Magrabi Health has been recognised in Newsweek’s “World’s Best Hospitals & Clinics for Medical Tourism 2027” ranking, developed in partnership with Statista. Three of the group’s facilities were ranked among the world’s top 175 hospitals and clinics in ophthalmology: Magrabi Health Eye – North Jeddah, Eye and Dental – Makkah, and Magrabi Health Eye and Ear – Madina Road, Jeddah.
Commenting on the achievement, Mr. Mutasim Alireza, CEO of Magrabi Health, said: “This is an exceptional achievement that we are all proud of. It reflects Magrabi Health’s dedication to delivering specialised healthcare and medical tourism services in line with the highest international standards.”
He added: “This recognition is a testament to our teams and the care they deliver every day. Their unwavering commitment to excellence has played a key role in strengthening Magrabi Health’s position on the global stage. Beyond raising quality standards across our facilities, we are working to advance specialised healthcare and medical tourism services in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.”
About the ranking
The ranking recognises leading hospitals and clinics in medical tourism worldwide, helping patients make informed decisions when choosing where to receive care. The 2027 edition covers healthcare facilities across 13 destinations, including Saudi Arabia, and evaluates six major specialties: bariatric surgery, cancer care, cardiac care and cardiac surgery, ophthalmology, orthopaedics, and plastic and reconstructive surgery.
The assessment draws on five data sources: recommendations from peers, including medical professionals and medical tourism facilitators; accreditations and certifications; patient experience and public trust; patient services and support; and the Statista Medical Tourism Facility Survey.
Patient experience and public trust are measured through reviews on specialised international platforms, including WhatClinic, MedicalTourism.review and Bookimed. The evaluation also uses social listening, analysing news websites, blogs and social media to gauge public sentiment and the digital reputation of healthcare facilities, as well as audience engagement and reach.
The assessment also considers services for international patients, including remote consultations and follow-up, continuity of care before and after treatment, travel and accommodation arrangements, administrative and language support, and pricing transparency. Magrabi Health continues to develop these services and simplify the organisational and logistical steps involved in accessing care, improving the patient experience at every stage of the journey.
The evaluation is complemented by a Global Recognition Score, based on the results of Newsweek and Statista’s “World’s Best Hospitals 2026” and “World’s Best Specialized Hospitals 2027” rankings, reflecting each facility’s international standing alongside its medical tourism performance.
Supporting Vision 2030
The recognition underscores Magrabi Health’s ongoing efforts to develop its services, raise the quality of specialised healthcare and enhance the patient experience. This work aligns with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030 and the Health Sector Transformation Program, which aims to improve the quality and efficiency of healthcare services, facilitate access to care, and enhance the overall beneficiary experience.