UAE floating hospital treats 41 patients in Al Arish during February

The UAE floating hospital at the port of Al Arish treated 41 Palestinian patients in February 2026. This vessel provides surgical and trauma care, operating as part of the UAE field hospital network to manage acute cases from conflict zones.

The facility contains surgical suites, intensive care units, and diagnostic laboratories for orthopedic and thoracic injuries. The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) coordinates medical evacuations with the Emirates Red Crescent to stabilize patients before transfer to facilities in the Emirates.

This deployment places high-acuity care at the Egyptian border to reduce transit risks for patients. Medical staff, including trauma surgeons and anesthesiologists, rotate through the facility on 30-day deployment cycles.

Private hospital groups in the UAE use performance data from Al Arish to update disaster response protocols. Operators maintain clinical compliance through telehealth links to specialists in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. These systems provide real-time consultation for surgical planning, which keeps patient outcomes within domestic quality standards.