Sultan bin Abdulaziz Humanitarian City delivered 83,142 therapeutic sessions, served 2,621 beneficiaries, performed 297 surgical procedures, and provided 3,315 prosthetic and orthotic services during the second quarter of 2026, according to the institution’s official quarterly performance report. The results, covering April through June, were announced through official Saudi channels and underscore the City’s expanding role as one of the region’s leading rehabilitation and medical care providers.
Context and Background
Sultan bin Abdulaziz Humanitarian City, headquartered in Riyadh, is a specialized medical and rehabilitation institution dedicated to comprehensive patient care, advanced surgery, and assistive technology. Its quarterly performance report documents continued progress in health service delivery, digital transformation, and community engagement, reflecting the priorities of Saudi Arabia’s health sector transformation under Vision 2030.
During the quarter, the City extended rehabilitation and treatment services to 2,621 beneficiaries, with rehabilitation programs alone serving 1,744 patients. This included 1,183 inpatients and 561 outpatients, who together received 72,274 therapeutic sessions across a broad range of specialized programs.
Key Details
Rehabilitation cases were distributed across several programs. The multi-diagnosis children’s program recorded 503 cases, outpatient multi-diagnosis services recorded 561 cases, and mixed rehabilitation programs for brain, spinal cord, and stroke injuries accounted for 376 cases. Additional cases included 163 surgical, 52 traumatic brain injury, 53 spinal cord injury, 51 stroke, and 14 wound care and lymphedema cases.
Rehabilitation medicine clinics logged 1,883 visits, followed by internal medicine clinics with 435 visits and pediatric clinics with 372 visits. Among inpatient rehabilitation programs, pediatric cases led with 487 cases, followed by strokes at 293, spinal cord injuries at 105, traumatic brain injuries at 69, and amputation cases at 6. The City also recorded 572 referrals, 1,198 admissions, and 5,578 outpatient visits. Referrals from the Ministry of Health represented 81.5 percent of admissions and 38.3 percent of outpatient visitors.
The Prosthetics and Orthotics Center provided 3,315 services, a 12.1 percent increase over the first quarter, including 860 assessment appointments, 651 follow-up appointments, 601 fitting sessions, 600 casting sessions, 432 adjustment sessions, 74 reassessments, 63 trial fitting sessions, and 34 joint services. Growth was driven by a 31 percent rise in assessment appointments.
The Advanced Surgery Center completed 297 surgical procedures, with orthopedic surgery accounting for 211 procedures, or 71 percent of the total, reflecting the center’s focus on advanced orthopedic care and rehabilitation-linked services. The City’s Medical Center served 877 adult and pediatric beneficiaries, delivered 10,868 therapeutic sessions, and recorded 4,116 outpatient visits. Sports rehabilitation services, launched in April, recorded 898 services.
The City earned reaccreditation for Stage 7 of the Electronic Medical Record Adoption Model (EMRAM) from the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS), one of the highest levels of digital maturity in healthcare. It also signed agreements with the Alwaleed Philanthropies and the Alaji Charitable Association and published a scientific study titled “Trends in Carbon Footprint and Cost-Emission Dynamics in a Saudi Specialized Hospital” in Discover Public Health, published by Springer Nature. Twenty-eight recovery stories were documented, covering stroke, spinal cord injury, pediatric rehabilitation, traumatic brain injury, wound care, and women’s health.
Implications and Impact
The quarterly figures illustrate how Saudi Arabia’s specialized health institutions are scaling capacity, adopting advanced digital systems, and broadening community outreach. The City carried out 9 community events and 9 visits and participated in two conferences and two lectures, including the graduation ceremony for beneficiaries of the Ministry of Health’s Mahja Program, a 90-day initiative, and a lecture on virtual disability clinics for nursing students at King Saud University.
An awareness pavilion at Qasr Al Hokm and King Abdullah Financial District stations of the Riyadh Metro network reached 321 visitors through on-site assessments. The City also joined World Health Day events at the invitation of the Royal Commission for Riyadh City, World Day for Safety and Health at Work at the invitation of the Ministry of Commerce, and the “Sports Without Limits” initiative of the College of Sports Sciences at Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University.
Vision 2030 Alignment
The second-quarter results reflect Sultan bin Abdulaziz Humanitarian City’s sustained efforts to advance therapeutic and rehabilitation services, strengthen digital transformation in healthcare, and expand scientific and community partnerships. These efforts support the Health Sector Transformation Program under Vision 2030, which aims to improve care quality, enhance patient outcomes, and build a healthier, more capable society. The City’s progress contributes to the Kingdom’s broader goal of delivering world-class healthcare and reinforcing its standing as a leader in humanitarian and rehabilitation services.
20 Questions
Q1. How many therapeutic sessions did Sultan bin Abdulaziz Humanitarian City deliver in the second quarter of 2026?
