Sidra Medicine, a member of Qatar Foundation, has signed an agreement with The View Hospital to offer its umbilical cord blood banking services to expectant families. The partnership expands access to one of Qatar's most advanced cord blood banking programs, giving parents in the country the opportunity to preserve their newborn's stem cells for potential future medical use.
Eligible maternity patients at The View Hospital can now register to access Sidra Medicine's cord blood banking service as part of their care. After collection, samples will be transported to Sidra Medicine's Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) facility for processing, testing, and long-term cryogenic storage under internationally recognized quality standards.
Cord blood contains stem cells which are used in the treatment of a range of blood, immune, and genetic disorders with ongoing research to explore their potential in regenerative medicine. By providing local collection, processing, and storage within Qatar, families benefit from faster sample handling, direct access to specialized expertise, and continuity of care close to home. These advantages matter for families seeking a trusted, locally managed way to preserve a once-in-a-lifetime biological resource.
Mr. Mohammad Al Mana, Acting Chief Executive Officer at Sidra Medicine, said: "At Sidra Medicine, we are committed to making advanced healthcare services more accessible to families across Qatar. Our partnership with The View Hospital reflects a shared vision of delivering seamless, patient-centered maternity care while expanding access to Qatar’s only cord blood banking services. By combining clinical expertise with advanced laboratory capabilities, we give expectant parents greater choice and confidence. Preserving this biological resource may support future treatment opportunities for their children and families."
Mr. Yannis Angouras, Hospital Director at The View Hospital, said: “We are committed to providing families with access to world-class quality care throughout every stage of life, beginning at birth. This collaboration with Sidra Medicine complements our unique enriched services to woman and child, connecting expectant parents with Qatar's leading cord blood banking capabilities.”
The agreement reflects both organizations' shared commitment to advancing maternal and newborn care through innovation, collaboration, and patient-centered services. By integrating cord blood banking into the maternity pathway, the partnership gives families greater access to advanced healthcare options while supporting informed decision-making during pregnancy.
The GMP facility at Sidra Medicine is the only facility in Qatar providing local cord blood storage, offering families the unparalleled advantage of keeping the samples in the country. This ensures their optimal quality and immediate access when needed most, compared to having the samples stored abroad. Sidra Medicine also works with families wishing to transfer their child’s stem cells to other countries. For more details about cord blood banking please visit www.sidra.org.
