Critical Care Medicine at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City (SKMC)

Excellence in life-saving care - providing advanced, compassionate critical care for the most vulnerable patients

The Department of Critical Care Medicine at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City (SKMC), Abu Dhabi is a leading center for adult critical care, dedicated to providing state-of-the-art, multidisciplinary care for critically ill patients. With a team of highly skilled intensivists, advanced practice providers, and allied healthcare professionals, we ensure the highest standards of evidence-based, compassionate care. Our commitment to innovation, education, and research makes us a trusted center for excellence in critical care medicine.

Why Choose Us?

Round-the-clock care for critically ill patients in Intensive Care Units (ICUs), Coronary Care Units (CCUs), and Emergency Departments.

A collaborative team of intensivists, nurses, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, nutritionists, rehabilitation specialists, and case managers providing holistic patient care.

State-of-the-art equipment for continuous monitoring, mechanical ventilation, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), and hemodynamic support.

Management of critically ill patients with respiratory failure, sepsis, multi-organ dysfunction, post-surgical recovery, and trauma.

Commitment to medical advancements, clinical trials, and education programs to enhance patient outcomes.

Services We Provide

Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU)

Comprehensive care for patients with complex medical conditions such as sepsis, respiratory failure, and multi-organ dysfunction.

Coronary Care Unit (CCU)

Advanced cardiac critical care for conditions such as acute coronary syndrome, heart failure, and post-cardiac surgery management.

Neurosciences Critical Care

Specialized care for patients with neurological emergencies, traumatic brain injuries, and stroke.

Post-Surgical Critical Care

Multidisciplinary support for patients recovering from major surgeries, including transplant, cardiovascular, and neurosurgical procedures.

Pulmonary & Respiratory Support

Expert management of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and ventilatory support.

Extracorporeal Life Support (ECLS)

ECMO therapy for patients with severe cardiac and respiratory failure.

Advanced Sepsis Management

Rapid diagnosis and treatment protocols to improve survival rates for sepsis and septic shock.

Cutting-Edge Technology

Continuous Hemodynamic Monitoring

Real-time assessment of cardiac function and circulation.

ECMO Therapy

Life-saving support for patients with severe cardiac and respiratory failure.

High-Frequency Ventilation

Specialized ventilation techniques for critical respiratory conditions.

Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS)

Bedside diagnostic imaging for rapid decision-making.

Advanced Sedation & Pain Management

Personalized sedation strategies to enhance patient comfort and recovery.

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