosmetic surgery. 

The committee fosters a two-way communication channel, allowing DoH to gain insights into the challenges faced by healthcare providers and enabling practitioners to offer feedback on new standards and guidelines.

As experts in their fields, committee members will provide strategic insights on research, innovation, and industry trends to shape the future of healthcare in the emirate. Their contributions are expected to enhance patient care, raise the standard of treatment, and position Abu Dhabi as a global hub for healthcare research and innovation.

The committee held its inaugural meeting and scheduled quarterly gatherings to address industry trends and challenges, and to seek feedback on enhancing the healthcare sector in Abu Dhabi.