Hamad Pediatric Emergency Centers (PECs), operated by Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC), serve as Qatar’s central hubs for urgent and emergency medical care for children up to 14 years old. Operating round the clock, PECs are equipped to handle moderate to severe pediatric emergencies, providing care for acute, non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries. These centers are an essential part of the national emergency and trauma system, offering a child-friendly, specialized environment.

• Assessment and management of medical, surgical, and trauma emergencies for pediatric patients (0–14 years)

• Emergency diagnostics: laboratory, x-ray, ECG

• Respiratory care and infection control

• Emergency rehydration therapy

• Pharmacy services (24/7 medication access)

• Social work and family support

• Antibiotic clinic and urgent care advice hotline

• Patient triage to prioritize and streamline care

• Dedicated isolation and consulting rooms for infectious cases

• Respiratory conditions: bronchiolitis, asthma, pneumonia, croup, URTI

• Fever, sore throat, vomiting, and diarrhea

• Minor injuries or trauma

• Allergic reactions and acute pediatric illnesses

• Vision: Deliver the safest and most effective pediatric emergency care, setting the regional benchmark for quality and child safety.

• Mission: Provide immediate, expert medical intervention for pediatric emergencies in partnership with families and communities.

• Nationally recognized for service to Qatar’s pediatric population

• Integral to national response strategy for infectious and acute illness outbreaks