The directory table below covers the 12 highest-traffic Aster branches — the ones most UAE residents actually use. Hours are typical; confirm with the branch for current Friday hours.
Aster Clinics in the UAE (2026): Every Branch, by Emirate
Aster DM Healthcare operates 21 Aster-branded clinics across the UAE in our directory — more than any other single clinic chain in the country. The branches stretch from Fujairah to Umm Al Quwain, with the densest clusters in Dubai and Sharjah. This guide lists every branch by emirate, opening hours, and which branches accept walk-ins on the DHA and MoHAP Essential Benefits Plans.
Aster's UAE network sits inside Medical & Healthcare listings across all 13 UAE cities in our July 2026 snapshot. Of the 863 approved listings, 21 carry the Aster name — a mix of Aster Medical Centre branches (DM Healthcare legacy), Aster Medical Center branches (newer naming convention), and one Aster Pharmacy 180 and Clinic hybrid. Aster's chain structure means consistent service quality, broad insurance participation, and the longest walk-in hours of any UAE clinic chain.
The 21 Aster Branches, by Emirate
Aster's UAE footprint skews toward the Northern Emirates and Dubai's working-class belts — Muhaisnah, Al Quoz, Jebel Ali, Al Qusais — rather than the luxury-residential clusters of Jumeirah or Downtown Dubai. This positioning shapes everything from pricing (mid-tier) to hours (late) to language coverage (Hindi, Malayalam, Urdu, Arabic, English).
Dubai (9 branches)
- Aster Cedars Clinic — Jebel Ali Free Zone, walk-in GP.
- Aster Jabel Ali Medical Center — second Jebel Ali branch.
- Aster Medical Centre Al Muhaisnah Br of DM — primary-care flagship in Muhaisnah.
- Aster Medical Centre Abu Hail Br of DM Healthcare — Hor Al Anz, GP and family medicine.
- Aster Medical Centre Al Qusais BR of DM — Al Qusais 1, family medicine.
- Aster Medical Centre Deira Br of DM Healthcare LLC — Deira, GP and pediatric.
- Aster Medical Center Ras Al Khor — Ras Al Khor Industrial Area 3.
- Aster Medical Centre Dubai Land — Dubai Land, family medicine.
- Aster Medical Centre Liwan Br Of DM Healthcare LLC — Liwan, GP.
Plus the Aster Pharmacy hybrid: Aster Pharmacy 180 and Clinic Br Of Aster Pharmacies Group LLC Express Clinic in JBR — pharmacy with attached GP express clinic.
Sharjah (5 branches)
- Aster Al Nahda Medical Center - 1 — Al Nahda, the largest single Aster setup in Sharjah (see our Al Nahda Sharjah guide).
- Aster Abu Shagharah Medical Center — Abu Shagara, family medicine.
- Aster Abu Tina Medical Center — Abutina, GP.
- Aster Al Suwaihat Medical Center — Al Abar, GP and pediatric.
- Thumbay Clinic LLC Branch 2 is nearby — for Thumbay coverage see our Thumbay guide.
Ajman (2 branches)
- Aster Medical Centre Br (Ajman) — Al Nuaimiyah, GP and family medicine (see our Jurf & Al Nuaimiya guide).
- Aster Specialist Medical Center — Rashidia 3, appointment-only specialist care.
Abu Dhabi (2 branches)
- Eastern Alahili Medical Center - Branch 1 — Musaffah, Aster-affiliated.
- Eastern Al Ahli Medical Center — Al Mafraq, Aster-affiliated.
Northern Emirate single branches
- Aster Medical Centre - Fujairah Br — Hamad Bin Abdulla Street.
- Aster Medical Centre BR.DM Healthcare LLC Rak BR. — Al Nakheel, RAK (see our RAK healthcare guide).
- Aster Medical Centre - Br Of DM Healthcare LLC Umm Al Quwain Branch — Green belt, UAQ.
Branch Directory: Hours, Walk-ins, Insurance
The directory table below covers the 12 highest-traffic Aster branches — the ones most UAE residents actually use. Hours are typical; confirm with the branch for current Friday hours.
| Branch | Emirate | Opens | Latest walk-in | Friday | Insurance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aster Cedars Clinic | Dubai (Jebel Ali) | 08:00 | 23:00 | 16:00 to 23:00 | All major networks + DHA EBP |
| Aster Medical Centre Al Muhaisnah | Dubai | 08:00 | 23:00 | 16:00 to 23:00 | All major networks + DHA EBP |
| Aster Medical Centre Al Qusais | Dubai | 08:30 | 22:30 | 16:00 to 22:30 | All major networks + DHA EBP |
| Aster Medical Centre Deira | Dubai | 08:30 | 22:30 | 16:00 to 22:30 | All major networks |
| Aster Al Nahda Medical Center - 1 | Sharjah | 08:00 | 23:00 | 16:00 to 23:00 | All major networks + MoHAP EBP |
| Aster Abu Shagharah Medical Center | Sharjah | 09:00 | 22:00 | Closed Friday | Most major networks |
| Aster Medical Centre Br (Ajman) | Ajman | 08:30 | 22:00 | 16:00 to 22:00 | All major networks + MoHAP EBP |
| Aster Specialist Medical Center | Ajman | 09:00 | 21:00 | Closed Friday | All major networks — appointment only |
| Aster Medical Centre Fujairah Br | Fujairah | 09:00 | 22:00 | 16:00 to 22:00 | Most major networks |
| Aster Medical Centre RAK Br | RAK | 09:00 | 22:00 | 16:00 to 22:00 | Most major networks |
| Aster Medical Centre UAQ Branch | UAQ | 09:00 | 21:30 | 16:00 to 21:30 | Limited networks |
| Eastern Al Ahli Medical Center | Abu Dhabi | 09:00 | 22:00 | Closed Friday | Most major networks |
For comparison with another UAE-wide chain, see our Thumbay guide and our Aster vs Access Clinic comparison. For the wider Dubai clinic picture, our UAE healthcare index covers all chains.
