The divisions at First Medical Center cover a wide range of medical specialties for outpatient care. This also includes minimal standby time for diagnostic results.

Each division at First Medical Center encompasses advanced, state of the art diagnostic and therapeutic technology. Each equipment, disposable and consumable has been carefully sorted out to ensure that only premium quality products enter the clinic.

Department of Cardiology

The Cardiology clinic specializes in solving difficult diagnostic and therapeutic cardiovascular problems in adults. The application of medical quality standards, taking into consideration the most recent research results, is the guiding principle of our daily work.

Areas of clinical work

• Diagnosis and therapy of coronary heart diseases
• Diseases of cardiac valves
• Diagnosis of congenital diseases of heart
• Diagnosis and therapy of cardiac rhythm disorders
• Diagnosis and therapy of cardiac insufficiency
• Management of inflammatory cardiac diseases
• Pharmacotherapy of cardiovascular diseases
• Diagnosis and therapy of Cardiac arrhythmias

Support expertise

• Stress test or Treadmill test
• Holter Monitoring systems
• Echocardiography
• Electrocardiography
• Cardiac laboratory support systems
• Support programs for Cardiac patients
• Holistic programs
• Visits by overseas Cardiac consultants

Specialized equipment

• Phillips ECHO cardiography - 4 Dimensional color Doppler machine with all interpretations along with endoscopic studies
• Treadmill Phillips - We use compact treadmill systems with support measures to tackle all the emergencies related to the test
• Phillips Holter monitoring systems, - For continuous monitoring of the Cardiac functions to diagnose chronic cases, or follow ups
• HP, Philips ECG HP- 12 channel machine with all the interpretations
• Philips Defribrilator - handles the emergencies to the level of on international standards of an OPD clinic.

Department of E.N.T.

Areas of clinical work

• Balance disorders - dizziness, vertigo etc
• Hearing disorders
• Tinnitus
• Taste and smell disorders
• Cough and cold
• Sinusitis
• Esophageal disorders
• Mouth disorders (cold sore etc)
• Ear infections and disorders
• Throat infections (laryngitis, pharyngitis etc)
• Thyroid diseases
• Adenoids, Tonsil conditions

Support expertise

• Hearing and deafness assessment and treatment
• Aural drainage in cases of ear wax
• Foreign body removal
• Consultation for facial deformities
• Referring the cases of hospitalization to best of the available consultants
• Ultrasound
• Laboratory services
• Radiological diagnosis
• Autoscopy
• Nasal Endoscopy (Diagnostic, Therapeutic)
• Direct Laryngoscopy (Diagnostic)
• Allergies assessment and treatment
• Radiographic Diagnostics
• Laboratory services

Specialized equipment

• Meditech E.N.T. chair - Complete E.N.T. solutions in one unit with latest surgical and endoscopical instruments from the USA

Department of Gynecology

The gynecology clinic takes utmost care in diagnosis and treatment of cases within the scope of international clinical studies. In the field of Obstetrics our area of focus is on prenatal diagnostics as well as care of patients with at risk pregnancies. Patients with Diabetes Mellitus during their pregnancy can be guided here.

Areas of clinical work

• Consultation and diagnosis of Sexually Transmitted Diseases
• Ante-natal and post natal consultations
• Breast cancer screening and evaluation
• Bleeding disorders
• Osteoporosis
• Treatment of Menopausal symptoms
• Consultation on post-coital disorders
• Gynecological examination and evaluation of cysts, polyps and congenital malformations
• Holistic programs
• Psycho-somatic analysis

Out patient procedures

• Incontinence of Urine
• Minor gynecological procedures

Support expertise

• Endoscopic procedures i.e. hysteroscopy, laparoscopy etc
• Pap smear
• Biopsies

Specialized equipment

• Philips Digital 4D ultrasound with live videography.

Department of Internal Medicine

Internists specialize in adult healthcare - diagnosis, treatment and prevention of illness. They refer the cases to specialist doctors when required but still manage the overall healthcare. Our Internal Medicine services encompass a full range of care beginning from primary medicine to subspecialties.

