Dubai Hospital: appointment, doctors, emergency, insurance, parking and map
Dubai Hospital is a Dubai Health specialized tertiary hospital in Deira, located on Al Khaleej Street. It has served patients since 1983 and provides multispecialty medical and surgical care through Dubai Health departments, doctors and centers of excellence.
This guide helps patients and families plan a visit: phone number, clinic hours, emergency timing, appointment booking, doctors, departments, insurance, parking, visitor rules, medical reports, sick leave certificate, Google Map and practical local tips.
Call 800 60 for Dubai Health support. Dubai Hospital emergency operates 24/7. For life-threatening emergencies in the UAE, call 998 for ambulance.
The keyword “Dubai hospital” can mean any hospital in Dubai, but this article is about the official government-linked Dubai Hospital under Dubai Health, located on Al Khaleej Street, Deira. If you need a private hospital, pediatric emergency, trauma emergency or another branch, confirm the correct facility before travelling.
Dubai Hospital address, phone number and clinic hours
Dubai Hospital is listed by Dubai Health at Al Khaleej St, Deira, Dubai. The official contact number shown is 800 60. Emergency timing is 24/7, while clinic hours are shorter and should be checked before routine appointments.
| Detail | Information | Patient action |
|---|---|---|
| Hospital name | Dubai Hospital | Use the full name with “Al Khaleej Street, Deira” when searching maps or booking taxis. |
| Address | Al Khaleej St, Deira, Dubai | Open live navigation before leaving because Deira traffic and service roads can be busy. |
| Contact number | 800 60 | Use for Dubai Health appointments, enquiries, service help and routing. |
| Emergency timing | 24/7 | Use emergency for serious or sudden symptoms; triage decides priority. |
| Clinic hours | Monday–Thursday: 8:00 AM–1:30 PM. Friday: 9:00 AM–11:00 AM. | Confirm the exact doctor, department and appointment time before travelling. |
| Official hospital page | Dubai Hospital on Dubai Health | Use for official overview, location, doctors, departments, services and appointment links. |
| Appointment page | Dubai Health book appointment | Filter by facility “Dubai Hospital,” department, specialty, doctor, language and gender. |
“Hello, I want to visit Dubai Hospital in Deira. Please confirm the department, doctor name, appointment time, clinic hours, documents needed, insurance or eligibility requirements, parking option and whether I should come through OPD or emergency.”
Which care route should you choose?
Dubai Hospital is not only a routine clinic. It is a specialized tertiary hospital with outpatient services, inpatient care, advanced departments and a 24/7 emergency department. Choose the right care route before travelling.
Use for specialist consultation, follow-up, chronic disease care, cancer care, eye care, kidney care, imaging, surgery review or planned OPD visit.
Use for severe chest pain, stroke signs, breathing difficulty, heavy bleeding, major injury, seizure, unconsciousness or serious sudden symptoms.
Use online Dubai Health services for medical reports, sick leave certificates, appointment access and patient support where applicable.
If the condition is sudden, severe or life-threatening, use emergency. If it is stable and can wait, book through Dubai Health appointment. If you need a document, use the relevant Dubai Health service instead of visiting without checking.
How to book an appointment at Dubai Hospital
The official Dubai Health appointment page allows users to filter by facility, department, specialty, language and gender. This helps users find the right doctor instead of calling randomly.
- Open the official appointment page. Use Dubai Health book appointment.
- Select the facility. Choose Dubai Hospital from the facilities filter.
- Choose the department. Pick the department that matches your need, such as Cardiac Care, Cancer Care, Kidney Care, Medical Imaging, Medicine, Surgery, OB-GYN or Pediatrics.
- Filter by specialty. Select a more exact specialty if needed, such as cardiology, neurology, nephrology, oncology, ophthalmology, general surgery, internal medicine or pediatrics.
- Choose a doctor. Review available doctors and use the “Book Appointment” option where shown.
- Confirm timing. Clinic hours are not the same as emergency hours, so confirm your appointment time carefully.
- Prepare documents. Carry Emirates ID, insurance card if applicable, referral or approval documents, old reports, scans and medication list.
- Arrive early. First-time visitors should allow time for registration, file check, directions inside the hospital and parking.
Do not assume “Dubai Hospital is open 24/7” means all outpatient clinics are open 24/7. Emergency is 24/7, but routine clinics follow listed clinic hours and doctor availability.
