Abu dhabi: Al Mudeef Centre, aligned with the Zayed Authority for People of Determination and managed by Cambridge Medical Group, has achieved full and unconditional accreditation from Joint Commission International (JCI), a global benchmark in healthcare quality and patient safety.
According to Emirates News Agency, this notable accreditation places Al Mudeef Centre among a select group of specialised healthcare institutions around the world. The centre underwent a rigorous evaluation of its operational systems, including clinical care quality, governance efficiency, safety standards, and international operational excellence. The accreditation is set to enhance service efficiency, bolster patient safety, reduce medical risks, and improve internal processes. It also promotes continuous improvement and strengthens the readiness of medical and administrative teams.
This achievement boosts community and stakeholder confidence and solidifies the centre's status as a leading provider of specialised and integrated healthcare services for People of Determination both locally and internationally. It signifies the success of the strategic partnership between the Zayed Authority for People of Determination and Cambridge Health Group, which focuses on providing integrated, people-centric services for People of Determination.
Abdullah Al Humaidan, Secretary-General of the Zayed Authority for People of Determination, highlighted that this accreditation is a global endorsement of the quality of Abu Dhabi's healthcare system. He emphasized the authority's commitment to adopting international best practices and creating a comprehensive and safe care environment that empowers People of Determination and enhances their quality of life.
Dr. Ahmad Al Khayer, CEO and Chair of Rehabilitation Medicine at Cambridge Health Group - UAE, remarked that receiving full and unconditional JCI accreditation reflects an elevated level of institutional excellence and a strong commitment to quality and patient safety. He praised the strategic partnership with the Zayed Authority for People of Determination as a successful integration model for delivering specialised care services according to the highest international standards.
Fatima Al Hashemi, Director of Al Mudeef Centre, described the centre as a specialised long-term care facility providing permanent residential services for People of Determination within a comprehensive healthcare and rehabilitation system. This system is supervised by a multidisciplinary team committed to delivering safe and holistic care following the highest quality standards. She explained that the centre offers a wide range of services that address residents' health, psychological, and social needs, including continuous nursing care, medical and functional rehabilitation programmes, and social and recreational rehabilitation activities.
Al Hashemi further asserted that achieving JCI accreditation is a pivotal milestone in Al Mudeef Centre's journey of excellence, as JCI is recognised as the global gold standard in healthcare quality and patient safety. The JCI is one of the world's leading organisations in healthcare accreditation, known for its rigorous standards focused on quality of care, patient safety, and continuous institutional performance improvement.