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7/4/25, 11:51 AM Saudi German Hospital Jeddah Becomes the First and Only Hospital Outside the USA to Earn Magnet Recognition with Distinction …

“This is a proud moment for Jeddah and for our entire Saudi German Health family,” said Makarem Sobhi

Batterjee, Vice Chairman of Saudi German Health. “To be the first and only hospital outside the USA to
earn Magnet Recognition with Distinction is an extraordinary achievement. It honors the incredible people
behind our vision: our nurses, our caregivers, and our entire healthcare team. Their daily dedication

enables us to bring world-class care to our community. Today, Saudi German Hospital Jeddah stands as
a symbol of what’s possible when compassion and excellence come together in service of every patient.”

Dr. Ahmed Shebl, Group CEO of Saudi German Health, added: “The Magnet Recognition is far more
than a credential, earning it with Distinction places us among the most elite hospitals worldwide. It reflects
a culture that relentlessly pushes the boundaries of what healthcare can achieve. This honor affirms that
we are not only delivering care, but transforming lives through innovation, leadership, and patient-

centered excellence.”

Ms. Iman El Kouwatly, Group Chief Nursing Officer, shared: “For our nurses, this recognition is deeply

personal. Being recognized with Distinction validates the heart, skill, and excellence they bring to every
patient encounter. Under the leadership of Eng. Ahmed El Banna, CEO of SGH Jeddah, and Ms. Hadia Al
Tabsh, CNO of SGH Jeddah, our nursing team lives our philosophy of “caring like family” giving their best

every day to make a meaningful difference.”

The Magnet Recognition Program is the gold standard for nursing excellence globally, with Magnet
hospitals consistently delivering superior patient outcomes, higher satisfaction, and increased staff

engagement.

With this achievement, Saudi German Hospital Jeddah joins SGH Aseer and SGH Riyadh as part of a

select group of Magnet-designated institutions within Saudi German Health, reinforcing the group’s
leadership in quality care and its commitment to “Caring like family”: combining innovation with heart, for
every patient, every time.

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