Abu dhabi: Zayed Authority for People of Determination has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Dr. Mohammed Munir Dental Center to enhance cooperation in providing specialised dental care services for People of Determination and facilitate their access to comprehensive and sustainable healthcare that meets their individual needs, in line with the highest medical standards in the UAE.
According to Emirates News Agency, the MoU aims to establish an institutional framework that enhances access to specialised dental treatment services through an approved referral pathway from the Authority to the centre. This initiative ensures continuity and integration of care and contributes to the delivery of medical services tailored to their needs.
The agreement includes the provision of supported treatment services, featuring direct insurance coverage for Thiqa cardholders (Categories 1 and 2) through a direct billing system. It also offers a 50 percent discount on cosmetic treatments and non-insurance-covered services for Thiqa cardholders (Categories 1, 2, and 3) and uninsured individuals. This approach helps reduce financial burdens and enhances access to specialised healthcare.
The centre is equipped to accommodate People of Determination across all categories, including wheelchair users and individuals with severe disabilities who require medical support devices. This ensures safe and integrated care tailored to their needs.
The MoU also covers cooperation in training and qualifying People of Determination for the labour market, enhancing their professional readiness and supporting their economic and social empowerment.
Abdullah Ismail Al Kamali, Executive Director of the People of Determination Sector at Zayed Authority for People of Determination, stated that the agreement aligns with the Authority's strategy to expand partnerships with the private healthcare sector. It aims to strengthen an integrated healthcare system that supports empowerment and improves quality of life.
Dr. Mohammed Munir Juma Mousa Al Salwadi emphasized that the centre has created a treatment environment where challenges are transformed into possibilities, highlighting that specialised care for People of Determination is a fundamental human right.
The cooperation areas also include implementing specialised training programmes to build the capacities of medical and administrative staff. Both parties will launch joint awareness and community initiatives to inform People of Determination and their families about available healthcare services, contributing to raising health awareness and facilitating access to specialised treatment.