Fees, insurance and payment questions
Dubai Hospital is part of Dubai Health. Public pages do not show one simple fixed consultation price for every doctor and service. The correct cost or coverage can depend on eligibility, insurance, referral, department, appointment type, tests, imaging, procedure and inpatient needs.
| Cost / coverage area | What can affect it? | Question to ask |
|---|---|---|
| OPD appointment | Department, doctor, patient eligibility, insurance partner, referral and approval status. | “Is this appointment covered for me, and do I need referral or approval?” |
| Emergency visit | Triage, tests, imaging, medicines, procedures, observation or admission. | “When the patient is stable, can billing explain coverage and any payable amount?” |
| Lab tests | Test type, urgency, doctor order, insurance eligibility and reporting time. | “Is this test covered and when will results be available?” |
| Medical imaging | X-ray, ultrasound, CT, MRI, nuclear medicine, contrast and approvals. | “Does this scan need approval, fasting or preparation?” |
| Medical report | Dubai Health medical report rules and patient history within the required timeline. | “Can I request this online, and what documents are needed?” |
| Sick leave certificate | Non-attested certificates and attested certificates have different rules. | “Do I need attested or non-attested sick leave, and is there a fee?” |
| Insurance partner | Insurer, plan, network, covered service and approval rules. | “Is my insurer accepted for Dubai Hospital and this exact service?” |
Dubai Health lists insurance partners, but a listed insurer does not automatically mean every service is covered for every patient. Confirm with both Dubai Health and your insurer before planned appointments, tests or admission.
Dubai Hospital doctors and specialist search
Dubai Health’s appointment system allows users to filter doctors by facility, department, specialty, language and gender. This is useful because Dubai Hospital has many specialties and the right doctor depends on the exact problem.
Start with facility “Dubai Hospital,” then choose department and specialty. Use language and gender filters if needed.
Ask about doctor timing, appointment status, documents, reports to bring and whether you need referral or approval.
| User need | Likely route | Practical note |
|---|---|---|
| Heart symptoms, chest pain follow-up, cardiac disease | Cardiac Care or Emergency if severe | Severe chest pain should go to emergency first, not routine OPD. |
| Cancer diagnosis, chemotherapy, oncology review | Cancer Care center | Carry pathology reports, imaging, biopsy, discharge summaries and treatment history. |
| Eye disease, complex ophthalmology | Ophthalmology center / specialty eye care | Carry previous eye reports, prescriptions and scans if available. |
| Kidney disease, dialysis, transplant-related care | Kidney Care, Nephrology | Carry creatinine, eGFR, dialysis records and current medications. |
| Stroke, neurology, seizure, brain/spine concerns | Neurosciences or Emergency if sudden | Sudden weakness, face droop or speech trouble should be treated as emergency. |
| Pregnancy or women’s health | Obstetrics, Gynecology and Women’s Health | Confirm whether Dubai Hospital or another Dubai Health facility is right for your case. |
| Child specialist care | Pediatrics, or Al Jalila Children’s Hospital for pediatric emergency | Dubai Health visitor guide directs children under 18 needing emergency care to Al Jalila Children’s Hospital. |
| Surgery review or procedure planning | Surgery, anesthesia, imaging, lab | Ask what documents, approvals and pre-op tests are required. |
Departments, treatments and facilities
Dubai Hospital’s official page lists departments and services across major tertiary-care needs. It also highlights Centers of Excellence such as Cancer Care and Ophthalmology.
| Department / service | Useful for | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency Medicine | Urgent assessment, stabilization and 24/7 emergency care. | Use emergency for red-flag symptoms; triage decides priority. |
| Cancer Care | Oncology, cancer diagnosis, treatment planning and follow-up. | Carry biopsy, imaging, treatment records and medication history. |
| Cardiac Care | Heart disease, cardiology, cardiac investigations and specialist review. | Ask about referral, prior ECG/echo/lab reports and insurance coverage. |
| Kidney Care | Nephrology, kidney disease, dialysis-related care and complex renal cases. | Carry lab trends, dialysis records and current medicines. |
| Medical Imaging | Radiology, diagnostic imaging and advanced scans. | Ask about fasting, contrast, approval and report timing. |
| Medicine | Internal medicine, chronic disease, complex adult medical care. | Bring old reports and medication list. |
| Surgery | General surgery and specialized surgical pathways. | Ask about pre-op tests, anesthesia, admission and approval. |
| Obstetrics and Gynecology | Women’s health and pregnancy-related care. | Confirm correct facility and appointment pathway for your case. |
| Pediatrics | Children’s specialist care where available. | For pediatric emergency, Dubai Health directs users to Al Jalila Children’s Hospital. |
| Oral Health | Dental and oral-health-related services. | Confirm whether the service is at Dubai Hospital or Dubai Health Dental Hospital. |
Visitor rules and patient facilities
Dubai Health’s visitor guide gives important rules and facility notes for patients and families. These rules help keep the hospital safe, quiet and comfortable for everyone.
