DOH HEALTHCARE SERVICES
HAAD, formerly known as the Health Authority – Abu Dhabi, is the regulatory body responsible for overseeing the healthcare sector in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE). It was established to ensure the delivery of high-quality healthcare services and to regulate the healthcare professionals and facilities within its jurisdiction

Excellence Roles of Abu Dhabi’s Department of Health
Regulation of Healthcare Facilities: HAAD regulates and licenses healthcare facilities in Abu Dhabi to ensure they meet established standards for safety, quality, and patient care.
Licensing of Healthcare Professionals: The authority licenses healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and allied health professionals, ensuring they meet competency and ethical standards.
Healthcare Accreditation: HAAD accredits healthcare facilities based on rigorous standards to enhance quality and safety in service delivery.
Healthcare Policy Development: It formulates healthcare policies and strategies to address public health priorities and improve healthcare services across Abu Dhabi.
Healthcare Planning and Development: HAAD plans and develops the healthcare infrastructure to meet the evolving needs of the population, including hospitals, clinics, and specialized care centers.
Healthcare Quality Assurance: The authority monitors and evaluates the quality of healthcare services through inspections, audits, and quality improvement initiatives to ensure compliance with standards.
Public Health Promotion: HAAD promotes public health through initiatives such as vaccination programs, disease prevention campaigns, and health education to improve community health outcomes.
Health Information Management: It collects, analyzes, and disseminates health data and information to support evidence-based decision-making, healthcare planning, and research.
Emergency Preparedness and Response: HAAD coordinates emergency preparedness and response efforts to handle public health emergencies and disasters effectively.
Healthcare Research and Innovation: The authority supports healthcare research and innovation initiatives to advance medical knowledge, technology, and practices in Abu Dhabi.