His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Zayed Charitable and Humanitarian Foundation, inaugurated the state-of-the-art center in a ceremony attended by senior officials including Her Excellency Dr. Noura Khamis Al Ghaithi, Undersecretary of the Department of Health, and Dr. Shamsheer Vayalil, Founder and Chairman of Burjeel Holdings. The event also drew His Excellency Humaid Al Neyadi, Director of the Office of the Chairman of the Presidential Court, along with Dr. Ghuwaya Al-Neyadi and representatives from prominent local families, according to a Burjeel Holdings announcement. Equipped with advanced diagnostic technologies, the facility marks the first integrated urgent care and day surgery model in the Al Dhahir area and targets improved accessibility for residents in Um Ghafah, Mezyad and nearby districts who previously faced long commutes for such services.
The center specializes in multiple fields ranging from orthopedics and gastroenterology to ENT, urology, dermatology, ophthalmology, general surgery, pain management, gynecology, plastic surgery, pediatrics, family medicine, internal medicine and dental surgery, the announcement detailed. A dedicated physiotherapy and rehabilitation department further supports its community health focus, allowing for rapid treatment and recovery without extended inpatient stays. This model combines urgent care with day surgery to address both immediate needs and planned procedures under one roof, enhancing overall efficiency.
Dr. Noura Khamis Al Ghaithi stated, “We are delighted to attend the opening of the Burjeel Day Surgery Center in Al Dhahir. This Center, catering to all segments of society and offering integrated services that focus on both preventive and curative aspects, is a significant addition to the community. All partners have collaborated closely to establish this facility which will provide day surgery services along with consultations in various specialties. We wish continued success to the Center.” The integration aligns with broader efforts by the Department of Health to strengthen regional healthcare infrastructure. Complex cases at the new site will transfer seamlessly to Burjeel Royal Hospital or Burjeel Royal Asharej for advanced intervention.
John Sunil, CEO of Burjeel Holdings, said in the announcement, “The launch of the Day Surgery Center in Al Dhahir aligns with our commitment to expanding our care network to the broader Al Ain community. This advanced facility is designed to deliver top-tier, accessible, and efficient healthcare, ensuring residents receive exceptional care close to home. From prevention to rehabilitation and wellness, our goal is to meet the holistic healthcare needs of the local community.” The facility complements three existing Burjeel medical centers in Al Ain, creating a networked approach that routes patients appropriately across the system. Dr. Yasser Sedawy, Medical Director and Specialist in Internal Medicine, added that the team of skilled surgeons, anesthetists and nurses would prioritize personalized care for optimal outcomes.
Burjeel Holdings operates 20 hospitals and 30 physiotherapy centers as of December 2025, its annual report showed.[[1]](https://burjeelholdings.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/BH-2025-Annual-Report-ENG-1.pdf) The group served 6.8 million patients in recent years while maintaining 1,784 beds across its network, S&P Global Ratings data indicated.[[2]](https://www.spglobal.com/ratings/en/regulatory/article/-/view/type/HTML/id/3584041) Such expansion supports the UAE’s growing private healthcare sector, which a US-UAE Business Council assessment noted has benefited from reforms and investments aimed at enhancing capacity in areas like Al Ain.[[3]](https://usuaebusiness.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Combined-File.pdf) The new integrated model contributes to these developments by addressing both urgent and elective care demands in a rapidly expanding population center.
UAE healthcare provides free services for Emiratis while mandating insurance for expatriates, according to established national policy. The system has evolved from early initiatives such as the 1960 American mission clinic in Al Ain into a modern network blending public and private providers. Burjeel Holdings’ latest opening forms part of this progression, focusing on community-led initiatives that reduce pressure on larger hospitals while empowering local medical talent through training and opportunities within its integrated network.