Each patient may have a maximum of two visitors at a time. Children under 12 are not permitted to enter Intensive Care Units.
Smoking is not allowed in Dubai Health facilities. Hand hygiene and privacy are also emphasized.
Dubai Health facilities include Wi-Fi, dining options, prayer rooms, ATMs and other visitor services where available.
- Wear modest clothing in respect of local cultural norms.
- Respect privacy and keep noise low inside patient areas.
- Ask reception about Wi-Fi, cafeteria, prayer room, ATM and directions inside the facility.
- For ICU visits, check visitor restrictions before coming with children.
- Carry Emirates ID or passport for registration and service requests.
Parking, valet, taxi and arrival tips
Dubai Health’s visitor guide states that parking is available at its hospitals and centers, with designated spaces for people of determination near entrances, and paid valet parking services for convenience. Around Deira and Al Baraha, traffic and parking can still be busy, so plan extra time.
| Arrival option | Best for | Practical tip |
|---|---|---|
| Car | Families, elderly patients, report follow-up, surgery review and patients carrying documents. | Arrive early. Ask security/reception about hospital parking, people-of-determination parking and valet. |
| Paid valet | Patients with limited mobility, elderly visitors and people coming during busy OPD hours. | Confirm current valet availability and fee before relying on it. |
| Taxi / ride app | Patients who should avoid parking stress. | Use “Dubai Hospital, Al Khaleej Street, Deira” as the destination. |
| Public parking nearby | Visitors parking outside hospital areas. | Check RTA/Parkin zone signs. Public parking timing and fees depend on zone. |
| Metro + taxi | Visitors coming from other Dubai areas without a car. | Use the nearest convenient metro/bus route, then complete the last leg by taxi if the patient cannot walk comfortably. |
Do not assume parking or valet is free. Dubai public parking is generally paid during posted hours, and multistorey parking rules can differ. Always check signs or ask hospital staff on arrival.
Dubai Hospital Google Map
Use this map for orientation, then open live navigation on your phone for current traffic, Deira road turns and entrance guidance.
Medical reports, sick leave certificate and online services
Dubai Health offers online services that can save time if you need documents rather than a new consultation. The two most useful services for many patients are medical report requests and sick leave certificates.
| Service | Official route | Important details |
|---|---|---|
| Medical report | Request for Medical Report | Dubai Health says it enables requests for medical history, diagnoses and treatment plans from Dubai Health facilities. Required documents include valid Emirates ID, follow-up from last doctor within the last 6 months, and specifying specialty or test results. |
| Sick leave certificate | Request Sick Leave Certificate | Dubai Health states non-attested certificates are free, while attested certificates incur AED 70 payable online. Valid Emirates ID is required. |
| Appointment | Book Appointment | Use filters for Dubai Hospital, department, specialty, language and gender. |
| Dubai Health app / login | Dubai Health services login | Useful for online patient-service access where available. |
If you need a report for employer, insurance, travel or second opinion, do not wait until the last day. Check the Dubai Health service rules, Emirates ID requirement and whether your last doctor follow-up is within the required period.
DHA and UAE government services that may help patients
Dubai Hospital is part of Dubai Health, but users may still need official emergency numbers, DHA contact, medical complaint service, insurance help or facility/professional verification.
| Need | Official route | How it helps |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency ambulance | UAE emergency numbers | Use 998 for ambulance, 999 for police and 997 for fire/civil defence. |
| Dubai Health support | 800 60 | Dubai Health customer experience and hospital service support. |
| DHA contact | Contact DHA | DHA lists toll-free 800342 and outside UAE +971 4 599 1200. |
| Medical complaint | DHA Submit Medical Complaint | DHA describes this as a free service for medical complaints against healthcare professionals or facilities. |
| Insurance coverage question | Dubai Health insurance partners | Use to start checking listed insurance partners, then confirm your exact plan and service with the insurer. |
| Doctor/facility lookup | Dubai Medical Registry | Use for professional or facility lookup where relevant. |
Keep appointment messages, Emirates ID, MRN if available, doctor name, date, reports, prescriptions, invoices, insurance approval or rejection, and written hospital response. A clear timeline is more useful than a complaint without documents.
Emergency guidance: when not to wait for appointment
Dubai Hospital’s emergency department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. But not every emergency should be routed to the same hospital. Dubai Health’s visitor guide states that trauma-related emergencies should proceed to Rashid Hospital and children under 18 requiring emergency care should visit Al Jalila Children’s Hospital.
