Dubai Healthcare City Metro Station serves DHCC, the Middle East's largest healthcare free zone. The station gives direct walking access to Mediclinic City Hospital, Wellington Hospital, German Heart Centre, Boston University Institute for Dental Research, and 200+ clinics. Patients flying in for treatment use it heavily — the metro is far cheaper than taxi (AED 4-6 vs AED 35-50 from Dubai Mall to DHCC).
Quick facts
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Line | Green Line |
| Code | G18 |
| Adjacent stations | ← Oud Metha — Al Jadaf → |
| Type | Elevated |
| Wheelchair accessible | Yes (lift + tactile paving) |
| Operating hours | 05:00–24:00 Sun-Thu; 05:00–01:00 Fri-Sat |
Hospitals and clinics within walking distance
- Mediclinic City Hospital — 280 beds, multi-specialty. ~3 min walk.
- Wellington Hospital — UK-affiliated, oncology/orthopaedics. ~5 min walk.
- German Heart Centre Bremen (cardiology) — ~4 min walk.
- Cooper Health Clinic (general practice + paediatrics) — ~5 min walk.
- Boston University Institute for Dental Research and Education — ~6 min walk.
- Mediclinic Dubai Mall (one stop away on Burj Khalifa Red Line — 8 min including switch).
- 200+ smaller specialist clinics across DHCC Buildings 27, 35, 47, 64.
For UAE health insurance options before your visit, see our UAE insurance overview.
Medical tourism — practical tips
- Visa: Patients flying in receive a 90-day Medical Visa via the hospital sponsor. Companions also covered.
- Stay nearby: Premier Inn DHCC, ibis Styles Dubai Jumeira, Crowne Plaza Festival City — all within 10 min by metro/taxi from this station.
- Pharmacy: Boots Pharmacy DHCC (24/7), Aster Pharmacy. Both walk-in.
- Food: Healthy options dominate the area (Caribou Coffee, Tim Hortons, OS Yogurt). Standard mall food at nearby Wafi Mall (one stop on the Green Line at Al Jadaf, then 5-min walk).
- Insurance: Mediclinic and Wellington both accept Cigna, Allianz Worldwide Care, BUPA, Daman, AXA.
Travel times from DHCC Metro
| To | Time | Line |
|---|---|---|
| Wafi Mall (Al Jadaf) | 2 min | Green direct |
| BurJuman | 10 min | Green direct |
| Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall | 17 min | Green → Red at BurJuman |
| Mall of the Emirates | 27 min | Green → Red at BurJuman |
| DXB Airport (T1/T3) | 22 min | Green → Red at Union |
| Al Ghubaiba | 14 min | Green direct |
Frequently Asked Questions
What hospitals are near Dubai Healthcare City Metro?
Mediclinic City Hospital (3 min walk), Wellington Hospital (5 min), German Heart Centre Bremen (4 min), Cooper Health Clinic (5 min), Boston University Dental Institute (6 min). Plus 200+ smaller specialist clinics inside DHCC.
Is Mediclinic City Hospital walkable from DHCC Metro?
Yes — Mediclinic City Hospital is ~3 minutes walking via the covered ground-level path from the station exit. Wheelchair accessible the entire way.
What is Dubai Healthcare City?
Established in 2002, DHCC is the Middle East's largest healthcare free zone. Hosts hospitals, clinics, research centres, medical universities, and pharmacies. Approximately 9,000 medical professionals work there.
Where are the cheapest hotels near DHCC for medical visits?
Premier Inn DHCC (~AED 280/night) is steps from the metro. ibis Styles Dubai Jumeira (~AED 320), Holiday Inn Dubai (~AED 350) are 10 min by metro. For longer stays, browse short-term apartment rentals.
Does DHCC Metro have parking?
Limited surface parking, mostly metered. For a long visit (multi-day hospital stay), consider Etisalat or Centrepoint metro stations for free commuter parking and ride in 25 min.