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Saudi German Hospital Makkah achieves HIMSS
Stage 6 certification for advancing digital

transformation in healthcare

February 19, 2025

Saudi German Hospital (SGH) Makkah has been awarded the prestigious HIMSS (Healthcare
Information and Management Systems Society) Stage 6 certification. This globally
recognised distinction is presented to hospitals demonstrating excellence in advanced
electronic medical record (EMR) adoption, digital infrastructure, and seamless technology
integration to enhance patient care.

The achievement reaffirms SGH Makkah’s pioneering role in transforming digital healthcare,
further solidifying its reputation as a trusted and innovative provider. It also underscores
SGH’s commitment to leveraging cutting-edge digital solutions to enhance patient safety,
operational efficiency, and clinical outcomes.

Makarem Sobhi Batterjee, Vice Chairman of Saudi German Health said, “We are honoured to
receive the HIMSS certification, which is a testament to our enduring efforts to drive digital
transformation in healthcare. By adopting advanced medical technologies, SGH Makkah has
achieved notable improvements in service delivery and clinical outcomes. Moreover, our

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