Specialized Medical Center Hospital
📍 Riyadh
Private hospital · founded 1897 · university
About
The Specialised Medical Center Hospital in Riyadh stands as a prominent healthcare institution in Saudi Arabia. Established in 1999, the facility has developed into a modern landmark located at the intersection of King Fahad Road and King Abdullah Road. It serves the community with a comprehensive range of medical services and is recognised for its commitment to clinical excellence and patient safety. With a capacity exceeding 450 beds and over 140 outpatient clinics, the hospital provides extensive medical and surgical care. The infrastructure includes advanced diagnostic technology and fully equipped operating theatres designed to handle complex procedures. Patients benefit from a multidisciplinary approach where various departments collaborate to ensure accurate diagnoses and effective treatment plans. The medical team comprises highly qualified consultants and specialists who possess international certifications and extensive experience. They are supported by a dedicated nursing and paramedical staff focused on delivering compassionate care. The hospital prioritises the well-being of every individual and maintains high standards of hygiene and infection control throughout the facility. Quality assurance remains a core pillar of the organisation. The Specialised Medical Center Hospital adheres to rigorous national and international standards to maintain its accreditation and reputation. By continuously upgrading its medical equipment and professional capabilities, the institution ensures that patients in Riyadh receive world-class healthcare services.
- Legal name
- Specialized Medical Center Hospital
- Governance
- Board of directors · CEO appointed annually
- Employees
- 2,500
Capacity
Annual volume
Emergency capabilities
- Trauma centre — Level I
- Stroke: Primary Stroke Centre
- Door-to-balloon: 46 min (AHA target ≤ 90)
- Door-to-needle (stroke): 27 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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