Areas of clinical work

• Diagnosis and management of
• General infectious and communicable diseases
• Hypertensive disorders
• Gastroenterological disorders
• Respiratory disorders
• Endocrine disorders
• Allergy
• Preventive health maintenance

Out patient procedures

• Removal of foreign body
• Wound stitching
• Incision and drainage
• Removal of cysts
• Treatment of furuncles, boils and dressings of all types
• Travel vaccinations

Support expertise

• Ultrasonography (4DLIVE)
• Computerized radiography
• Laboratory diagnostics
• Treatment room procedures

Department of Lab

Our Pathology laboratory services offer a wide spectrum of test executed on state of the art analyzers by meticulous staff for accurate and efficient testing. We strive to provide minimal standby time for results.

• Electica France - biochemistry and immunosorbident tests.
• Abracus Italian Hematology analyzer.
• Millrack Italian Single mode autoclave washer with sealer with 90 % sterilization systems.

Department of Nephrology

Areas of clinical work

• Acute and chronic renal failure
• Follow up and management of kidney stones.
• Disorders of regulation of fluids, serum electrolytes and pH
• Nephrotic syndrome
• Glomerulonephritis
• Hematuria
• Proteinuria
• Urinary tract infections
• Metabolic disorders affecting the kidneys
• Kidney biopsy
• Other complicated patient issues; referrals from community physicians

Support expertise

• Radiodiagnosis
• Bonedensitometry
• Ultrasound
• Cardiac - ECG, ECHO, Renal hypertension
• Patient Referral for dialysis

Department of Ophthalmology

First Medical Center has a modern well equipped Ophthalmology department inclusive of the latest instruments.

Areas of clinical work

• Eye ailments and infections
• Refractive errors
• Foreign bodies
• Minor eye injuries
• Squint
• Diabetic Retinopathy
• Ocular Allergies

Minor surgical procedures

• Foreign body removal
• Incision and drainage of stye and chalazion
• Exision of pterygium, conjunctival cysts & concretions

Major surgical procedures will be arranged in leading hospitals in Dubai

• Basic procedures
• Contact lens practice
• Professional eye examinations including Refraction, slitlamp examintation and Findoscopy, Tonometry

Specialized equipment

• Auto-Ref-Keratometer
• AutoLensmeters
• Chartprojector - Computerized visualization of Vision charts, for proper measurements for visual acuity
• Ophthalmic Unit - Complete Ophthalmic workstation in one unit makes it convenient for the patient and doctor to have the details of the eye in one mode with right calibrations.

Department of Dentistry

Our dental department follows all the latest techniques with good support from best of the equipments for tooth corrections and aesthetic dentistry.

Areas of clinical work

• Diseases of gums
• Restorative Dentistry
• Prosthetic implants
• Scaling
• Bleaching
• Tooth whitening systems
• Orthodontic wiring
• Root canal treatment
• Extractions
• Treatment of injuries to soft tissues
• Treatment of Halitosis (bad breath)
• Diagnosis of Benign and malignant oral tumors

Support expertise

• Dental hygiene programs
• Oral pantamography

Specialized equipment

• Fully automated Sirona Dental chair (Germany)
• Belmont Digital Radiovisiography - Live visual facility with properly maintained database that can be used on all PACS servers
• Phillips Holter monitoring systems, - For continuous monitoring of the Cardiac functions to diagnose chronic cases, or follow ups
• Autoclave (Italy) - follows conventional methods with new vacuum systems for autoclave

Department of Pediatrics

The pediatric department covers the general clinical and scientific areas in pediatrics. We have created an ambience in the pediatric clinic which suits the parents & children alike.

Areas of clinical work

• Pediatric Nephrology (kidney related diseases)
• Pediatric Hepatology (liver diseases)
• Gastroenterology (abdominal disorders)
• Neuropediatrics (nervous disorders)
• Metabolic disorders (digestive disorders)
• Endocrinology (hormonal disorders)
• HIV screening
• Early detection of Congenital anomalies
• Psychological disorders

Vaccination clinic

• Vaccination for new born (WHO Standards)
• Vaccination for children at risk to infections
• Travel Vaccinations

Support expertise

• Ultrasound
• Laboratory services
• Radiological diagnosis

Department of Radiology

First Medical Centers Radiology department offers the latest imaging services in the region. Our digital X-Ray cuts down result time and radiation exposure.

Computerized Control Radiography system produces and direct printing, prints delivered in about 90 seconds.