King Abdulaziz

King Abdulaziz Medical City in Riyadh is a distinguished healthcare complex operating under the Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs. Since its inauguration in 1983, the facility has expanded significantly to become a comprehensive medical city, serving National Guard personnel, their families, and eligible patients. It provides a full continuum of care, from primary health services to advanced tertiary and quaternary treatments, ensuring high standards of medical provision within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The medical city is globally recognised for its centres of excellence, particularly in the fields of cardiology, oncology, and organ transplantation. It houses the King Abdulaziz Cardiac Centre, which offers cutting-edge heart care, and a specialised liver transplant unit. The hospital has also achieved international acclaim for its pioneering programme in the separation of conjoined twins, establishing itself as a world leader in this intricate surgical domain.

With a capacity of over 1,500 beds, the institution combines clinical excellence with a strong focus on education and research. It is academically affiliated with King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences and hosts the King Abdullah International Medical Research Centre. This integration supports a dynamic environment for medical training and scientific discovery, contributing to the advancement of healthcare practices in the region.