Hi Patricia,

Medical care is very good in Doha, especially antenatal care. I tried many private clinics in Doha and at the end I stayed with Hamad. I have no complains (apart from the mean, unfriendly receptionists!). Doctors and nurses are excellent.

Having tried the UK NHS (although not for maternity care) I must say that I prefer Qatar in the sense that installations seem cleaner and more modern.

She will be just fine giving birth in Doha. If she feels apprehensive about the public service (although she shouldn't!) she can try El Amadi Clinic or Doha Clinic.

A word of warning: stay away from the American Hospital.