Sharjah private hospital appointment, doctors, emergency, insurance and map
NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah is a tertiary-care hospital in Rolla / Al Ghuwair, Sharjah. It was formerly searched by many people as Al Zahra Hospital Sharjah, so users may still see old references online.
This guide brings the important details into one page: phone number, appointment link, emergency care, doctors, specialties, insurance partners, amenities, parking, map, official video, government complaint route and practical tips before visiting.
Call 800 7745. The official address is Al Zahra St, near Clock Tower, Al Ghuwair, Hay Al Gharb, Sharjah. The hospital lists 203+ doctors, 36+ specialties and 24/7 emergency.
If you search “Al Zahra Hospital Sharjah,” you may reach the same hospital history because Al Zahra Hospital is now NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah. For taxi, insurance and booking, use the current name: NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah.
NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah contact number, address and email
Use this section when you need appointment help, department transfer, emergency guidance, insurance confirmation or directions to the correct building.
| Detail | Official information | How patients should use it |
|---|---|---|
| Hospital name | NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah | Use the current name for booking, maps, insurance and taxi apps. |
| Old search name | Al Zahra Hospital Sharjah | Useful only for old references. Use current NMC name for final appointment. |
| Address | Al Zahra St – near Clock Tower – Al Ghuwair – Hay Al Gharb – Sharjah – United Arab Emirates | Use this exact address in Google Maps and ride apps. |
| Phone | 800 7745 | Call for appointments, doctor timing, emergency guidance and insurance support. |
| info.rhshj@nmc.ae | Use for non-urgent written queries, document support and follow-up communication. | |
| Appointment link | NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah booking page | Use for final appointment request after you know the department or doctor. |
| Hospital size | 152-bed tertiary-care hospital | Useful for users needing inpatient, ICU, NICU, PICU or specialist care. |
| Emergency | 24/7 emergency listed | For severe symptoms, do not wait for routine booking. |
| MOH license note | MOH License No – 7I37GBU0 | Helpful for official verification and patient documentation. |
NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah appointment booking
The official page has a “Book an Appointment” route. The patient should still call or verify details before travelling because doctor timing, insurance eligibility and department availability can change.
Use the official NMC booking page for the Sharjah hospital, then confirm appointment status if the visit is time-sensitive.
Call 800 7745 if you need same-day help, doctor timing, insurance check or directions.
Carry Emirates ID, insurance card, old reports, scans, prescriptions and approval papers.
- Choose the care route: emergency, outpatient appointment, maternity, child specialist, oncology, eye/laser care, heart care, imaging or surgery.
- Search the doctor or specialty using the NMC doctors/booking system.
- Call 800 7745 and confirm doctor timing, branch and appointment status.
- Ask whether your insurance is accepted for that doctor, test or procedure.
- Confirm consultation fee, co-pay, approval requirement and follow-up policy.
- Ask whether lab, radiology, medicine, procedure or scan charges are billed separately.
- Open live map and plan parking/valet time around Clock Tower and Rolla traffic.
“I want an appointment at NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah. Please confirm the doctor name, department, appointment time, consultation fee, insurance co-pay, approval requirement, parking/valet option and documents needed.”
NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah fees and billing questions
NMC does not publish one fixed doctor consultation fee for every department on the public location page. This is common in private hospitals because fees can change by doctor level, specialty, insurance, approval, tests, imaging, procedure, admission and follow-up rule.
The best user experience is to ask exact billing questions before the visit, especially for specialist care, surgery, maternity, scans and oncology.
| Fee area | Why cost can change | Question to ask before paying |
|---|---|---|
| Doctor consultation | Doctor level, specialty, first visit, follow-up rule, insurance network and co-pay. | “What is the cash consultation fee and my insurance co-pay for this exact doctor?” |
| Emergency visit | Triage, tests, medicines, procedures, observation, admission and insurance approval. | “When the patient is stable, can billing explain itemized charges and approval status?” |
| Cardiology / cath lab | ECG, echo, imaging, cardiac catheterisation lab, angioplasty or admission. | “Which tests may be done today and which need approval?” |
| ICU / NICU / PICU | Level of care, monitoring, ventilator, medicines, consultant review, length of stay and insurance approval. | “What is the estimate, room/ICU category and insurer approval status?” |
| Maternity and newborn care | Doctor fee, room, delivery type, anesthesia, NICU, newborn investigations and emergency C-section. | “Please explain full inclusion, exclusion and emergency-change cost.” |
| Radiology / nuclear medicine | X-ray, ultrasound, CT, MRI, nuclear medicine, contrast, reporting and approval. | “Does this scan need approval, fasting or old reports?” |
| Oncology care | Surgery, chemotherapy, imaging, pathology, medicines, cycles and approvals. | “What part is covered by insurance and what is billed separately?” |
| Ophthalmology / laser vision | Consultation, eye tests, laser vision correction, cataract lens choice and procedure costs. | “Is the test/procedure separate from consultation?” |
If the case is not an emergency, call your insurer or TPA before the visit. Ask whether NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah is in-network for your exact plan, doctor, department and procedure.
NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah doctors and schedule guidance
The official NMC Sharjah page lists 203+ doctors. The wider NMC doctors system lets users filter by specialty, city, hospital/clinic, doctor gender, language and insurance.
Because doctor schedules can change, this article should not pretend to give a fixed timetable. The useful guidance is to help users ask the right questions.
| Doctor search need | What to use | What to confirm |
|---|---|---|
| Find a doctor by specialty | Use NMC doctors / booking filters for Sharjah and specialty. | Doctor name, qualification level, language, gender preference and timing. |
| Find a child specialist | Search paediatrics, paediatric cardiology, paediatric endocrinology, paediatric gastroenterology, paediatric nephrology, paediatric oncology or paediatric orthopaedics. | Whether the child needs OPD, emergency, NICU/PICU or specialist referral. |
| Find a women’s health doctor | Search obstetrics and gynaecology, foetal medicine, lactation, midwifery and high-risk pregnancy. | Delivery support, scan availability, doctor schedule and insurance approval. |
| Find an eye doctor | Search ophthalmology, cataract, glaucoma, LASIK/laser vision correction and retina-related care. | Eye test, scan, lens/laser package and procedure estimate. |
| Find heart care | Search cardiology, angioplasty, cardiac imaging, cardiac rehab and advanced heart failure. | Whether symptoms require emergency/cath lab assessment. |
| Find cancer care | Search oncology, haemato-oncology, breast care, breast surgery and chemotherapy-related care. | Required reports, biopsy/pathology, scan approval and treatment estimate. |
Official doctor search: NMC doctors directory.
NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah departments and specialties
The official location page lists 36+ specialties and a long set of service lines. For users, the most helpful way is to group them by practical patient need.
Emergency medicine, critical care ICU, NICU, PICU, urgent care and inpatient support.
Obstetrics, gynaecology, foetal medicine, midwifery, lactation, neonatology and paediatric subspecialties.
Cardiology, angioplasty, cardiac imaging, oncology, nuclear medicine and surgery.
| Specialty group | Services officially listed or strongly represented |
|---|---|
| Emergency and inpatient | Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care, Critical Care/ICU, P.I.C.U, NICU, anaesthesiology, pathology, radiology and inpatient/outpatient care. |
| Heart and vascular | Cardiology, advanced heart failure, angioplasty, cardiac imaging, cardiac rehab, congenital heart disease, interventional cardiology, preventative cardiology and vascular/endovascular surgery. |
| Women’s health | Obstetrics and gynaecology, antenatal care, high-risk pregnancy, foetal medicine, NIPT, labour and delivery suite, midwifery, postnatal ward and lactation services. |
| Children | Paediatrics, neonatology, NICU, paediatric cardiology, paediatric endocrinology, paediatric gastroenterology, paediatric nephrology, paediatric oncology, paediatric orthopaedics and paediatric dentistry. |
| Cancer and blood | Oncology, haemato-oncology, breast care, breast surgery, palliative care, pathology and chemotherapy-related care. |
| Digestive and surgery | Advanced endoscopy, gastroenterology, digestive disorders, colorectal surgery, general and laparoscopic surgery, hepatology, IBD treatment and pancreatobiliary care. |
| Kidney and urinary | Nephrology, dialysis, home haemodialysis, kidney transplant, urology and andrology, prostate care and erectile dysfunction care. |
| Bone, joint and rehab | Orthopaedics, arthroscopy, hip/knee replacement, hand surgery, shoulder/elbow care, spine surgery, sports medicine, osteoporosis, physiotherapy and pain management. |
| Eye, ENT, dental and skin | Ophthalmology, cataract, glaucoma, LASIK, laser treatment, ENT/head and neck surgery, sinus surgery, voice/swallowing disorders, dentistry, endodontics, implantology, orthodontics, dermatology and cosmetic dermatology. |
| General and support care | Family medicine, primary care, general medicine, internal medicine, diabetes/endocrinology, nutrition, psychiatry, psychology, speech therapy, home care and occupational medicine. |
Treatment guide by patient need
This section helps users decide the first department to contact instead of reading a long specialty list.
