Aster Sanad Hospital Expands to 200 beds in Riyadh with the Opening of Grand Wing Building
- The Hospital adds a 50-bedded facility adjacent to the main building to provide enhanced medical care to patients in Riyadh
- The expansion is a part of Aster DM Healthcare’s growth strategy in Saudi Arabia in alignment with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 and Healthcare Sector Transformation Program
- The new Grand Wing facility will elevate patient care and experience, building upon Aster DM Healthcare’s global service experience benchmark
Riyadh:
Aster Sanad Hospital, a leading hospital in Riyadh and a part of the Aster DM Healthcare group, one of the largest integrated healthcare providers in the region, has expanded its facilities to a 200-bed comprehensive care multi-specialty hospital. This expansion offers world-class primary, secondary, and tertiary care healthcare services to the people of Saudi Arabia.
As Riyadh remains one of the world’s fastest-growing cities, the need for expanded and accessible healthcare facilities offering quality care has become increasingly critical. This expansion is essential to meet the rising demand for high-quality healthcare services driven by the city’s growing population.[1] It aligns with Aster DM Healthcare’s overall growth strategy for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, which aims to establish its successful integrated healthcare model soon locally. Additionally, it supports Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and Healthcare Sector Transformation Program, which seeks to enable more comprehensive access to quality healthcare services available locally and improve the overall health service experience for the people of the Kingdom.
The Grand Wing building is designed to provide a more refined and premium healthcare experience, setting new benchmarks in healthcare service delivery in the Kingdom. It features thoughtfully arranged VIP rooms and exquisitely designed single rooms crafted to offer maximum comfort and tranquility during recovery.
With the Grand Wing’s introduction, Aster Sanad Hospital now boasts a total capacity of 200 beds, supported by eight specialized Centers of Excellence. These Centers include Bariatric Surgery, Cardiology, Gastroenterology, General Surgery, Neuro & Spine Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, and Urology & Andrology. Each center has cutting-edge imaging, laboratory, and physiotherapy facilities, reinforcing the hospital’s commitment to providing comprehensive and world-class healthcare. The hospital recently introduced a Beauty and Aesthetics center to provide high-end cosmetic treatment and dermatology services.
Commenting on the new facility, Alisha Moopen, Managing Director and Group CEO of Aster DM Healthcare, said, “This expansion brings Aster’s legacy of 37 years built upon clinical and service excellence to Saudia Arabia, backed by our global expertise, top notch doctors and medical professionals, while adhering to international benchmarks. We are excited to enhance our ability to serve the evolving needs of the community, with world-class care and innovation.”
Dr Essam Saad Alghamdi, CEO, Aster Sanad Hospital highlighted the significance of the expansion, stating, “The expansion represents our dedication to responding to the evolving healthcare needs of our community. It not only boosts our capacity to offer enhanced medical services to a wider number of patients but also elevates the overall patient experience, ensuring that we continue to provide exceptional care at every touchpoint.”
The hospital also recently unveiled a state-of-the-art Dialysis Unit to address the needs of patients ailing from kidney diseases. It is equipped with ten advanced dialysis machines, and the cutting-edge dialysis unit is poised to provide exceptional care to 30 patients daily. Over the years, Aster Sanad has built a reputation for delivering excellence in maternity care through the hospital’s top-notch doctors and staff. The hospital has built a strong recognition for serving corporate and government clientele through partnerships.
Aster Sanad Hospital is strategically located in Riyadh, near the airport and the Saudi Red Crescent Centre. The new wing allows our multidisciplinary team of specialists to use it for prompt trauma and accident care. The hospital offers 45 medical specializations and subspecialties, with 160 doctors, 410 nurses, and 350 dedicated professionals serving patients from over 30 nationalities.
Accredited by the Saudi Central Board of Accreditation for Healthcare Organizations (CBAHI), Aster Sanad Hospital adheres to the highest standards of medical care and serves various insurance companies and government institutions. The hospital also offers a comprehensive home care unit for high-quality medical services at home.
