Special Diabetes Package – AED 139

Diabetes is one of the most common long-term conditions in the UAE, and many people have high blood sugar for years before they notice symptoms. The Special Diabetes Package at Dr. Sabah Al Sakban Medical Center (SSMC) on Najda Street is a simple, low-cost way to check where you stand, or to keep an existing diagnosis under control. It costs AED 139 as a special offer and is led by GP Dr Aiswarya Alexander.

What is included

• Two doctor’s consultations – a first visit to review your history, symptoms and medicines, and a second visit to explain your results and agree a plan.
• Vitals check – blood pressure, pulse, weight and BMI.
• Fasting blood sugar (FBS) – your blood glucose after an overnight fast.
• HbA1c – your average blood sugar over the past two to three months.

Who should book this package

• Adults who feel very thirsty, pass urine often, feel tired or lose weight without trying.
• Anyone with a parent, brother or sister with diabetes.
• People who are overweight or who have high blood pressure or high cholesterol.
• Women who had diabetes during pregnancy.
• Patients already diagnosed with diabetes or pre-diabetes who want a regular check of their control.

Understanding your results

HbA1c is reported as a percentage. As a general guide, below 5.7% is in the normal range, 5.7% to 6.4% suggests pre-diabetes, and 6.5% or above is consistent with diabetes. Fasting blood sugar adds a snapshot of today’s level. Results always need to be read alongside your history, which is why the package includes a second consultation with the doctor to explain them and agree what happens next.

If your results are raised, Dr Aiswarya can start or adjust treatment, give practical diet and activity advice and arrange follow-up checks. If you also want your cholesterol, kidney and liver checked, the GWC 5-in-1 General Wellness Check covers 37 blood tests plus ECG for AED 299.

How to prepare

• Fast for 8 to 10 hours before your blood test. Water is fine.
• Take your usual medicines unless the doctor tells you otherwise, and bring a list of them.
• Bring your Emirates ID and any previous results.

Where to find us

Dr. Sabah Al Sakban Medical Center, Flat 102, 1st Floor, Gift Land Building, Najda Street, Abu Dhabi. Open every day, 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Book on WhatsApp 050 213 2334.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the diabetes package?

The Special Diabetes Package is AED 139 as a special offer, including two doctor’s consultations, vitals, fasting blood sugar and HbA1c.

Do I need to fast?

Yes, for the fasting blood sugar test. Please fast for 8 to 10 hours beforehand; water is allowed.

Can I pay in instalments?

Yes, with Tabby or Tamara.

Which languages does the doctor speak?

Dr Aiswarya Alexander consults in Malayalam, English and Hindi.

Your doctors at SSMC

All GP consultations and package reviews at SSMC are with our General Practitioners, Dr Aiswarya Alexander and Dr Sana Nazir. Both consult in Malayalam, English and Hindi. Meet our doctors.

Read our guide: HbA1c test explained: normal range, pre-diabetes and diabetes