King Abdulaziz University Hospital
📍 Riyadh
Tertiary referral hospital · founded 1947 · private
About
King Abdulaziz University Hospital in Riyadh stands as a distinguished medical institution affiliated with King Saud University. Established in 1955, it holds the historical significance of being the first educational hospital in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The facility is renowned for its advanced capabilities in Ophthalmology and Otorhinolaryngology, serving as a major referral centre for patients requiring specialised care in these fields. In addition to its primary specialities, the hospital houses the University Diabetes Center, which is recognised for its comprehensive management of diabetes and contribution to medical research. The institution provides a wide range of healthcare services, including internal medicine, paediatrics, and general surgery, ensuring holistic patient care. It is equipped with modern medical technology and staffed by highly qualified consultants and healthcare professionals. The hospital plays a pivotal role in the academic and clinical training of medical students, residents, and fellows from King Saud University. Through its commitment to research and education, it continues to elevate healthcare standards within the region. The integration of clinical practice with academic excellence ensures that patients receive treatments based on the latest medical evidence and innovations.
- Legal name
- King Abdulaziz University Hospital
- Governance
- Board of directors · CEO appointed annually
- Employees
- 4,000
Capacity
Annual volume
Emergency capabilities
- Trauma centre — Level III
- Stroke: Primary Stroke Centre
- Door-to-balloon: 57 min (AHA target ≤ 90)
- Door-to-needle (stroke): 33 min
Subspecialty centres
Transplant programmes
- Cornea
All departments
- Internal Medicine
- Surgery
- Emergency
Quality metrics
| Metric | Value | Benchmark |
|---|---|---|
| Risk-adjusted 30d mortality | 4.1% | EU avg 3.0% |
| HAI rate per 1000 patient-days | 3.6 | EU avg 1.8 |
| 30d readmission rate | 24% | EU avg 14% |
| Patient satisfaction (HCAHPS-like) | -10% | EU avg 76% |
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Patient experience
- Room categories
- ward · semi-private · private
- Meals
- standard · halal · kosher · vegan · gluten-free · pediatric
- Chaplaincy
- Christian · Muslim · Jewish
- Private bathroom
- private + suite rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Free in all rooms
Awards & rankings
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Top hospital — Riyadh
EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025
Services
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