Aster DM Healthcare Announces AED 1 Billion Expansion Plan in UAE

TDT | Dubai

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In alignment with Dubai Economic Agenda (D33), Aster DM Healthcare revealed game changing projects in the pipeline, worth an investment of AED 1 billion, aimed at making worldclass healthcare locally available in the UAE and redefining the future of healthcare access for the people of the country.

One of the largest and fastest-growing integrated healthcare providers in the GCC, Aster DM Healthcare’s robust integrated healthcare model today includes 15 hospitals, 126 clinics, and 338 pharmacies in the Middle East, serving all segments of society with a strong focus on providing quality care. Supported by myAster – region’s leading omnichannel healthcare app, the group is scaling its footprint to serve 75 million people annually over the next five years, up from the current 17.6 million people. In addition to UAE, the company is expanding its footprint in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia through a committed investment of USD 250 million across hospitals, clinics, pharmacies and digital health.

Commenting on Aster’s progressive plans, Dr. Azad Moopen, Founder Chairman of Aster DM Healthcare said, “For nearly four decades, Aster has been guided by a single purpose — to make quality healthcare accessible to every community we serve. Today’s announcement reflects our deep commitment to the UAE, a country that has consistently championed innovation, excellence and patient-centricity in healthcare. Through these projects, we are strengthening local capacity, bringing advanced treatments closer to patients, and contributing to the UAE’s long-term vision of being a global hub for healthcare. We are thankful to our partners like Fajr Capital and consortium of investors who believed in our vision and have been supporting us in our journey across the region.”

Speaking at World Health Expo (WHX) 2026, Ms. Alisha Moopen, Managing Director & Group CEO, Aster DM Healthcare said, “The future of healthcare will be defined by advanced clinical capability and intelligent digital integration — and the UAE is setting the pace for this transformation. Our AED 1 billion pipeline is not only about adding beds or infrastructure; it is about enabling world-class care pathways locally, supported by technology, specialized talent and a connected patient experience. The new hospitals, three new robotic surgery platforms being added to the existing network, advanced robotic rehabilitation centre bringing in 18 super specialized robots and Sharjah’s first private multi-organ transplant centre, are few of the projects that will help us stay ahead of the curve in meeting fast evolving patient needs and enhance outcomes; while we continue working with the government and partners to redefine industry standards.”

Major UAE expansion: Two New hospitals and expansion of Aster Hospital Al Qusais

Aster DM Healthcare announced plans to open two new multi-specialty hospitals in Dubai, located in Studio City and Discovery Gardens, adding over 250 beds to the group’s current ~920-bed UAE capacity. Once operational, the new facilities are expected to serve over 560,000 additional patients annually, while creating 675+ new healthcare jobs.