I am taking a position in the UAE , Abu DHabi, and my wife wants to accompany me. She has Crohn's disease and we are curious as to what hospitals provide Remicade infusions in the Abu Dhabi area as she has to have these every 6 weeks. THe hospitals in the area and what insurances they take. Thank you for your assistance.
Remicade/Infkiximab in the UAE
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I've never lived in Abu Dhabi (only Dubai) so can only provide you with very general information. I will respond though as their aren't many posters in the UAE.
Generally most medical treatments are available in UAE, remicade infusions definitely are. Main issue will be if they are covered by your insurance. Generally in the UAE expats and their families have employer provided medical insurance. You will need to find out what insurance your company provides, what tier of cover, and details of exclusions and caps.
In the UAE you do not need to see a GP and get a referral before seeing a specialist. You can make appointments with specialists directly. Check the Doctor Review section at the bottom of the board, I believe someone has recommended a gastroentrologist in Abu Dhabi who you could try. Finding good doctors here can be a little hit and miss.
Generally most medical treatments are available in UAE, remicade infusions definitely are. Main issue will be if they are covered by your insurance. Generally in the UAE expats and their families have employer provided medical insurance. You will need to find out what insurance your company provides, what tier of cover, and details of exclusions and caps.
In the UAE you do not need to see a GP and get a referral before seeing a specialist. You can make appointments with specialists directly. Check the Doctor Review section at the bottom of the board, I believe someone has recommended a gastroentrologist in Abu Dhabi who you could try. Finding good doctors here can be a little hit and miss.
