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Healthy Ageing and Geriatric Care in Dubai
As we get older, staying well often means managing several conditions and medicines at once. Dr. Sheena Cherry provides geriatric medicine care for older adults, with time to look at the whole picture and involve family members where helpful.
What this covers
- Care for several long-term conditions together
- Medicine reviews to reduce side effects and interactions
- Changes in energy, appetite, weight or mobility
- Follow-up after a hospital stay
- Preventive health checks
- Support for family members and carers
When to see a doctor
- Taking many different medicines
- Gradual changes in energy, appetite or mobility
- A recent hospital stay
- Family members who are worried about health changes
Get urgent help: Sudden confusion, a fall with injury, sudden weakness or difficulty speaking need emergency care. Call 998.
Due for a health check, or caring for a parent?Book a review that covers screening, medicines and long-term conditions in one visit.
Your care
- STEP 01
Whole-person review
All conditions, medicines and daily function are looked at together.
- STEP 02
Medicine review
Each medicine is checked for need, dose, side effects and interactions.
- STEP 03
Shared plan
A clear plan for the patient and family, written in plain language.
- STEP 04
Ongoing follow-up
Regular reviews, with referrals to other specialists when needed.
Whole-person care
Care for later life, all in one place
With age, many people live with several conditions and take several medicines. Dr. Sheena looks at everything together, so treatments work well side by side and nothing is missed.
- Medicine reviewEvery medicine is checked for need, dose and interactions.
- Long-term conditionsBlood pressure, diabetes, heart and bone health are managed together.
- Family welcomeRelatives or carers can join appointments to help with questions and plans.
In depth
Healthy ageing: what to know
A closer look at the condition, how it is diagnosed and how it is treated.
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Screening that matches your age and risk
Health checks are most useful when they are tailored. Dr. Sheena recommends screening based on your age, family history and current health, not a one-size-fits-all package.
- Heart and metabolic screeningBlood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and kidney function.
- Cancer screeningAdvice on bowel, breast and cervical screening at the right ages.
- Bone healthVitamin D and bone density checks when they are relevant.
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Managing several conditions together
As we get older, it is common to live with more than one condition and take several medicines. An internist is trained to manage them together, so treatments work with each other, not against each other.
- Medicine reviewChecking for duplicates, interactions and medicines you may no longer need.
- One coordinated planDiabetes, blood pressure, cholesterol and other conditions in one clear plan.
- Specialist coordinationReferrals are made and the results brought back together.
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Staying active, independent and well
Healthy ageing is about how you feel day to day. Advice covers activity, balance, sleep, memory and vaccinations to help you stay independent for longer.
- VaccinationsFlu, pneumococcal and other recommended vaccines.
- Falls and balanceAssessing dizziness, balance and medicines that raise the risk of falls.
- Memory and moodConcerns are taken seriously and assessed with care.
Everyday health
Small steps for healthy ageing
Staying active, organised and connected helps people stay independent for longer.
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02Keep a medicine list
Bring an up-to-date list, or all your medicine boxes, to each appointment.
03Stay connected
Time with friends and family supports mood, memory and overall wellbeing.
General information only. Dr. Sheena will tailor advice to your health and any medicines you take.
Dr. Sheena CherrySpecialist in Internal Medicine
Specialist, Internal Medicine
4.93 / 510 reviews on Doctify
Your doctor for healthy ageing
Dr. Sheena Cherry
Specialist in Internal Medicine · Emirates Hospital Jumeirah, Dubai
As an internal medicine specialist, Dr. Sheena is trained to care for adults living with several conditions at once, which makes her a natural fit for healthy ageing and health checks.
She previously worked as a Specialist in Internal Medicine at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City in Abu Dhabi, and holds a Fellowship in Critical Care Medicine from Apollo Hospital, Chennai.
- DHA licensedReg. No. 23662716
- MD, Internal MedicineAnnamalai University
- Cardiology certificateJohns Hopkins University
- LanguagesEnglish and Malayalam
Lab tests
Tests that may be used
Only the tests that are useful for you are recommended.
The process
From booking to follow‑up
What to expect when you see Dr. Sheena for healthy ageing, step by step.
- 01
Book your visit
Call 800 444 444, book online with Emirates Hospitals or use the Okadoc app.
- 02
Bring your history
Bring all medicines (or their boxes), recent results and, if helpful, a family member who knows your history.
- 03
Consultation
Dr. Sheena takes a full history, examines you and explains what she thinks is going on.
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Tests and a clear plan
Only useful tests are ordered. Results and next steps are explained in plain language.
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Follow-up
Long-term conditions are reviewed at regular intervals, and screening is planned at the right times.
Patient reviews
What patients say about Dr. Sheena
Verified patient reviews from Doctify, shown word for word. They describe Dr. Sheena's care in general, not treatment for a particular condition.
4.93
10 reviews on Doctify
Doctor called me to follow up how I was, personal care appreciated.
Very friendly and provides detail and clear clarifications
Very supportive and have helped me a lot. I'm very grateful.
FAQ
Healthy ageing: common questions
Can family members attend the appointment?
Family members or carers are usually welcome and can help share history and plans. Please let the clinic know when booking.
What should we bring?
A list of all medicines and supplements, recent reports, hospital discharge summaries and any questions you would like to ask.
What is a medicine review?
It is a careful check of every medicine you take, to make sure each one is still needed, at the right dose and not interacting with others.
How often should I have a health check after 40?
Many adults benefit from a check every one to two years, but the right interval depends on your results, family history and existing conditions. Dr. Sheena will suggest a schedule for you.
What is included in a health check?
It usually includes a review of your history, an examination, blood pressure, and blood tests such as blood count, sugar, cholesterol, kidney and liver function. Extra tests are added based on your age and risk.
Which vaccines are recommended for older adults?
Commonly recommended vaccines include the yearly flu vaccine and pneumococcal vaccines, with others depending on your age and health. Dr. Sheena will advise what is suitable for you.
How do I book an appointment for healthy ageing?
Call 800 444 444, book online through Emirates Hospitals, or use the Okadoc app. Appointments are at Emirates Hospital Jumeirah, Jumeirah Beach Road, Dubai.
Is my consultation covered by insurance?
Cover depends on your insurance plan. Call 800 444 444 to check before your visit, and bring your insurance card and Emirates ID or passport.
Related conditions
Book a consultation with Dr. Sheena
Appointments at Emirates Hospital Jumeirah, Jumeirah Beach Road, Dubai.
Health Checks and Care for Older Adults in Dubai
Dr. Sheena Cherry provides health checks and ongoing care for adults in their 40s, 50s and beyond, including screening tailored to age and family history, medicine reviews and vaccination advice.
Older adults often live with several conditions, such as diabetes, high blood pressure and arthritis. As an internist, she coordinates treatment so medicines work together safely. Family members are welcome at appointments.
Appointments are at Emirates Hospital Jumeirah, convenient for Jumeirah, Umm Suqeim and Al Safa. Call 800 444 444 or book online.
Health checks may include blood pressure, weight, blood count, HbA1c, cholesterol, kidney and liver function, thyroid, vitamin D and B12, with bowel, breast and cervical screening advice by age.
Medicine reviews check for interactions, side effects and medicines no longer needed. Advice covers falls, balance, memory, sleep, bone health and vaccines such as flu and pneumococcal.
Related care: diabetes, hypertension and heart health, anaemia and metabolic health. Family members and carers are welcome.