- Platinum Award presented for safety and quality of care followed by five Gold Awards in various leadership and patient care categories during the sixth edition of ‘Star of Excellence in Patient Experience’ by Arab Hospitals Federation.
Abu Dhabi, UAE: SEHA CLINICS, a subsidiary of PureHealth, and one of the UAE’s largest primary care providers, has been recognised by the Arab Hospitals Federation with six awards presented at the sixth edition of ‘Star of Excellence in Patient Experience’ on 17 September 2025, celebrating its unwavering commitment to patient care, safety, and innovation.
The awards were distributed during a special ceremony organized in Abu Dhabi under the patronage of Sheikh Nahayan Bin Mubarak Al Nahayan, Cabinet Member, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence in the UAE, in the presence of Arab healthcare stakeholders, executives and healthcare professionals from public and private hospitals.
The accolades reinforce SEHA CLINICS’ dedication to delivering exceptional healthcare services across a broad spectrum of specialties, underlining its position as a regional benchmark for quality and patient-centred care. SEHA CLINICS received a Platinum Award for Safety and Quality of Care reflecting its commitment to ensuring the highest safety and quality standards across its facilities and facilitating the best outcomes for patients. SEHA CLINICS also received Gold Awards for the following categories: Patient-Centred Care and Community Engagement; Continuity of Care and Transition Management; Leadership, Governance, Policy & Culture; and Accessibility.
“At SEHA Clinics, we take pride in fostering a culture of inspirational leadership, grounded by patient insights and community needs, to preserve and enhance the wellbeing for all residents of Abu Dhabi,” said Dr. Khadija Al Marashda, Chief Executive Officer of SEHA CLINICS. “Our mission has always been to be a trusted healthcare partner and uphold the highest standards of patient care and safety. The recognition from Arab Hospitals Federation is a testament to our unwavering commitment to innovation, compassion, and excellence in serving our communities. We look forward to building on this achievement to continue redefining healthcare standards and contributing to the UAE’s ambitious healthcare visions.”
SEHA CLINICS places patients at the heart of its mission by integrating preventive healthcare with specialised services, supported by state-of-the-art digital platforms and advanced patient management systems. Driven by a culture of innovation, strong leadership, and a relentless focus on service enhancement, SEHA CLINICS has become a cornerstone of healthcare excellence in the UAE. These prestigious awards underscore the organisation’s alignment with the UAE’s vision of fostering a modern, accessible, and prevention-focused healthcare system for all UAE residents.
Mrs. Alice Yammine Boueiz, CEO of the Arab Hospitals Federation, stated: “The success of SEHA CLINICS in winning six Platinum and Gold awards confirms that patient experience has today become a cornerstone of healthcare transformation in the region. Abu Dhabi’s healthcare sector stands as a pioneering model and a regional reference for Arab countries on how to build advanced and effective health systems that place the patient at the heart of care. At the Arab Hospitals Federation, we take pride in their participation in the ‘Star of Excellence in Patient Experience’, and we consider their achievements and successes a source of inspiration and a model to follow. We work to transferring these experiences and expertise to various Arab countries to foster a culture of quality, innovation, and advance patient experience everywhere. This reinforces Abu Dhabi’s position as a regional leader in shaping the future of healthcare in the Arab world.”
The Arab Hospitals Federation Awards recognise and honour distinguished personalities and healthcare organisations in various fields who have made outstanding achievements and contributions to advance the Arab health sector. The organisation is an independent, non-political, and non-profit organisation representing public and private healthcare providers across the Arab world. Arab Hospitals Federation aims to elevate the quality of healthcare services for Arab patients by forming alliances with top academic institutions, universities, and international healthcare organizations.
