Saudi National Hospital - Aziziyah
📍 Makkah
University teaching hospital · founded 1890 · public
About
Saudi National Hospital, situated in the Aziziyah district of Makkah, stands as a prominent healthcare institution with a rich history in the region. Recognized as the first private hospital established in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, it has evolved significantly under the management of the Abeer Medical Group. The facility is strategically located to serve both the local residential community and the millions of pilgrims who visit the holy city annually for Hajj and Umrah. The hospital holds prestigious accreditations from the Saudi Central Board for Accreditation of Healthcare Institutions (CBAHI) and the Joint Commission International (JCI). These certifications reflect a steadfast adherence to rigorous global standards of medical quality and patient safety. It offers a comprehensive range of medical services, supported by advanced diagnostic technology and a dedicated team of healthcare professionals who strive to meet the diverse needs of their patients. Patients at Saudi National Hospital have access to a wide spectrum of medical disciplines, ranging from critical care to routine outpatient services. The institution is committed to continuous improvement and aligns its operational goals with the healthcare objectives of Saudi Vision 2030. By combining compassionate care with medical expertise, the hospital ensures that every individual receives appropriate and effective treatment in a professional environment.
- Legal name
- Saudi National Hospital - Aziziyah
- Governance
- Board of directors · CEO appointed annually
- Employees
- 3,500
Capacity
Annual volume
Emergency capabilities
- Trauma centre — Level II
- Stroke: Comprehensive Stroke Centre
- Door-to-balloon: 51 min (AHA target ≤ 90)
- Door-to-needle (stroke): 29 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 — Makkah
EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025
Services
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