HMC’s Hospital at Home program delivers specialist care to patients 

Doha, Qatar: Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) is redefining how healthcare is delivered through its Hospital at Home model, led by the Home Healthcare...

Doha, Qatar: Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) is redefining how healthcare is delivered through its Hospital at Home model, led by the Home Healthcare Service (HHCS). This innovative program brings advanced, hospital-level care into the homes of patients across Qatar, ensuring that individuals with complex medical needs receive high-quality, specialist treatment while remaining in a familiar and supportive environment.

HHCS is both Joint Commission International (JCI) Accredited under Home Care Standards and Planetree Gold Certified for Person-Centered Care, reflecting its commitment to safety, quality, and compassion. The service provides round-the-clock, interdisciplinary care to patients of all ages - ranging from pediatric cases to elderly individuals - who are temporarily or permanently housebound.

The Hospital at Home model is more than just an alternative to inpatient care – it is a transformative approach that brings medical expertise to the very heart of our communities,” said Dr. Hanadi Al Hamad, Deputy Chief for Long-Term Care, Rehabilitation and Geriatrics at HMC. “Caring for patients in their own homes allows them to remain in a familiar, comfortable setting, surrounded by their loved ones. This significantly contributes to emotional wellbeing, reduces the stress and anxiety often associated with hospital stays, and encourages a more active role for family members in the care journey. Importantly, this program provides specialist care typically offered in hospitals - such as ventilation support, complex wound care, and palliative services - delivered by expert multidisciplinary teams.” 

HHCS is uniquely positioned to manage complex and specialized clinical cases outside the hospital. Currently, 79 patients dependent on mechanical ventilators are being cared for at home.