Source : WAM
Burjeel Holdings has inaugurated the Burjeel Heart Institute in Al Ain, establishing a dedicated centre for advanced and comprehensive cardiovascular care.
The new institute expands access to specialised heart services across Al Ain and neighbouring areas, integrating clinical expertise, cutting-edge technology, and a patient-focused approach under one roof.
The opening ceremony was attended by Hashima Al Afari, Member of the Federal National Council; Rashid Al Mannaei, Director-General of Al Ain Municipality; Fahad Al Nuaimi, Director of Endowments and Islamic Affairs in Al Ain; along with representatives from various government entities.
Dr. Abdullah Al Nuaimi, Consultant Interventional Cardiologist and Head of the Burjeel Heart Institute, stated that the centre is committed to providing timely, high-quality cardiac care within the community.
“Our vision is to build a leading cardiovascular centre in Al Ain that responds quickly to urgent cardiac conditions while providing structured long-term management for chronic heart disease. Patients can now access advanced cardiac services within their own community,” he said.
Supported by a team of internationally experienced cardiology consultants and specialists, the institute offers a full spectrum of services spanning prevention, early diagnosis, complex interventions, and long-term disease management.
Advanced interventional cardiology services include diagnostic and therapeutic cardiac catheterisation, coronary and peripheral interventions including carotid artery procedures pacemaker implantation, and renal denervation for resistant hypertension. Dedicated programmes are also available for heart failure and arrhythmia monitoring, in addition to the management of hypertension, hypercholesterolaemia, coronary artery disease, and angina.
The facility features a fully operational cardiac catheterisation laboratory, CT coronary angiography, advanced echocardiography systems, stress testing equipment, and Holter monitoring services, ensuring accurate diagnosis and prompt treatment without the need for external referrals.
Professor Abdullah Shehab, Consultant Interventional Cardiologist at Burjeel Royal Hospital, Al Ain, emphasised that modern cardiovascular care goes beyond procedures to include prevention and continuity of care.
“At the Burjeel Heart Institute, we are combining advanced interventional capabilities with strong preventive programmes to support patients at every stage, from risk assessment to complex treatment and long-term follow-up,” he said.
Marking the launch, Burjeel Hospital in Al Ain also hosted the first International Cardiology Symposium in collaboration with The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.
The symposium brought together 12 expert speakers from the United States and the UAE and attracted more than 200 healthcare professionals and delegates. It represented a significant milestone in academic and clinical collaboration between Burjeel Hospitals in Al Ain and Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.
Milly Valverde, Director of Destination Medicine Global Health Care at The James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, noted that the symposium provided an important platform to strengthen professional partnerships and advance cardiovascular care.
Dr. Aysha Ali Ahmed Abdulla Almahri, Chief Executive Officer – Al Ain Region, Burjeel Holdings, said the institute’s launch and its international collaboration demonstrate Burjeel’s dedication to bringing world-class expertise and innovation to the UAE.
With the establishment of the Burjeel Heart Institute and its global partnerships, Burjeel aims to further advance specialised cardiac services in Al Ain while elevating clinical standards through international knowledge exchange.
