Makkah Maternity and Children's Hospital: 86,000 radiological examinations in 2025
In a move reflecting the rapid development of the healthcare sector in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Makkah Health Cluster remarkable statistics on the performance of the Diagnostic Radiology Department at the Maternity and Children's Hospital in Makkah during 2025. These figures confirm the high level of preparedness and capacity of healthcare facilities in the Holy City, with the hospital successfully providing services to more than 66,544 beneficiaries and conducting over 86,084 precise radiological examinations.
Details of numbers and diagnostic services
Official data revealed a wide variety of examinations offered to accurately meet patient needs. Ultrasound (excluding breast scans) topped the list with 43,241 examinations, followed by stationary X-rays with 37,800. Services were not limited to routine examinations but also included advanced technologies, with MRI scans accounting for 2,151, CT scans for 1,917, and 975 endoscopic examinations.
In terms of service distribution, the department covered all treatment pathways, providing services to 25,178 inpatients and 23,058 emergency cases, in addition to receiving 20,394 outpatients. Regarding the beneficiaries, females constituted the largest group with 39,065 beneficiaries, while the number of males reached 27,479. The young adult age group (25-45 years) was the largest beneficiary with 43,140 individuals, followed by children up to 15 years old with 18,213 beneficiaries.
A pivotal role in achieving "safe childbirth"
The significance of these figures extends beyond mere quantity to quality; the radiology department plays a crucial role in the "Safe Delivery" program. Detailed examinations, such as hysterosalpingography (HSG), contribute to the diagnosis and treatment of infertility, while ultrasound ensures close monitoring of fetal development and the early detection of any abnormalities. The department also provides vital support to pediatric emergency departments around the clock, enhancing the speed of medical response to critical cases.
Alignment with the Kingdom's Vision 2030
These achievements fall within the broader context of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 and the Health Sector Transformation Program, which aims to facilitate access to and enhance the efficiency of healthcare services. Reducing waiting times and implementing the highest standards of quality and safety at the Maternity and Children’s Hospital in Makkah reflects a genuine commitment to improving the patient experience. Furthermore, providing advanced services to citizens and residents (including 5,191 non-Saudi beneficiaries) underscores the inclusiveness and compassionate nature of healthcare in the holiest of places.
In conclusion, this outstanding performance is evidence of the success of the operational plans of the Makkah Health Cluster, and its continuous pursuit of developing the infrastructure and medical personnel to serve the residents of Makkah and its visitors with the highest international standards.
