Saeed Ahmed Lootah Charitable Foundation donates Dh15 million to cancer hospital in Dubai

The hospital, scheduled to open in 2026, honors the legacy of the late Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum and pays tribute to his lifetime of service to the nation and his extraordinary global philanthropic activities that continue to influence the lives of many people around the world. the world. The hospital is being developed with the support of generous donations received from philanthropists, government and non-government organisations, businesses and corporations in the UAE.

Engineer Yahya Saeed Lootah, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Saeed Ahmed Lootah Charitable Foundation, said: “Inspired by our visionary leadership, which has incorporated philanthropy into its core humanitarian strategies, the Saeed Ahmed Lootah Charitable Foundation, led by Lieutenant General Dhahi Khalfan Tamim, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Saeed Ahmed Lootah Charitable Foundation, remains committed to social responsibility, education and supporting medical research. “We are pleased to contribute to Hamdan Bin Rashid Cancer Hospital, aligning our efforts with Al Jalila Foundation to ensure equitable and essential access to cancer care.” The association, he added, reflects the founding principles of our esteemed founder, Saeed Ahmed Lootah, who championed education, healthcare and scientific research.

Dr Thani Almheiri, Executive Director of Education and Health at Saeed Ahmed Lootah Charitable Foundation, said: “By joining hands, we aim to make a significant impact in the fight against cancer and the advancement of medical research. Our dedication to medical education and healthcare is deeply rooted in our heritage; Dubai Medical College for Girls, which was established forty years ago as the first medical education institution for girls in the Gulf region, is now a prominent contributor to the healthcare landscape.”

Dr. Amer Al Zarooni, CEO of Al Jalila Foundation, said: “Donor support is an integral part of our success in developing Hamdan Bin Rashid Cancer Hospital. We are grateful to the Saeed Ahmed Lootah Charitable Foundation, which is committed to helping us support cancer patients and their families. “The hospital will bring together expertise in cancer and make an invaluable contribution to Dubai’s healthcare sector, prioritizing patient care.”

“Together, we are one step closer to establishing a Center of Excellence that will transform cancer care in the UAE.” she added.

The 116-bed hospital will occupy 56,000 square meters. You will provide best-in-class outpatient, diagnostic and outpatient services, as well as inpatient and surgical services in a welcoming environment that offers personalized patient care.

As part of Dubai Health, the first integrated academic health system in Dubai, the comprehensive cancer hospital will benefit from a multidisciplinary team, including specialist nursing, that will offer patients a full spectrum of care services in one location, from from early diagnosis to treatment and supportive care. . In line with Dubai Health’s patient-first promise, selected treatments and services will be made available to patients in the comfort of their homes, ensuring easy and accessible continuity of care.