Confidential. Compassionate.
Comprehensive Care.
At Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC), we are committed to providing specialised, respectful, and confidential care for people living with HIV. Our flagship HIV service is designed to support each patient’s health, dignity, and wellbeing at every stage of life. We understand that seeking HIV care can feel overwhelming. Our multidisciplinary team is here to guide you with kindness, privacy, and medical excellence, ensuring you receive the care you deserve in a supportive environment.
We believe that HIV is a manageable long-term condition. With early diagnosis, regular medical follow-up, and the right treatment, people living with HIV can lead healthy, full, and active lives.
Strict confidentiality and privacy
Respect for cultural and personal values
Clear communication in a language you understand
Patient-centred decision-making
Your medical information is handled with the highest level of confidentiality. Appointments, records, and consultations are managed discreetly and respectfully, always ensuring your comfort and trust.
Adults and adolescents living with HIV
Newly diagnosed individuals
Patients transferring care from another facility
Pregnant women and families needing specialised support
Yes. SSMC provides advanced HIV treatment using internationally recommended medications and clinical guidelines.
Absolutely. All patient information is kept strictly confidential in line with healthcare regulations and ethical standards.
Yes. With proper treatment and regular follow-up, many people living with HIV enjoy long, healthy, and productive lives.
Most HIV care is provided on an outpatient basis. Hospital admission is only required if medically necessary.
Yes. Our healthcare professionals are trained to deliver care that respects cultural values, beliefs, and personal choices.
Yes. With specialised medical care and treatment, women living with HIV can have healthy pregnancies and protect their babies.
You are not alone. SSMC offers psychological and emotional support services to help you and your loved ones cope with any concerns.
At SSMC, we walk beside you with compassion, respect, and expert care. Whether you are newly diagnosed or continuing treatment, our team is here to support your health and wellbeing, today and in the future.
Care of the Critically Ill Surgical Patient (CCrISP) is a two-day, interactive course, which includes mandatory, pre-course e-learning. It covers the practical skills and knowledge that health care professionals need to effectively care for surgical patients, including those who are deteriorating or at risk of doing so.
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