| What the patient needs | Where to start | Practical instruction |
|---|---|---|
| Chest pain, severe breathlessness, fainting, stroke signs | Emergency first, then cardiology/ICU if needed | Do not wait for a routine cardiology appointment. |
| Stable heart follow-up, high BP, palpitations | Cardiology | Ask if ECG, echo, cardiac imaging or cath lab assessment may be needed. |
| Pregnancy, scan, delivery planning | OB-GYN, foetal medicine, midwifery, labour/delivery | Ask about doctor schedule, delivery estimate, NICU and emergency C-section rules. |
| Child fever, newborn issue, specialist child care | Paediatrics, neonatology, PICU/NICU if serious | Bring vaccination card, old reports and medicines. |
| Cancer diagnosis, chemo, breast lump | Oncology, breast care, breast surgery, pathology, radiology | Carry biopsy, scan, pathology and previous treatment records. |
| Eye power, cataract, laser vision correction | Ophthalmology | Ask if tests, scans and procedure quote are separate from consultation. |
| Kidney dialysis, urinary symptoms, prostate | Nephrology, urology, radiology, lab | Bring creatinine, urine, ultrasound/CT and medication history. |
| Joint pain, fracture, back pain, sports injury | Orthopaedics, radiology, physiotherapy | Ask if X-ray/MRI approval is needed before doctor review. |
| Skin, dental, ENT or general illness | Dermatology, dentistry, ENT, family/general medicine | Ask if procedures, tests or medicines are separate from consultation. |
NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah emergency and critical care
The hospital lists 24/7 emergency services and is supported by dedicated ICU, NICU and PICU units. It also has a cardiac catheterisation laboratory for advanced heart-care needs.
For life-threatening symptoms in the UAE, call 998 for ambulance, 999 for police or 997 for fire/civil defence. Use the hospital’s 800 7745 line for hospital routing, but do not delay ambulance care for serious symptoms.
- Use emergency for severe chest pain, stroke signs, serious breathing difficulty, heavy bleeding, seizure, poisoning, unconsciousness, major injury or severe allergic reaction.
- Emergency patients may be triaged by severity, not arrival order.
- Bring Emirates ID, insurance card and medicine/allergy list if easily available.
- For cardiac symptoms, ask if emergency, cardiology or cath lab assessment is needed.
- For children/newborns, ask whether NICU/PICU or paediatric emergency support is required.
NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah maternity, newborn and paediatric care
The official specialty list includes antenatal care, foetal medicine, high-risk pregnancy, labour and delivery suite, lactation services, midwifery, neonatology, NICU, postnatal ward and multiple paediatric subspecialties.
| Care area | What it may involve | Ask before booking |
|---|---|---|
| Antenatal care | Pregnancy checkups, scans, blood tests and doctor follow-up. | Which doctor, which scan, what insurance approval and what package options? |
| High-risk pregnancy / foetal medicine | Closer monitoring for mother or baby risk factors. | Which reports are needed and are scans done at the same hospital? |
| Labour and delivery | Delivery suite, doctor care, midwifery and postnatal support. | What are normal/C-section inclusions, exclusions and emergency changes? |
| NICU / neonatology | Newborn support for babies needing special monitoring or intensive care. | How is NICU billed and how does insurance approval work? |
| Paediatric subspecialties | Child heart, kidney, digestive, endocrine, oncology and orthopaedic care. | Is the specialist available on your date and does the child need ER? |
For children, bring Emirates ID/passport, insurance card, vaccination record, previous reports, current medicines and allergy details.
Heart, ICU and advanced hospital care
NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah is not only an outpatient clinic. Its official profile highlights advanced critical care, ICU/NICU/PICU and a fully equipped cardiac catheterisation laboratory.
Useful for selected heart investigations and interventional cardiology pathways.
Supports seriously ill adults, newborns and children who need intensive monitoring.
