Dubai’s first integrated hospital specialising in gastroenterology breaks ground

Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC) Phase 2 witnessed the groundbreaking ceremony of the Asan – UAE Gastroenterology Hospital, the emirate’s first integrated hospital specialised in gastroenterology.

This significant milestone in the advancement of Dubai's healthcare landscape marks the first international venture of Asan Medical Center (AMC), South Korea’s largest hospital. The new hospital is being developed by AMC in partnership with Scope Investment, a UAE-based investment group.

Scheduled for completion by 2026, the Asan – UAE Gastroenterology Hospital will significantly increase the UAE’s capacity in critical areas such as digestive health, gastrointestinal oncology, liver transplantation management, and lifestyle diseases.

By providing advanced healthcare services and education in gastroenterology, the new hospital will contribute to bolstering Dubai’s specialised medical offerings. The hospital will also expand the range of services within the DHCC ecosystem, further solidifying its position as an enabling healthcare and wellness destination.

Spanning 21,150 square metres, the hospital will encompass two basement levels and seven floors, offering 65 beds, including royal and VIP rooms, four operating theatres, and comprehensive gastroenterology care for adults and children. Specialities will include endoscopy, bariatrics, treatment for gastrointestinal oncology, management of liver transplantation and gastrointestinal health check-up. Additional support facilities will include rehabilitation services for related diseases, outpatient clinics, ICU and one-day care unit.

Moreover, AMC aims to enhance local healthcare standards by serving as an educational hub in the Middle East. This includes educating local medical professionals and integrating expertise from South Korea by bringing a medical team to join the Asan – UAE Gastroenterology Hospital.