Dubai Health has launched a new Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit at Al Jalila Children’s Hospital, supported by Al Jalila Foundation’s Hope Fund and donor Mohammed Abdullah Saleh. The unit strengthens pediatric heart care services and emphasizes a family-centered approach, enabling parents to remain close to their children during treatment.
March 2026- Dubai Health has officially launched a Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit at Al Jalila Children’s Hospital, marking a significant step in advancing specialized care for children with heart conditions. The facility was established through Al Jalila Foundation under its “The Hope Fund” initiative, with notable support from Mohammed Abdullah Saleh, whose contribution is recognized on the hospital’s Giving Wall.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by senior healthcare leaders, including Dr. Amer Sharif, CEO of Dubai Health and President of Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences; Dr. Abdulla Al Khayat; Dr. Amer Al Zarooni; Dr. Tarek Fathey; and Dr. Mohamed Al Awadhi.
Al Jalila Children’s Hospital continues to strengthen its pediatric cardiology services, performing approximately 200 cardiac surgeries each year, alongside more than 300 cardiac catheterization procedures. These figures underline Dubai Health’s capacity to provide comprehensive and highly specialized treatment for a wide range of cardiac conditions in children.
The newly inaugurated unit aligns with Dubai Health’s “Children First” approach, enhancing both clinical care and patient experience. Designed around a family-centered model, the facility allows parents to stay close to their children, with bedside accommodations and a dedicated family space aimed at creating a supportive and comfortable environment.
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Mr. Mohammed Abdullah Saleh said: “Supporting children’s health is an investment in the wellbeing of future generations. We are honored to contribute to this unit, as community partnerships play an important role in expanding specialized services and ensuring patients receive the care they need. We hope this initiative will support Al Jalila Children’s Hospital in continuing to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young patients and their families.”
Dr. Amer Al Zarooni, said: “At Al Jalila Foundation, we continue to work closely with our partners to launch and implement programs and initiatives that make a meaningful difference.
These efforts contribute to supporting the healthcare ecosystem and expanding access to advanced care, ultimately improving health outcomes and quality of life for our patients and the wider community.”
Dr. Mohamed Al Awadhi, said: “The addition of the ten-bed Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit further strengthens the continuum of cardiac care available to children at Al Jalila Children’s Hospital. By bringing together specialized expertise and advanced clinical capabilities, we are able to provide comprehensive care for children while supporting families throughout their journey.”
