Abu Dhabi: Make-A-Wish® UAE signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Burjeel Medical City in its efforts to spread the foundation’s lofty message that is based on its noble humanitarian strategy. The MOU facilitates the process of obtaining information for children with critical illnesses to grant their wishes. It also aims to enhance the cooperation between the two parties to raise awareness of their community’s goals and activities.

The MOU was signed by Hani Alzubaidi, CEO of the Foundation, and Dr. Mandeep Singh, CEO, Burjeel Farha & Consultant Maternal & Fetal Medicine, Burjeel Medical City.

On this occasion, Hani Alzubaidi, CEO of “Make a Wish” Foundation, said: “We are pleased to sign this agreement with Burjeel Medical City, which has emerged as a center of medical excellence across the UAE. The hospital is well-known for providing world-class and specialized healthcare services that utilize the latest advanced technologies rounded with a friendly human touch available to all members of society without discrimination. It embraces a team of world-renowned doctors who have high-level skills and experience.”

“Through the MoU, we look forward to this cooperation, as we have one goal in common, which is spreading happiness in the hearts of the community members.  We both aim to grant the wishes of children with critical illnesses to light the candle of hope and optimism for a better life in Zayed’s homeland,” he concluded.

“Providing high-quality care to the community is a top priority for us. Offering patients and their families support throughout their healing process can contribute to improved outcomes. We are thrilled to associate with Make-A-Wish Foundation to make a meaningful difference to children with critical illnesses. We look forward to cooperating on this noble venture to spread happiness among children and their families and offer them renewed strength in their fight against diseases,” said Dr. Singh.

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About “Make a Wish” Foundation

A non-profit organization with a mission to grant the wishes of children suffering from critical illnesses without discriminating in gender, language, religion, or creed. The foundation is licensed by UAE’s Ministry of Community Development, with the headquarters located in Abu Dhabi.

About Burjeel Medical City

Burjeel Medical City is a cutting-edge, leading quaternary care facility in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The 1.2 million-square-foot hospital houses 400 beds and 50+ specialties, including oncology, hematology, bone marrow transplantation, neurosurgery, multi-organ transplantation, orthopedic surgery, pediatric surgery, fetal medicine, nuclear medicine, and many others. Burjeel Medical City is the UAE's first ECMO-accredited Integrated Oncology and Palliative Care Center. It also houses the country's most advanced rehabilitation facility, outfitted with cutting-edge technology.