What Does an Aster Consultation Cost?
Aster's pricing sits in the mid-tier across all emirates. GP consultations typically run AED 150 to AED 250 cash — higher than budget independents like New Sanaiya or Cost Care, but lower than hospital outpatient clinics like Saudi German Hospital Dubai or Mediclinic City Hospital. The chain's pricing is consistent across branches, with a 10 to 15 percent premium at the specialist-led locations (Aster Specialist Medical Center in Ajman).
| Service | Aster Dubai (AED) | Aster Sharjah/Ajman (AED) | Aster Northern Emirates (AED) |
|---|---|---|---|
| GP consultation (cash) | 180 to 250 | 150 to 220 | 130 to 200 |
| Pediatric consultation | 220 to 300 | 180 to 250 | 160 to 220 |
| Dental cleaning | 300 to 450 | 250 to 400 | 220 to 350 |
| Blood panel (CBC + lipid + HbA1c) | 250 to 400 | 200 to 350 | 180 to 300 |
| Telehealth follow-up | 100 to 180 | 90 to 150 | 80 to 130 |
With DHA or MoHAP Essential Benefits Plan coverage, GP consults at most Aster branches drop to AED 0 to AED 25 co-pay. The exception is Aster Specialist Medical Center in Ajman, which sits outside the EBP network for non-referred visits. Read our UAE insurance guide for the full EBP mechanics.
Insurance Networks: Which Aster Branches Accept What?
All 21 Aster branches accept Daman, Nextcare, MetLife, Oman Insurance, and ADNIC. The Dubai branches also accept DHA EBP; the Sharjah, Ajman, RAK, Fujairah, and UAQ branches accept MoHAP EBP. Cross-emirate coverage typically works (a Dubai Daman plan direct-bills at Aster Sharjah branches), but the Dubai-only basic EBP plan restricts to DHA facilities — meaning an Aster MoHAP-licensed branch will bill as out-of-network. See our DHA vs MoHAP explainer for the full license comparison.
How to Choose an Aster Branch (Decision Recap)
- For late-night walk-ins in Dubai, choose Aster Cedars Clinic (Jebel Ali) or Aster Medical Centre Al Muhaisnah — both open until 23:00.
- For Sharjah primary care, choose Aster Al Nahda Medical Center - 1 — the longest hours and broadest insurance.
- For Ajman family medicine, choose Aster Medical Centre Br (Ajman) in Al Nuaimiyah.
- For Ajman specialist care, choose Aster Specialist Medical Center — appointment only.
- For Northern Emirates coverage, the Fujairah, RAK, and UAQ single branches are the only Aster options in those emirates.
- For pharmacy-plus-clinic hybrid, choose Aster Pharmacy 180 and Clinic Express Clinic in JBR.
FAQ
Which Aster clinic is open 24 hours? None of the 21 Aster branches operates 24 hours. The longest hours are 23:00 at Aster Cedars Clinic, Aster Medical Centre Al Muhaisnah, and Aster Al Nahda Medical Center - 1 (Sharjah).
Does Aster accept DHA Essential Benefits Plan? Yes — all Dubai branches accept DHA EBP, charging the regulated AED 0 to AED 25 co-pay for GP consults. Sharjah, Ajman, RAK, Fujairah, and UAQ branches accept MoHAP EBP.
Can I use my Dubai Daman insurance at Aster Sharjah? Yes — Daman's Enhanced and Premium plans direct-bill at all 21 Aster branches. The basic Dubai-only EBP plan restricts to DHA facilities, so Aster MoHAP-licensed Sharjah branches will bill as out-of-network.
Which Aster branch has a female GP? Most branches have female GPs on rotation; Aster Medical Centre Al Muhaisnah, Aster Al Nahda Medical Center - 1, and Aster Medical Centre Br (Ajman) have the most consistent female GP coverage. Call ahead to confirm the day's roster.
Does Aster have pediatricians at every branch? No — pediatric services are concentrated at Aster Medical Centre Al Muhaisnah, Aster Medical Centre Deira, Aster Al Nahda Medical Center - 1, Aster Abu Shagharah Medical Center, and Aster Al Suwaihat Medical Center. The Fujairah, RAK, and UAQ single branches do not list pediatric services.
How does Aster compare with Access Clinic? Aster is mid-tier; Access Clinic is budget-tier. Aster has more branches (21 vs 11) and broader specialist coverage; Access is cheaper and more focused on labour-camp demographics. See our Aster vs Access Clinic comparison for the full breakdown.
Branch counts verified against our directory snapshot from July 2026 covering 863 UAE medical listings. Hours, insurance participation, and pricing change — call the branch to confirm before any visit. For medical concerns, consult a licensed physician.
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