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Four platinum and twelve gold awards across five institutions, the highest designation the Federation confers.Apex Health, a subsidiary of Estithmar Holding and the fastest-growing healthcare company in the MENA region, has been named a Holistic Role Model by the Arab Hospitals Federation, the highest designation the Federation confers, after securing 16 recognitions across the group's network, including Apex Health at the group level, The View Hospital and The Military Medical City Hospital, managed by EWS, in Qatar, Al Imam Al Hassan Al Mujtaba Teaching Hospital and Nasriyah Teaching Hospital in Iraq.The achievement includes four Platinum and twelve Gold awards at the Federation’s seventh Gold Initiative Certificate, placing Apex Health ahead of 45 institutions recognised from 323 applications submitted across ten countries. Notably, every Apex Health institution submitted for consideration received an award.The Holistic Role Model status is reserved for organisations that demonstrate sustained, measurable performance across the full spectrum of healthcare delivery, rather than excellence in any single area. The framework evaluates performance across eight dimensions of healthcare excellence, ensuring a comprehensive view of organisational quality and impact.Commenting on this milestone, Joseph Hazel, Group CEO of Apex Health, said:“This is one of the proudest moments in Apex Health’s history. This recognition from the Arab Hospitals Federation across every institution in multiple countries proves our strategy works: quality at Apex Health is our baseline and we continue to provide trusted quality care with measured clinical outcomes across all the communities we serve.”Apex Health’s 16 recognitions were distributed across five institutions, covering eight dimensions of healthcare excellence including leadership and governance, workforce development, quality and patient safety, operational excellence, digital health, patient-centred care, and sustainability.The group’s model rests on three principles: investing in people, building systems that hold institutions accountable, and treating patient experience as the baseline against which everything else is measured rather than a separate function. The Federation’s evaluation was independently validated by HIMSS, The Beryl Institute, and the World Council for Medical Tourism. Holistic Role Model status is not a destination. For Apex Health, it is a confirmation of where the group stands today and a commitment to where it intends to go. The healthcare landscape is changing faster than at any point in recent history. Patient expectations are higher, regulatory scrutiny is sharper, and the competition for clinical talent is intensifying.Alice Yammine Boueiz, CEO, Arab Hospitals Federation, congratulated Apex Health, saying:“Apex Health was assessed across every level of the Gold Initiative Certificate: Silver, Gold, Platinum, and our highest honour, Holistic Role Model. The results speak for themselves. The message to Arab healthcare is clear. Real excellence cannot be hidden or faked. The assessment tested Apex Health across multiple dimensions and institutions, and the evidence held at every level. The Arab Hospitals Federation is proud of this achievement, both for Apex Health and for what it means for Arab healthcare. This is the standard we set. This is the standard they met.” Apex Health - Group Level:Platinum in Leadership, Governance & Continuous ImprovementGold in Workforce Development & WellbeingThe View Hospital, Qatar: Platinum in Leadership, Governance & Continuous ImprovementPlatinum in Patient Centred Care & ExperienceGold in Quality Management & Patient SafetyGold in Operational Excellence & Resource OptimizationGold in Digital Health & Technology InnovationThe Military Medical City Hospital, managed by EWS, Qatar: Platinum in Quality Management & Patient SafetyGold in Patient Centred Care & ExperienceGold in Digital Health & Technology InnovationAl Imam Al Hassan Al Mujtaba Teaching Hospital, Iraq:Gold in Leadership, Governance & Continuous ImprovementGold in Patient Centred Care & ExperienceGold in Sustainability, Hospital Design & ResilienceNasriyah Teaching Hospital, Iraq: Gold in Quality Management & Patient SafetyGold in Patient Centred Care & ExperienceGold in Sustainability, Hospital Design & Resilience In that environment, the groups that will lead are those able to demonstrate consistency across institutions, countries, and healthcare settings. Apex Health has achieved exactly that, showing that its standards can be sustained across its network. The focus now is to build on this achievement and extend its impact to every institution the group operates and every patient it serves.Apex Health is the fastest-growing healthcare company in the MENA region, with eight hospitals across four countries. Managing over 2,800 beds, its hospitals serve more than 2.8 million patient visits annually. 

