ADHICS Implementation

The Abu Dhabi Healthcare Information and Cyber Security Standard (ADHICS) sets out the mandatory information security requirements for healthcare providers, payers, and related entities operating in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. It establishes a governance framework, a set of risk management expectations, and a catalogue of technical and organisational controls that healthcare entities must implement to protect patient data and clinical systems. Because healthcare organisations handle highly sensitive personal and medical information and increasingly rely on interconnected digital systems, ADHICS compliance has become a core obligation for hospitals, clinics, laboratories, insurers, and their technology partners.

Why This Matters

Non-compliance with ADHICS can expose healthcare organisations to regulatory action, reputational damage, and operational disruption, while gaps in security controls can directly translate into risks to patient safety and privacy. Healthcare data breaches are particularly costly and sensitive because the information involved is difficult to change or remediate once exposed. A structured, well-documented ADHICS programme gives boards and management confidence that information risk is being managed proportionately and that regulatory expectations are being met on an ongoing basis, rather than as a one-off exercise.

How We Help

Governance and Policy Framework

We help healthcare entities establish the governance structures required by ADHICS, including information security policies, defined roles and responsibilities, and oversight committees. This ensures that security decisions are made consistently and that accountability is clear across clinical, IT, and administrative functions.

Risk Assessment and Gap Analysis

We conduct a structured assessment of current practices against ADHICS requirements, identifying gaps in people, process, and technology. The resulting risk register and remediation roadmap give management a clear, prioritised view of the work needed to reach and sustain compliance.

Technical and Organisational Controls

We support the design and implementation of the technical and organisational controls specified by the standard, spanning access control, network security, asset management, and incident response, tailored to the realities of clinical environments and medical systems.

Ongoing Compliance Support

We assist with the internal audits, documentation reviews, and continuous monitoring activities needed to demonstrate sustained compliance over time, helping entities prepare for regulatory assessments and renew certifications as required.

Who Needs This

• Hospitals and multi-specialty clinics operating in Abu Dhabi
• Health insurance and third-party administration companies
• Diagnostic laboratories and pharmacies
• Healthcare technology and services providers supporting regulated entities

Our Approach

We work closely with clinical, IT, and compliance stakeholders to translate ADHICS requirements into practical controls that fit real operational workflows, rather than generic checklists. Our recommendations are calibrated to the size, complexity, and risk profile of each organisation, with an emphasis on sustainable processes that can be maintained by internal teams once implemented.

Get in Touch

To discuss how we can support you with ADHICS implementation, write to us at info@agarwalurs.com.