Saudi German Health (SGH), Cairo received gold for the Dr. Kwang Tae Kim Grand Hospital Award while Saudi German Hospital Riyadh won bronze for the Austco Excellence Award for Quality and Patient Safety in the International Hospital Federation (IHF) World Hospital Congress (WHC) topping over more than 200 entries from 38 different countries
The Dr Kwang Tae Kim Grand Hospital Award gives recognition to a hospital or health service provider which has demonstrated exemplary and outstanding achievements in more than one, program, service, or project covering the areas of corporate social responsibility (CSR), healthcare leadership and management practices, sustainability initiatives and quality and patient safety.
Meanwhile, the Austco Excellence Award for Quality & Safety and Patient-Centered Care, recognises healthcare institutions that demonstrate outstanding achievements in promoting quality and safety, increasing patient education, engagement and empowerment and fostering ethical and evidence-based practices in the industry.
Commenting on the award, Makarem Sobhi Batterjee, president and executive vice chairman of Saudi German Health stated, “Part of the objectives of SGH’s recent transformation is to strengthen our position not just in the region, but also in the global landscape. The IHF Awards we received reaffirm our commitment in providing world-class, patient-centered healthcare services to various segments of society as we continue our legacy of transforming healthcare.”
Both categories are open to IHF members, non-members, and organisations from public and private health sector. Hundreds of entries were scored based on metrics such as: originality and innovativeness, intended impact, adaptability and scalability, scientific rigor, and clarity. An extensive review and evaluation of the entries were conducted by the awards committee, which was composed of healthcare leaders and experts from across the world.
The International Hospital Federation (IHF) Awards was launched in 2015 as a globally- recognised, awarding body to honor the best hospitals and healthcare organisations for their excellence, innovations, and outstanding achievements in the industry.
