Food can quickly start to feel complicated when you're managing symptoms, living with a medical condition, or recovering from illness. Many people sense that something in their diet needs to change but aren't sure where to begin, or which advice actually applies to them. At Fakeeh University Hospital in Dubai, our dietitians help you make sense of nutrition in a way that feels practical, personal, and grounded in medical care.
Our dietetic services are available to patients staying in the hospital, to those attending our outpatient clinics, and — for anyone who prefers to be seen remotely — through teleconsultations.
Dietetics is about understanding your nutrition and how it affects your health in everyday life. Rather than offering generic advice, a dietitian looks at how your body is coping, what you're currently eating, and what might be standing in the way of progress.
In practice, this means taking the time to understand your symptoms, medical history, medications, and — where relevant — your test results and daily routine. From there, your dietitian helps you find realistic, sustainable changes that support your long-term health.
Some people come to us with a referral to support their recovery. Others simply feel "off" and want expert guidance. Dietetic support can be especially helpful if:
If any of these sound familiar, it may be worth booking an appointment.
Our dietitians work with people across a wide range of medical and nutritional needs, including:
Our dietitians bring together experience across the full spectrum of clinical nutrition, so you're supported by the right expertise for your needs. This includes advanced nutrition support for patients in critical care — including parenteral nutrition — adult clinical dietetics for both short- and long-term conditions, and pediatric dietetics, supporting children and families with medical nutrition needs as well as everyday feeding concerns.
Whatever your situation, our team works closely with the wider hospital to ensure your nutritional care is coordinated with the rest of your treatment.
Appointments are structured, but relaxed — with time to talk through your concerns properly. Here's what to expect:
Nutrition advice only works when it's both accurate and easy to apply in real life. At Fakeeh University Hospital, our dietetic care is grounded in clinical evidence and shaped around you as an individual. Patients benefit from:
To book an appointment with our dietitians at Fakeeh University Hospital, you can call us 04 414 4444 or visit https://www.fuh.care/specialties/nutrition-dietetics
A dietitian provides personalised, medically grounded nutrition care based on your health, history, and test results not one-size-fits-all advice. This makes their guidance safe, relevant, and far more effective for your specific situation.
Not necessarily. While some patients are referred as part of their treatment or recovery, you can also book directly if you have concerns about your nutrition, weight, appetite, or digestion. To book an appointment with our dietitians at Fakeeh University Hospital, you can call us 04 414 4444 or visit https://www.fuh.care/specialties/nutrition-dietetics
Our dietitians support a wide range of needs from diabetes, heart health, and weight management to digestive conditions, cancer care, kidney and liver disease, food allergies, and specialised nutrition support. A nutrition program advocates eating a healthy and balanced diet and staying active. It means a balance of all the food groups like whole grains, vegetables, fruits, proteins, low fat dairy products and healthy fats in moderation.
