NMC's Palliative Care Provides Comfort to UAE Family

Jul 9, 2026

60 min

Jul 9, 2026 04:31

How NMC helped a patient find dignity and comfort at the end of life

## Navigating a Terminal Diagnosis

When Mohammed Mazhar Siddique, a long-time resident of the UAE, was diagnosed with terminal interstitial lung disease, his family sought a dignified and comfortable end-of-life experience for him. His daughters, Dr. Fouzia Siddique and Kashaf Siddique, turned to NMC’s palliative care team for support.

## Comprehensive Care Approach

Dr. Paul Coulter, a palliative care consultant at NMC, developed a comprehensive care plan for Siddique. This plan involved collaboration across various medical specialties, including neurology, cardiology, and pulmonology, to ensure holistic care. Dr. Coulter emphasized the importance of providing care that he would want for his own parents.

## Focus on Dignity and Choice

The care plan included home visits, symptom management, and discussions about advance care decisions, such as ventilation and CPR preferences. Dr. Coulter's approach restored a sense of choice and dignity for the family, which was crucial during this challenging time.

## Highlighting the Importance of Palliative Care

Palliative care is still emerging in the UAE, especially for non-cancer patients. The Siddique family hopes their experience will raise awareness about the value of compassionate care. They believe that NMC's pioneering efforts in palliative medicine are vital for providing comfort to those in need.

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