ADX-listed Burjeel buys healthcare facility in Mecca

Dubai: The UAE hospital operator Burjeel has bought out a healthcare facility in Mecca, through its Saudi subsidiary.

 The acquisition of Specialist Physiotherapy Center comes at a cost of SR6.5 million and adds more clout to Burjeel’s growing presence in the Kingdom.

The Mecca facility caters to the needs of Umrah and Hajj pilgrims, with physiotherapy offerings designed to support the needs of both tourists and pilgrims. In the last two years, it had a 2.1x increase in revenue to SR3.8 million, ‘reflecting strong patient demand and operational efficiency’.

The Specialist Physiotherapy Center offers a 'valuable opportunity to strengthen Burjeel’s brand presence in this key market, as Makkah attracts millions of pilgrims annually'.

The facility already has partnerships with the Makkah Islamic Authority, the Saudi Federation for Soccer, and the National Guard.

"Integrating the Specialist Physiotherapy Center into our network not only enhances our offerings in physiotherapy and rehabilitation but also supports our broader vision to serve both local and international patients and support KSA’s medical tourism ambitions," said John Sunil, Group CEO of Burjeel Holdings.

For now, Burjeel is expanding its Saudi interests through offering select healthcare solutions. It has an interest in the PhysioTherabia network, said to be the Kingdom's largest physiotherapy and wellness network.

In the near term, Burjeel plans to activate new programs, including pediatric and neuro rehabilitation services, and introduce technologies such as a cryo chamber and the David System for physiotherapy.

"The integration of these services will further establish the center as a premier destination for rehabilitation in the Kingdom," said a statement.