Severe cases may need ER, critical care, imaging, lab and specialist review together.
“If I come with chest pain or serious heart symptoms, should I go directly to emergency, and will cardiology/cath lab support be available if needed?”
Oncology, nuclear medicine and laser vision correction
The official hospital description highlights specialised capabilities such as nuclear medicine, laser vision correction, and integrated oncology care including surgery and chemotherapy.
| Service | Useful for | What to carry / ask |
|---|---|---|
| Oncology | Cancer diagnosis, treatment planning, surgery/chemotherapy pathway and follow-up. | Carry biopsy, pathology, imaging, previous chemo/radiation/surgery records and insurance approval. |
| Nuclear medicine | Specialised diagnostic or treatment-related imaging using radioactive tracers where indicated. | Ask about preparation, fasting, medication restrictions, report timing and approval. |
| Laser vision correction | Vision correction assessment for suitable patients. | Ask about eye tests, eligibility, cornea scans, package estimate and follow-up cost. |
| Cataract / glaucoma / retina | Eye disease diagnosis, scan, procedure or surgery route. | Ask if lens, laser, scan and surgery package are quoted separately. |
NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah insurance partners
The official page lists many insurance affiliations. Still, coverage depends on your exact plan, TPA, network, doctor, department, procedure and approval status.
AAFIYA, ADNIC, Al Buhaira, Al Madallah, Aspire, Daman, Dubai Insurance/Dubai Care, Ecare, GIG Gulf, GlobeMed, Inayah, MedNet, MetLife, MSH, NAS, Neuron, Nextcare, NGI, Now Health, SAICO, Sukoon, Thiqa-Daman, Whealth and Emirates Group are among the listed names.
Ask whether your card is accepted for the exact doctor, department and appointment type.
Ask whether lab, scan, medicine, surgery, maternity, oncology or eye procedure needs separate approval.
- Carry Emirates ID and insurance card.
- Call your insurer/TPA before planned visits.
- Ask if the hospital is in-network for your exact plan.
- Ask if pre-approval is needed for specialist care, imaging, surgery, oncology, admission or maternity.
- Keep approval SMS/email, invoices and reports until billing is fully closed.
Parking, valet and hospital amenities
The official hospital page lists amenities including valet parking, VIP services, cafe, flower/gift shop and CosmeSurge. Parking around Clock Tower and Rolla can still be busy, so plan extra time.
| Need | What is available / what to do | Local tip |
|---|---|---|
| Valet parking | Valet parking is listed as an amenity. | Still call before visiting if the patient has mobility issues or a timed procedure. |
| Public parking nearby | Sharjah paid parking rules may apply around busy city areas. | Check the parking sign, zone code and timings before leaving the car. |
| Taxi / ride app | Use “NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah, Al Zahra St, near Clock Tower.” | Do not type only “NMC Sharjah” because there are several NMC clinics in Sharjah. |
| Elderly / child / maternity visit | Use drop-off first if available. | One adult can handle parking/valet while the patient begins registration. |
| Waiting and visitors | Cafe and flower/gift shop are listed amenities. | Useful for family members during inpatient or maternity visits. |
| VIP services | VIP services are listed as an amenity. | Ask the hospital what it includes before assuming price or benefits. |
Sharjah public parking rules can change. Recent reports say paid public parking hours were extended to midnight from July 1, 2026. Check current Sharjah Municipality signs or app before parking.
Government help, benefits and complaint routes
NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah is a private hospital, so do not assume free treatment unless your insurance, Thiqa/Daman eligibility, employer plan, emergency pathway or official approval covers it. But official government routes can help patients in Sharjah and the Northern Emirates.
| Need | Official route | What patients should know |
|---|---|---|
| Ambulance emergency | UAE ambulance number 998 | Use for serious medical emergencies. Do not delay ambulance care to compare hospitals. |
| Police / fire | 999 police, 997 fire/civil defence | Use for danger, accident, fire or civil defence situations. |
| Complaint about private health facility | MOHAP private health facility complaint service | MOHAP covers complaints/comments about MOHAP-registered private health and pharmaceutical facilities and staff in Northern Emirates including Sharjah. |
| NMC internal feedback | NMC Feedback & Complaints page | Use hospital feedback first for service, billing, appointment or communication issues. |
| Patient rights | NMC Patient and Family Rights & Responsibilities | Useful for privacy, consent, financial responsibility, care decisions and complaint process awareness. |
| Insurance or Thiqa-related question | Insurer / TPA / Thiqa-Daman if applicable | The official NMC page lists Thiqa-Daman among insurance affiliations, but eligibility and benefits depend on your policy and network rules. |
| Parking | Sharjah Municipality / parking signs / official app | Use current signs and official app because public parking hours and special zones can change. |
Before filing any complaint, collect appointment messages, invoices, doctor name, date, reports, prescriptions, insurance approvals/rejections and the hospital’s written response. A clear timeline is stronger than a general complaint.
NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah Google Map
Use this map for orientation, then open live navigation on your phone for traffic, Clock Tower access, Rolla roads and parking guidance.
Official NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah video
This official NMC Healthcare video explains the name-change connection: Al Zahra Hospital is now NMC Royal Hospital, Sharjah. It is useful because many patients still search by the old hospital name.
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Local insider tips before visiting
- Use the current name. Say “NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah near Clock Tower,” not only “Al Zahra.”
- Call before travelling. Doctor timing, insurance approvals and procedure availability can change.
- Use morning slots for complex visits. Lab, imaging and approvals are easier when the day is not almost over.
- Bring old reports. Scans, lab results, discharge summaries and prescriptions can reduce repeat testing.
- Ask before scans. CT, MRI, nuclear medicine, mammography and special tests may need approval or preparation.
- For elderly patients, ask about support. The hospital has been recognised as elderly-friendly, so ask reception for senior-friendly assistance if needed.
- For children, carry vaccine records. Pediatric and newborn care is smoother when the doctor has vaccine and medicine history.
- For oncology, carry full records. Bring biopsy, pathology, scan reports, treatment plan and insurance approvals.
- For parking, use valet/drop-off. Around Clock Tower/Rolla, traffic and parking can be stressful at busy times.
- Keep documents after payment. Invoices, approvals and reports help with follow-ups, insurance claims and complaints.
FAQs about NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah
Where is NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah located?
NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah is located on Al Zahra Street, near Clock Tower, Al Ghuwair, Hay Al Gharb, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates.
What is the phone number for NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah?
The official toll-free phone number listed for NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah is 800 7745.
Is Al Zahra Hospital Sharjah now NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah?
Yes. NMC Healthcare’s official video states that Al Zahra Hospital is now NMC Royal Hospital, Sharjah. Many old search results may still use the Al Zahra name.
How do I book an appointment at NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah?
You can use the official NMC booking page for NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah or call 800 7745. Confirm doctor name, department, appointment timing, fee, insurance and documents before visiting.
Does NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah have 24/7 emergency?
Yes. The official NMC page lists emergency service as 24/7. For life-threatening symptoms, call UAE ambulance number 998 or go to the nearest emergency department.
How many doctors and specialties are at NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah?
The official NMC location page lists 203+ doctors and 36+ specialties at NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah.
What departments are available at NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah?
Departments and services include emergency medicine, cardiology, ICU, NICU, PICU, dentistry, dermatology, ENT, family medicine, gastroenterology, surgery, internal medicine, neonatology, nephrology, neurology, nuclear medicine, OB-GYN, oncology, ophthalmology, orthopaedics, paediatrics, radiology, urology and more.
Does NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah accept insurance?
The official page lists many insurance affiliations including Daman, ADNIC, AAFIYA, MedNet, NAS, Neuron, Nextcare, Sukoon, Thiqa-Daman and others. Coverage still depends on your exact plan, doctor, service and approval status.
How much is consultation at NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah?
The public location page does not publish one fixed consultation fee for every doctor. Call 800 7745 and ask for the current cash consultation fee, insurance co-pay and follow-up rule for your exact doctor.
Is parking available at NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah?
The official page lists valet parking as an amenity. Public parking rules around Sharjah can change, so check local signs, parking app rules and hospital guidance before leaving your vehicle.
Final patient checklist
- Confirm appointment before travelling.
- Use current name: NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah.
- Call 800 7745 for doctor timing and insurance checks.
- Carry Emirates ID/passport, insurance card, reports and medicine list.
- Ask fee, co-pay, approval and follow-up rule before tests.
- Use 998 ambulance for serious emergencies.
- Open live map and plan Clock Tower / Rolla parking time.