The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi and Abbott Unite to Manufacture Pharmaceuticals Locally in Abu Dhabi
DoH defines the strategy for the health system, monitors and analyses the health status of the population and performance of the system.
In addition DoH shapes the regulatory framework for the health system, inspects against regulations, enforce standards, and encourages adoption of world – class best practices and performance targets by all healthcare service providers in the Emirate.
DoH also drives programs to increase awareness and adoption of healthy living standards among the residents of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi in addition to regulating scope of services, premiums and reimbursement rates of the health system in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.
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