As the fastest-growing healthcare provider in the MENA region, Apex Health stands out for its exceptional patient-centered care with earning five recognition awards.Apex Health, a subsidiary of Estithmar Holding and one of the Middle East and North Africa’s leading healthcare providers, has achieved a remarkable milestone in its journey, with the organization itself, along with four of its hospitals recognized among the winners of the Arab Hospitals Federation’s Gold Initiative Certificate - Star of Excellence in Patient Experience. Each hospital achieved distinction in its own category, reflecting Apex Health’s unwavering commitment to delivering patient-centered excellence care across its hospitals.The recognition took place during a ceremony held on Wednesday, under the patronage and in the presence of distinguished leaders, with the participation of the Arab Hospitals Federation, the support and knowledge contribution of The Beryl Institute, and the presence of leading healthcare institutions from across the Arab world.Following a rigorous evaluation by a jury panel in collaboration with The Beryl Institute. These hospitals stood out among 267 participating healthcare institutions from 10 countries for their excellence in safety, quality, innovation, governance, and the overall patient journey. For Apex Health, this achievement reinforces its reputation for operational excellence, innovative practices, and a culture that places patients at the heart of everything it does.Apex Health’s celebrated itself and four of its hospitals in both Qatar and Iraq, each earning top positions in multiple categories within the Gold Initiative Certificate. In Qatar, The View Hospital, and the Military Medical City Hospital, managed by EWS stood out, while in Iraq, Al Imam Al Hassan Al Mujtaba Teaching Hospital in Karbala Governance and Al Nasiriya Teaching Hospital in Dhi Qar Governance were distinguished.Apex Health itself was honored with a Recognition Award under the Gold Initiative Certificate – Star of Excellence in Patient Experience. This distinction highlights the group’s dedication to delivering trusted, high-quality healthcare, building a resilient and sustainable health system, and fostering innovation across all its projects and partnerships.The View Hospital, in affiliation with Cedars-Sinai, has been recognized for its leadership in clinical excellence and continuity of care, and earned Gold in both Safety and Quality of Care and Continuity of Care and Transition Management. A reflection of its commitment to ensuring every patient’s journey is safe, smooth, and supported at every stage.The Military Medical City Hospital, managed by EWS, has been acknowledged for its progressive approach to healthcare innovation, with achieving Silver in Sustainability, Innovation & Technology, reflecting its efforts to integrate advanced solutions, adopt sustainable practices, and continually enhance the way care is delivered.Al Nasiriya Teaching Hospitall, Dhi Qar Governance, Iraq, in recognition for its strong governance and organizational culture, received a Silver in Leadership, Governance, Policy & Culture, highlighting its commitment to effective leadership, clear policies, and a supportive environment that puts patients first.Al Imam Al Hassan Al Mujtaba Teaching Hospital, Karbala Governance، Iraq, has been recognized for its high standards in clinical safety, and was awarded Silver in Safety and Quality of Care, underscoring its dedication to protecting patients, upholding rigorous safety protocols, and delivering reliable, high-quality treatment.Commenting on the achievement, Joseph Hazel, Group Chief Executive Officer, Apex Health, said: “This is a proud moment for our entire team. Earning a Recognition Award along with five certificates in Qatar and Iraq across different categories is more than recognition, it’s a reflection of our people’s dedication, our patients’ trust, and our vision to set new benchmarks in healthcare across the MENA. Our success is strengthened by trusted international partnerships and strong relationships with government entities which have been instrumental in advancing the quality of care we provide, and this belongs to every member of our hospitals who works tirelessly to deliver care that is safe, innovative, and deeply personal.”The recognition from the Arab Hospitals Federation underscores Apex Health’s vision to shape a healthier future through trusted care, advanced technology, and global partnerships with delivering measurable improvements in healthcare outcomes and patient satisfaction.