“We at Welcare have various medical facilities
which other Medical centers do not have.”
 
   
 
         
 


 
Dr. Christopher Dias
Medical Director
Welcare Diagnostic & Treatment Center
 
 

Set up in May 2007 Welcare DTC is one-of-its-kind multidisciplinary medical center in Oman equipped with state-of-the art technology and designed to deliver modern health care services which has successfully developed a whole new aspect of healthcare in the community. The Center that has two locations at Al Khuwair and at Al Bustan (exclusively for Al Bustan staff & customers) today serves as the single-point access to modern services, which are custom-designed to meet the changing needs of patients in the Sultanate.

Reputed to be among the top 10 medical centers in Oman, Welcare World Health Systems (WWHS), is owned by the Dubai based Varkey Group, Medi- Clinic Corporation (South Africa) and GE Healthcare, is a leading healthcare provider in the UAE. Medi–Clinic Corporation manages 51 hospitals in South Africa and 3 in Namibia. It also owns Hirslanden AG, the leading private hospital group in Switzerland, with 13 hospitals. The knowledge and expertise of these two companies provide Welcare with an excellent platform for cross referrals

referrals, offering an unparalleled service in the healthcare industry. Welcare World’s expertise is in the development and management of hospitals and clinics and the provision of healthcare consultancy services. To bring the added value of best-practices in medicine and contemporary healthcare management solutions, Welcare World has created strategic alliances with internationally reputed healthcare institutions, and combines these cutting edge practices of quality with its in house capabilities and experience

Would the arrival of private medical centers mean that less number of people are going to government hospitals?

No. for the citizens of Oman, the government hospitals provide a variety of free or discounted medical facilities & check-ups.

Are more people falling sick now
than before?


Oman is a growing nation; the population has drastically increased from the past 5years. Since health as always beenthe main concern of the Government of Oman, many Medical centers have the opportunity to blossom & grow to help keep many in good health.

What is your value proposition?


A premium centre with state of art technology, well experienced doctors & excellent services

Are private medical centers equipped to meet emergencies or capable of providing conducting
specialized surgeries and providing critical care?


Yes, most of the medical centers can provide & conduct specialized surgeries and critical care.

Is there still room for more private
hospitals in your opinion?


Yes, since Oman is a growing nation, there will always be a need for more private hospitals.

Do we see merger of private hospitals
in future?


No, not in the immediate future.