The Communicable Disease Center (CDC) is a specialist facility under Hamad Medical Corporation, dedicated to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and control of infectious and communicable diseases in Qatar. Strategically located in Rumailah, Doha, the CDC features state-of-the-art infrastructure and a multidisciplinary team. The center supports national health security and public health efforts by delivering comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services, travel medicine, pre-marital counseling, education, and research targeting a wide range of infectious diseases.

• Tuberculosis (TB) diagnosis and treatment (including running the National TB Control Program)

• Leprosy

• Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS-CoV)

• HIV/AIDS

• Hepatitis (A, B, C)

• Measles, Influenza, and other emerging/re-emerging diseases

• Comprehensive travel medicine & immunization

• Infectious disease management for inpatients and outpatients, including highly specialized clinics and counseling services.

• Stringent Infection Control: Single-bed isolation rooms, negative pressure, and 100% fresh air exchange for infection containment.

• Benchmark Patient Care: Quality management programs and continuous improvement based on internationally recognized protocols and standards.

• Specialist Staff: Highly qualified and multidisciplinary teams ensure holistic, person-centered care, tailored to the needs of every patient.

Vision:
To be a regional and international leader in communicable disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment, research, and education, advancing health security and promoting well-being in Qatar and beyond.

Mission:
To provide expert, patient-centered care for individuals suffering from infectious diseases, drive public health initiatives, conduct advanced research and training, and ensure continual preparedness for emerging public health threats.

• Planetree International Gold Certification and Distinction: For excellence and innovation in person-centered care (2021, 2025).

• Arab Award for Research in Healthcare: Recognition for groundbreaking research by CDC’s clinical team.