🏥Pre-opening healthcare facility Checklist ?
Pre-Opening Healthcare Facility Checklist in the UAE is exciting. However, the process is highly regulated. If you miss even one requirement, you risk delays or legal trouble.
That’s why we created this simple pre-opening checklist ✅—plus, how Aura Health Solutions can help you stay compliant at every stage.
✅ 1. Final Health Authority Approval
You must receive final approval from the health authority in your emirate before opening:
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DHA – Dubai
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DOH – Abu Dhabi
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MOHAP – Northern Emirates
Although you might already have preliminary approval, it is not enough. You can’t legally operate until you get final confirmation.
👉 Need help getting your final DHA or MOH license? Aura is here to assist.
🏗️ 2. Facility Inspection & Compliance
The health authority will conduct an on-site inspection. They will check:
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Cleanliness and infection control procedures
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Fire alarms, extinguishers, and emergency systems
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Medical equipment setup and calibration
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Signage in English and Arabic
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Whether the floor plan matches the approved layout
✨ Aura helps you prepare everything—so you pass inspection the first time.
👩⚕️ 3. Hire Licensed Healthcare Professionals
You’ll need a fully licensed clinical team. This includes:
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Doctors, nurses, and technicians with valid DHA, DOH, or MOH licenses
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Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for all staff
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Good Standing Certificates from previous employers or authorities
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Malpractice insurance coverage
👉 Need help verifying or applying for staff licenses? We’ve got you covered.
📦 4. Set Up Medical Equipment & Supplies
To ensure readiness:
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All devices must be installed, tested, and functioning properly
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Some equipment may need registration with the UAE Ministry of Health
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Medicines and consumables should be stored correctly
⚠️ Incomplete equipment setup can lead to inspection failure.
🖥️ 5. Implement EMR & IT Systems
Depending on your emirate, you may need to:
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Integrate with NABIDH (Dubai) or Malaffi (Abu Dhabi)
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Use an EMR system that meets health authority standards
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Train your staff to use the digital system efficiently
👉 Aura Health offers complete EMR and IT integration services.
🧾 6. Prepare Signage, Branding & Patient Materials
It’s easy to overlook the small stuff, but it matters. Make sure you have:
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Clear, visible signage in both English and Arabic
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Health authority-approved price lists
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Patient consent forms and internal policies (e.g., safety, data privacy)
✨ Aura can review your documents and signage before your inspection.
🗂️ 7. Complete Legal & Administrative Requirements
Your setup isn’t complete until all legal details are in place:
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Trade license issued under the correct activity
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Ejari/tenancy contract registered with the municipality
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Municipality approvals for zoning and signage
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Medical waste disposal contracts
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Staff contracts, payroll system, and HR documentation
👉 Aura handles the full business setup—so you can focus on care.
💡 Final Thoughts: Don’t Launch Without a Checklist
Opening a clinic in the UAE involves more than just renting a space and hiring a doctor. Every detail must comply with strict regulations.
By following this checklist—and with Aura Health Solutions supporting you—you can launch your clinic faster, safer, and without stress. 🏁💼