Call 998 for ambulance, 999 for police or 997 for fire/civil defence in the UAE. Go to the nearest emergency department for severe chest pain, stroke signs, unconsciousness, serious breathing difficulty, heavy bleeding, major injury, seizure, poisoning, severe allergic reaction or sudden weakness.
| Situation | Best action | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Adult medical emergency near Deira | Dubai Hospital emergency or nearest emergency department | Dubai Hospital emergency is listed 24/7. |
| Major trauma | Rashid Hospital / ambulance guidance | Dubai Health visitor guide highlights Rashid Hospital for trauma-related emergencies. |
| Child under 18 requiring emergency care | Al Jalila Children’s Hospital | Dubai Health visitor guide states Al Jalila is specially equipped for pediatric emergency care. |
| Urgent care after health center hours | Al Barsha Health Center or Nad Al Hamar Health Center | Dubai Health lists these 24/7 centers for urgent care outside regular ambulatory-center hours. |
Dubai Hospital video resource
I could not verify a current official Dubai Health YouTube overview video dedicated only to Dubai Hospital. The video below is a public location-style YouTube video that may help with visual orientation around Dubai Hospital and Deira. Use it only for location awareness, not for medical, appointment, fee or emergency decisions.
Always confirm current hospital details from Dubai Health official pages or by calling 800 60.
Local insider tips for a smoother Dubai Hospital visit
- Do not mix clinic hours with emergency timing. Emergency is 24/7, but outpatient clinics have limited hours and doctor-specific appointments.
- Use exact map wording. Search “Dubai Hospital Al Khaleej Street Deira,” not just “Dubai hospital.”
- Arrive early for OPD. Deira traffic, parking, reception and internal directions can add time.
- Bring old reports. Previous imaging, lab results, discharge summaries and prescriptions help the specialist decide faster.
- For cancer or kidney care, organize records clearly. Keep biopsy, imaging, chemo/radiotherapy records, dialysis notes or lab trends together.
- Ask about report timelines. If you need a medical report or sick leave, check the online service first.
- Use parking/valet smartly. If the patient is elderly, pregnant, in pain or a child, drop them at the entrance first.
- For children’s emergency, check the right facility. Dubai Health directs children under 18 needing emergency care to Al Jalila Children’s Hospital.
- For trauma, do not self-route blindly. Dubai Health highlights Rashid Hospital for trauma-related emergencies.
- Keep all proof. Save appointment booking, service requests, invoices, insurance approvals and report request references.
FAQs about Dubai Hospital
Where is Dubai Hospital located?
Dubai Hospital is located on Al Khaleej Street in Deira, Dubai.
What is the Dubai Hospital phone number?
The official Dubai Health contact number shown for Dubai Hospital is 800 60.
Is Dubai Hospital emergency open 24 hours?
Yes. Dubai Hospital emergency timing is listed as 24/7, and Dubai Health states the emergency department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
What are Dubai Hospital clinic hours?
The official Dubai Hospital page lists clinic hours as Monday to Thursday from 8:00 AM to 1:30 PM, and Friday from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Confirm your doctor timing before travelling.
How do I book an appointment at Dubai Hospital?
Use the Dubai Health book appointment page, select Dubai Hospital as the facility, then filter by department, specialty, doctor, language and gender where available.
What departments are available at Dubai Hospital?
Dubai Hospital lists departments and care areas including Emergency Medicine, Critical Care, Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, Oral Health, Cancer Care, Cardiac Care, Kidney Care, Medical Imaging, Surgery, Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pediatrics and Anesthesia.
Does Dubai Hospital accept insurance?
Dubai Health has an official insurance partners page. Coverage depends on insurer, plan, service, approval and patient eligibility, so confirm before planned appointments or tests.
Can I request a medical report from Dubai Hospital?
Yes. Dubai Health provides a Request for Medical Report service for Dubai Health facilities. Required details include valid Emirates ID, follow-up from your last doctor within the last 6 months, and the specialty or test results needed.
Can I get a sick leave certificate from Dubai Hospital?
Dubai Health provides a sick leave certificate request service. Non-attested certificates are listed as free, while attested certificates incur AED 70 payable online. Valid Emirates ID is required.
Is parking available at Dubai Hospital?
Dubai Health’s visitor guide says ample parking is available at its hospitals and centers, with designated spaces for people of determination and paid valet parking services. Confirm current parking and valet details on arrival.
Final takeaway
For a smooth Dubai Hospital visit, confirm the correct route first: emergency, routine appointment, medical report, sick leave certificate or specialist follow-up. For planned care, use the Dubai Health appointment page, call 800 60, carry Emirates ID and old reports, and arrive early for parking and registration. For serious symptoms, use emergency services immediately.