A global recognition highlighting Fakeeh Care Group’s leadership in digital transformation, healthcare innovation, and the adoption of advanced technologies to enhance patient experience

Saudi Arabia –

Reaffirming their leadership in digital transformation and healthcare innovation, Dr. Soliman Fakeeh Hospital in Jeddah and Dr. Soliman Fakeeh Hospital in Riyadh have once again been recognized among the World’s Best Smart Hospitals for 2027, in the prestigious ranking published by the American magazine Newsweek in collaboration with Statista. This achievement reflects Fakeeh Care Group’s ongoing commitment to leveraging advanced technologies and digital innovation to enhance healthcare quality and patient experience.

This renewed international recognition underscores the Group’s strategy to establish digital transformation as a fundamental pillar of healthcare development, patient safety, and operational excellence. By adopting intelligent solutions, Fakeeh Care Group continues to deliver more precise, efficient, and integrated healthcare services while keeping pace with rapid advancements across the global healthcare sector.

The Group’s hospitals utilize an advanced ecosystem of digital technologies and solutions, including artificial intelligence applications in medical diagnosis and surgical planning, robotic-assisted surgery, advanced medical imaging systems, and telemedicine solutions. This ecosystem also includes a Command and Control Center that enables real-time monitoring of hospital operations, as well as an automated medication-dispensing robot in the outpatient pharmacy. Together, these technologies contribute to optimizing care pathways, improving service accuracy, enhancing operational efficiency, and elevating the overall patient experience.

These efforts are further reinforced by a series of prestigious regional and international awards and recognitions. Most notably, Fakeeh Care Group achieved the Platinum Recognition in Digital Health Innovation and Technology under the seventh edition of the Arab Hospitals Federation’s Gold Initiative, ranking first among the finalists in its category with an outstanding score of 93 out of 100.

The Group was also honored with the ZIMAM Award for Best Private Sector Organization in Digital Health, recognizing its excellence in responsible artificial intelligence applications, advanced electronic medical records, digital systems integration, and patient engagement. In addition, Fakeeh Care Group received the Digital Innovation Award for Private Hospitals from the Council of Health Insurance, further demonstrating its commitment to developing innovative healthcare solutions.

Complementing these achievements, Dr. Soliman Fakeeh Hospital in Jeddah attained HIMSS EMRAM Stage 7, the highest level of the Electronic Medical Record Adoption Model, representing one of the most significant international benchmarks for digital maturity in healthcare institutions. The Group also continues to strengthen its commitment to quality, governance, and patient safety through internationally recognized accreditations, including Joint Commission International (JCI) Enterprise Accreditation.

Commenting on this achievement, Dr. Mazen Fakeeh, President of Fakeeh Care Group, stated:

“The continued recognition of Dr. Soliman Fakeeh Hospitals in Jeddah and Riyadh among the World’s Best Smart Hospitals reflects our vision of making innovation and advanced technologies an integral part of healthcare delivery rather than merely supporting tools. We firmly believe that the true value of digital transformation lies in its direct impact on the quality of care, patient safety, and service efficiency. We remain committed to developing a smarter, more integrated healthcare experience centered on the needs of every individual.”

Dr. Mazen Fakeeh added:

“This international recognition, together with the Group’s achievements in healthcare innovation, reflects our commitment to contributing to the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030 and strengthening the Kingdom’s position as a leading hub for advanced healthcare and medical technologies. Through sustainable investment in digital solutions, we aim to build a future-ready healthcare ecosystem capable of meeting evolving healthcare needs.”

The World’s Best Smart Hospitals ranking, published by Newsweek in collaboration with Statista, recognizes healthcare institutions worldwide that demonstrate leadership in adopting digital technologies and intelligent healthcare solutions. The ranking is based on an evaluation methodology incorporating recommendations from healthcare experts and professionals, alongside indicators related to smart technologies and relevant accreditations.

This renewed global recognition reaffirms Fakeeh Care Group’s commitment to continuously investing in innovation and advanced medical technologies while developing an integrated healthcare model that combines clinical expertise, operational excellence, and intelligent digital solutions. By placing patients and their needs at the heart of its priorities, the Group continues to contribute to a more advanced and sustainable future for healthcare in Saudi Arabia.