79 patients dependent on mechanical ventilators being cared for at home

Published: 24 April 2025

Home Healthcare Service (HHCS) a huge success; its call centre received over 52,000 calls in 2024

NT Bureau
Doha

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

Currently, 79 patients dependent on mechanical ventilators are being cared for at home.

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.

The service provides round-the-clock, interdisciplinary care to patients of all ages – ranging from pedi-atric cases to elderly individuals – who are temporarily or permanently housebound.

The HHCS Call Centre operates 24/7, responding to over 52,000 calls in 2024 alone. It plays a crucial role in providing real-time guidance and reassurance to patients and their families, helping to avoid unnec-essary hospital visits and ensuring continuity of care.

“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.