Four Qatari hospitals ranked among top-100 medical institutions worldwide
Qatar’s healthcare industry got a major shot in the arm when four hospitals from the country made it to the list of top-100 hospitals from around the world, in the recent Global Top 250 Hospitals report by Brand Finance.
Hamad General Hospital achieved the 44th position in the world, improving 38 places from its previous ranking of 82. Al Wakrah Hospital made it to 46th place, moving up significantly from 99th place in 2024. The HMC Heart Hospital made it to 84th place, rising from 175th last year.
Finally, the National Centre for Cancer Care and Research (NCCCR) made it to 93rd position.
Brand Finance, one of the world’s leading consultancies in brand valuation, does original market research to publish reports that rank brands across various sectors and countries.
The latest recognition highlights Qatar’s dedication to providing exceptional healthcare services and solidifies its status as a premier destination for medical excellence in the Middle East.
The rankings assessed hospitals on a range of criteria, including clinical outcomes, patient satisfaction, innovation in healthcare delivery, and overall brand strength.
Qatar’s healthcare system has long been lauded for its focus on accessibility, quality, and innovation. With significant investments in state-of-the-art facilities, highly-skilled medical professionals, and groundbreaking research initiatives, these hospitals have not only met but exceeded international standards, earning their place among the best in the world.
Meanwhile, USA’s Johns Hopkins Hospital rose seven positions in the Global Top 250 Hospitals 2025 ranking to become the strongest hospital brand. It surpassed the Mayo Clinic Health System, which held the top spot for the past two years.
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust made a noteworthy leap, rising 14 places to claim overall second spot.
Hospitals from Qatar and Morocco showed impressive gains in the 2025 ranking, with three Moroccan hospitals entering the top 100, and a total of twelve hospitals from the MENA region are now recognised among the world’s top 100.
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