A1. The City delivered 83,142 therapeutic sessions during the second quarter of 2026, covering April through June. This figure reflects the institution’s comprehensive rehabilitation and treatment programs for both inpatients and outpatients across multiple specialized medical disciplines.
Q2. How many beneficiaries received services during the quarter?
A2. The City served 2,621 beneficiaries during the second quarter of 2026. This included 1,183 inpatients and 561 outpatients in rehabilitation programs, along with patients receiving surgical, prosthetic, and other specialized medical services.
Q3. What is Sultan bin Abdulaziz Humanitarian City?
A3. It is a specialized medical and rehabilitation institution based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The City provides comprehensive therapeutic, surgical, and assistive technology services and is recognized as a leading rehabilitation provider in the region.
Q4. How many surgical procedures were performed in the second quarter?
A4. The Advanced Surgery Center completed 297 surgical procedures. Orthopedic surgery accounted for 211 of these, representing 71 percent of total procedures and reflecting the center’s focus on advanced orthopedic and rehabilitation-linked surgical care.
Q5. How many prosthetic and orthotic services were provided?
A5. The Prosthetics and Orthotics Center provided 3,315 services during the quarter, marking a 12.1 percent increase over the first quarter. Services included assessment, casting, fitting, adjustment, and follow-up appointments for patients requiring assistive devices.
Q6. What digital accreditation did the City receive?
A6. The City received reaccreditation for Stage 7 of the Electronic Medical Record Adoption Model (EMRAM) from the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS). This represents one of the highest levels of digital maturity in healthcare.
Q7. What percentage of admissions came from the Ministry of Health?
A7. Referrals from the Ministry of Health represented 81.5 percent of inpatient admissions and 38.3 percent of outpatient visitors during the second quarter of 2026, reflecting strong integration with national health referral systems.
Q8. How many recovery stories were documented?
A8. The City documented 28 recovery stories reflecting treatment outcomes and patient resilience. These included cases involving stroke, spinal cord injury, pediatric rehabilitation, traumatic brain injury, wound care and lymphedema, and general rehabilitation and women’s health.
Q9. What scientific study was published during the quarter?
A9. A study titled “Trends in Carbon Footprint and Cost-Emission Dynamics in a Saudi Specialized Hospital” was published in Discover Public Health, a journal of Springer Nature. It reflects the City’s commitment to research and sustainability in healthcare.
Q10. How many rehabilitation beneficiaries were served?
A10. Rehabilitation programs served 1,744 beneficiaries, including 1,183 inpatients and 561 outpatients. These patients received a combined total of 72,274 therapeutic sessions across a range of specialized rehabilitation programs.
Q11. What agreements were signed during the second quarter?
A11. The City signed agreements with Alwaleed Philanthropies and the Alaji Charitable Association for patient treatment. These partnerships expand the City’s capacity to support patients and strengthen its community and philanthropic engagement.
Q12. How many outpatient visits were recorded?
A12. The City recorded 5,578 outpatient visits during the second quarter. Rehabilitation medicine clinics accounted for 1,883 visits, followed by internal medicine clinics with 435 visits and pediatric clinics with 372 visits.
Q13. What rehabilitation programs are offered for children?
A13. The multi-diagnosis children’s program recorded 503 cases. Among inpatient rehabilitation programs, pediatric cases led with 487 cases. These programs focus on improving movement, communication, and cognitive development in young patients.
Q14. How many stroke cases were treated in inpatient programs?
A14. Stroke cases accounted for 293 inpatient rehabilitation cases and 51 cases in mixed rehabilitation programs. The City also documented seven stroke recovery stories, highlighting significant progress in restoring motor function and speech.
Q15. What is the sports rehabilitation service?
A15. Sports rehabilitation services began operations in April 2026 and recorded 898 services since launch. The service supports patients recovering from sports-related injuries and enhances physical function, strength, and endurance.
Q16. What community activities did the City conduct?
A16. The City carried out 9 community events, 9 visits, and participated in two conferences and two lectures. Activities included health awareness pavilions at Riyadh Metro stations and participation in World Health Day events.
Q17. How many people benefited from the metro awareness pavilion?
A17. The health awareness pavilion at Qasr Al Hokm and King Abdullah Financial District stations of the Riyadh Metro network benefited 321 visitors through on-site assessments and health education activities during the second quarter.
Q18. What was the Mahja Program graduation?
A18. The City hosted the graduation ceremony for beneficiaries of the Mahja Program, a Ministry of Health initiative that ran for 90 days. The program supports patient rehabilitation and reintegration, reflecting cooperation between the City and national health authorities.
Q19. How many spinal cord injury cases were treated?
A19. The City treated 105 inpatient spinal cord injury cases and 53 cases in mixed rehabilitation programs during the second quarter. These programs focus on restoring independence, mobility, and functional capacity for patients.
Q20. How does this work align with Vision 2030?
A20. The City’s achievements support the Health Sector Transformation
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