Middle East’s First UHMS-Accredited Hyperbaric Centre

Dubai, UAE –

The Brain & Performance Centre, a subsidiary of DP World, has achieved a landmark milestone as the first hyperbaric medicine facility in the Middle East to receive accreditation from the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society (UHMS), the world’s leading authority on hyperbaric care. This recognition places the Centre among an elite global network of only 144 UHMS-accredited facilities, and one of just three outside the United States.

The accreditation underscores the Centre’s unwavering commitment to patient safety, clinical governance, and scientific excellence, highlighting its position as a pioneer in hyperbaric medicine and advanced health technologies. Unlike many regional providers that focus on oxygen-based wellness services, The Brain & Performance Centre delivers fully medical, evidence-based hyperbaric programmes, combining advanced diagnostics, multidisciplinary expertise, and tailored treatment protocols to enhance brain health, recovery, and overall human performance.

Dr. Craig Cook, CEO of The Brain & Performance Centre, commented:

"Receiving UHMS accreditation is a defining achievement for both our Centre and the UAE’s healthcare sector. This recognition confirms that our standards, protocols, and facilities meet — and exceed — the highest international benchmarks. Hyperbaric medicine is a serious scientific discipline, not a wellness trend, and our accreditation affirms our leadership in the field."

Dr. Semer Wang, Medical Director, added:

"This milestone reflects our steadfast dedication to patient safety, clinical excellence, and scientific innovation. We are proud to represent the region on the global stage, offering patients access to the most advanced medically-led hyperbaric therapies available."

The UHMS accreditation process involves a rigorous multi-stage evaluation, including detailed assessments of clinical operations, treatment protocols, staff qualifications, and patient outcomes. Facilities are only accredited if they demonstrate exceptional adherence to the highest global standards of safety and quality.

This achievement strengthens The Brain & Performance Centre’s role as a regional and global reference in hyperbaric medicine, supporting Dubai’s vision to become a hub for medical innovation and attracting patients seeking trusted, world-class healthcare from across the Middle East and beyond.