- Aster Royal Al Raffah Hospital in Muscat earned recognition across five specialties: Gastroenterology, Neurology, Oncology, Orthopedics, and Pediatrics – one of the broadest specialty representations in the country.
- Overall, 9 hospitals from Aster DM Healthcare’s GCC network across UAE, Oman and Qatar have been featured in the list
Muscat:
Aster DM Healthcare, one of the leading integrated healthcare providers in the GCC, has achieved a significant milestone with Aster Royal Al Raffah Hospital Muscat and Aster Al Raffah Hospital Sohar earning spots in Newsweek’s Best Specialized Hospitals Middle East 2026 list.
Aster Royal Al Raffah Hospital Muscat earned recognition across five specialties: Gastroenterology, Neurology, Orthopedics, Pediatrics and Oncology, while Aster Al Raffah Hospital Sohar was recognised for its excellence in Gastroenterology.
The Best Specialized Hospitals Middle East 2026 rankings, developed by Newsweek in partnership with global data-intelligence firm Statista, spotlight hospitals that excel in six critical disciplines across seven Middle Eastern nations. The methodology evaluates institutions based on global peer recommendations, accreditation excellence, and the implementation of Patient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) – a key marker of patient-centric, outcomes-driven care.
Speaking on the achievement, Alisha Moopen, Managing Director & Group CEO, Aster DM Healthcare GCC, said “With 9 hospitals being recognized for multiple specialties across GCC, it is a reflection of the strength of our clinical ecosystem and medical expertise within Aster. As we deepen our focus on specialized, outcome-driven care, we remain committed to building a future where patients across the Middle East can access world-class expertise close to home.”
Beyond Oman, Aster DM Healthcare’s regional footprint was recognized with a total of nine hospitals being included in the list. With 15 hospitals across the GCC, Aster DM Healthcare remains committed to driving healthcare excellence in the region – expanding centers of excellence, integrating advanced diagnostics, and leveraging best-practice clinical protocols across the network. The recognition of Aster Al Raffah Hospital – Sohar and Muscat in Oman, highlights the Group’s long-term commitment to delivering complex, specialized treatments with superior outcomes and a seamless patient experience.
About Aster DM Healthcare
Founded in 1987 by Dr. Azad Moopen, Aster DM Healthcare is a leading integrated healthcare provider, with a strong presence across five countries in the GCC and Jordan. Aster is committed to the vision of providing accessible and high-quality healthcare, from primary to quaternary services, with its promise of “We will treat you well”. The organisation’s robust integrated healthcare model includes 15 hospitals, 125 clinics, and 340 pharmacies in GCC serving all segments of the society through three differentiated brands: Aster, Medcare and Access. Aster consistently adapts to meet the evolving needs of patients, ensuring access to quality healthcare through both physical and digital channels which is exemplified with the launch of the region’s first healthcare super app, myAster. With a steadfast focus on innovation and patient-centric approach, the organisation’s dedicated team of 1806 doctors and 3826 nurses are committed to delivering world-class healthcare services across a diverse spectrum of medical and surgical specialties.