Abu Dhabi has marked another milestone in its healthcare transformation with the operational launch of the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in the Emirate. The development was discussed during a meeting between H.E. Dr. Noura Al Ghaithi, Undersecretary of the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH), Dr. Zain Kenderian, CEO of Bascom Palmer Eye Institute Abu Dhabi, and Dr. Michael Gittelman, CEO of Bascom Palmer Eye Institute (US).

The opening of the institute underscores Abu Dhabi’s commitment to expanding access to highly specialized medical services while elevating clinical outcomes through international collaboration. Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, globally recognized for excellence in ophthalmology, is expected to play a critical role in addressing complex eye conditions and advancing subspecialty care within the Emirate.

Health officials emphasized that the institute’s presence supports the Department of Health’s broader strategy to build an integrated, patient-centric healthcare system. By leveraging global expertise and clinical best practices, the partnership aims to enhance care quality, reduce the need for overseas medical travel, and strengthen Abu Dhabi’s position as a regional hub for advanced healthcare services.

The initiative also aligns with Abu Dhabi’s long-term vision of fostering innovation, knowledge exchange, and sustainable healthcare delivery through strategic global partnerships—ensuring residents have access to world-class medical care closer to home.