University Hospital Sharjah
📍 Sharjah
Community hospital · founded 1924 · non-profit foundation
About
University Hospital Sharjah (UHS) is a leading healthcare provider in the United Arab Emirates, offering a comprehensive range of medical services to patients from across the region. With a team of highly qualified and experienced healthcare professionals, UHS is committed to providing the highest quality of care in a compassionate and patient-centered environment. UHS boasts state-of-the-art facilities and advanced medical technology, ensuring patients receive the most effective and innovative treatments available. The hospital offers a wide range of specialties, including cardiology, oncology, neurology, pediatrics, and more. UHS also houses a dedicated emergency department, ensuring prompt and efficient care for critical situations. UHS is dedicated to providing a seamless and comfortable experience for its patients. The hospital offers a variety of amenities, including comfortable private rooms, multilingual staff, and convenient access to transportation. UHS also understands the importance of patient education and provides resources and support to help patients understand their conditions and treatment options. Whether you are seeking routine checkups, specialised treatment, or emergency care, University Hospital Sharjah is committed to providing you with the highest quality of care and a positive healthcare experience.
- Legal name
- University Hospital Sharjah
- Governance
- Board of directors · CEO appointed annually
- Employees
- 2,500
Capacity
Annual volume
Emergency capabilities
- Trauma centre — Level II
- Stroke: Thrombectomy-capable
- Door-to-balloon: 57 min (AHA target ≤ 90)
- Door-to-needle (stroke): 30 min
Subspecialty centres
Transplant programmes
- Cornea
All departments
- Internal Medicine
- Surgery
- Emergency
Quality metrics
| Metric | Value | Benchmark |
|---|---|---|
| Risk-adjusted 30d mortality | 4.1% | EU avg 3.0% |
| HAI rate per 1000 patient-days | 3.6 | EU avg 1.8 |
| 30d readmission rate | 24% | EU avg 14% |
| Patient satisfaction (HCAHPS-like) | -10% | EU avg 76% |
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Patient experience
- Room categories
- ward · semi-private · private
- Meals
- standard · halal · kosher · vegan · gluten-free · pediatric
- Chaplaincy
- Christian · Muslim · Jewish
- Private bathroom
- private + suite rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Free in all rooms
Awards & rankings
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Top hospital — Sharjah
EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025
Services
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