Karachi: The United Arab Emirates has intensified its humanitarian efforts in Pakistan with the launch of a new phase of mobile community clinic services led by 'Doctors of the Emirates.' These clinics are now operational in remote villages, delivering free specialized and preventive medical care with a focus on diagnosing and treating heart diseases, particularly among children, women, and the elderly.
According to Emirates News Agency, the mobile clinics function within an integrated field system managed by specialized medical teams that include cardiologists, pediatricians, family doctors, nurses, lab technicians, and pharmacists. These clinics are well-equipped with necessary medical supplies, offering medications and consultations free of charge.
This initiative marks the continuation of 25 years of Emirati voluntary medical efforts in Pakistan through the UAE-Pakistan Field Hospital, which has served over one million people under the supervision of joint UAE-Pakistani medical teams. The project is implemented in coordination with the UAE Embassy in Pakistan and involves a partnership between the Zayed Giving Initiative, the Sharjah Charity House, Emirates Mobile Community Clinics, and the Emirates Programme for Young Humanitarian Leaders. It represents a collaborative model between governmental, private, and non-profit sectors in community healthcare.
Dr. Adel Al Shameri, an Emirati heart surgeon and CEO of the Zayed Giving Initiative, emphasized that the intensification of clinic operations aligns with the 'Year of the Community.' The aim is to recruit and train medical professionals to empower them in serving underprivileged communities. He outlined the UAE-Pakistan medical programme's four key pillars: the Pakistan Readiness Programme to train frontline medical workers, the operation of mobile clinics, the organization of scientific forums for knowledge exchange in community medicine, and the development of young medical leaders to ensure healthcare programme sustainability.
Sultan Al Khayal, Secretary-General of the Sharjah Charity House, noted that the mobile clinics are a practical solution for residents of remote villages who struggle to access hospitals. The 2025 plan aims to cover over 20 Pakistani villages as part of a sustainable operational strategy.
Dr. Mumtaz Al Balooshi, Medical Director of the UAE-Pakistan Mobile Clinics, highlighted that the clinics focus on early detection and free treatment of chronic heart diseases. He confirmed that the collaboration between Emirati and Pakistani medical teams enhances the delivery of effective healthcare services to low-income patients.
Al Jouri Al Ajmi, Director of the Emirates Programme for Young Humanitarian Leaders, stated that efforts are underway to expand the geographic reach of the clinics and the field hospital to more villages, in partnership with local entities and the UAE Embassy in Pakistan.
Residents of the Pakistani villages expressed gratitude for the UAE's healthcare efforts, applauding the quality of services that have alleviated their suffering. They affirmed that this initiative embodies the legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, as the UAE's leadership continues to promote a global culture of humanitarian and volunteer work.