Dar Al Ajaza Hospital

What Dar Al Ajaza Hospital does

Dar Al Ajaza Al Islamia Hospital (DAIH) is a non-profit specialty healthcare association in Beirut, Lebanon, founded in 1952 to provide comprehensive medical assistance and treatment for adults with intellectual disabilities and mental illness. Over 70+ years it has evolved into a pioneering institution in geriatric medicine, operating a single 325-bed campus in the Tariq Al-Jadida area and serving more than 57,000 inpatients and 380,000 outpatients cumulatively since inception. The hospital's service portfolio spans core geriatric and psychiatric inpatient care, an outpatient clinical department covering internal medicine, cardiology, nephrology, neurology, dermatology, endocrinology, gastroenterology, ENT, dentistry, and nutrition, plus a Primary Healthcare Unit offering general medicine, pediatrics, and obstetrics/gynecology at subsidized costs. Supporting departments include nursing (~120 nurses providing round-the-clock care), physiotherapy, occupational therapy, clinical laboratory, medical imaging (densitometer, ultrasound, X-ray, panoramic dental, connected to a PACS system upgraded in 2024), pharmacy, infection prevention and control, social work, and a dialysis unit. Home blood-test and home-nursing services extend care outside the campus.

The business model is charitable and donation-driven: the hospital's annual budget is approximately $4.5 million USD, of which 92% is covered by donations from individuals, "friends of DAIH," and private patients, with the remaining 8% provided by Lebanon's Ministry of Public Health for patient care. Outpatient services are billed at reasonable unit prices on a pay-as-you-go basis, and primary healthcare is offered at symbolic subsidized costs to ensure access across social categories. The hospital runs an active online fundraising office accepting preset donations ($10–$100) and custom amounts, supported by a volunteer Ladies' Committee (established 1991) and a Youth Elite Club for intergenerational engagement. It is governed by a 30-member Board of Trustees with an 8-member Executive Committee led by President Oussama Choucair, and operates as an accredited training center for seven Lebanese universities and the Lebanese Red Cross College. Distribution is single-country (Lebanon) via direct hospital services, outpatient clinics, and home-based care, with brand presence across Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, and a bilingual English/Arabic website.

Name

Dar Al Ajaza Hospital

Legal name

Dar Al Ajaza Al Islamia Association

Website

https://daih.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1952

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Geriatric and Psychiatric Hospital Care

NAICS

Psychiatric and Substance Abuse Hospitals (6222), Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers (621420), Specialty (except Psychiatric and Substance Abuse) Hospitals (622310), Specialty (except Psychiatric and Substance Abuse) Hospitals (6223)

SIC

Services-Hospitals (8060), Services-General Medical & Surgical Hospitals, Nec (8062), Services-Specialty Outpatient Facilities, Nec (8093), Services-Home Health Care Services (8082)

akta.pro primary industry

Inpatient Psychiatric Hospitals & Units (HLAFACAB)

Keywords

• Geriatric hospital care
• Psychiatric inpatient services
• Elderly nursing services
• Mental health treatment
• Charitable healthcare

Headquarters

HQ city

Beirut

HQ country

Lebanon

HQ region

Middle East

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Patient Care Services: Revenue generated from providing medical services to inpatients and outpatients. The hospital serves both private patients and those covered by Ministry of Public Health.
2. Donations and Charitable Contributions: The hospital relies heavily on donations from supporters, friends of DAIH, and private patients. The remaining 92% of the annual budget is covered through donations.
3. Government Funding: Ministry of Public Health covers 8% of the total annual budget through its contribution to patient care.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Dar Al Ajaza Hospital is a non-profit charitable hospital established in 1952 in Beirut, Lebanon, operating 325 beds dedicated primarily to geriatric and psychiatric inpatient care. The hospital delivers long-term residential, medical, nursing, and therapeutic services for elderly and mentally ill patients, supported by a multidisciplinary clinical team of 120+ nurses and ancillary medical staff.

Product overview

Dar Al Ajaza Al Islamia Hospital is a specialized geriatric and psychiatric healthcare facility in Beirut, Lebanon, established in 1952. The hospital operates a 325-bed facility offering integrated care through multiple interconnected departments and services. The core services include Geriatric Care and Psychotherapy, supported by Nursing (with approximately 120 nurses), Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, and Social Work services. Diagnostic capabilities encompass Laboratory and Medical Imaging (X-ray, ultrasound, densitometer, panoramic dental, PACS system). Additional support services include Pharmacy, Infection Prevention and Control, Dialysis, and Home Nursing. Outpatient services span multiple specialties including internal medicine, cardiology, neurology, dermatology, and nephrology. The hospital also operates a Primary Healthcare Unit offering general medicine, pediatrics, and obstetrics/gynecology. Community engagement is facilitated through the Youth Elite Club and Ladies' Committee volunteer programs. The hospital serves both inpatients and outpatients with a comprehensive, patient-centric approach.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Geriatric Long-Term Care Residential long-term medical and nursing care for elderly patients who require continuous support and supervision.
• Psychiatric Inpatient Care Long-term residential psychiatric treatment for mentally ill patients delivered by a multidisciplinary psychiatric team.
• Psychotherapy Services Psychological therapy sessions for psychiatric and geriatric patients as part of their treatment plan.
• Physiotherapy Physical rehabilitation therapy to maintain mobility and functional capacity of geriatric and psychiatric patients.
• Occupational Therapy Therapeutic activities designed to support daily living skills and cognitive engagement for inpatients.
• Laboratory Services In-house clinical laboratory performing diagnostic tests to support patient care.
• Medical Imaging Radiology and imaging examinations for diagnosis and ongoing clinical assessment.
• Pharmacy Services In-hospital pharmacy dispensing medications to inpatients and outpatients.
• Outpatient Clinics Ambulatory consultation clinics for patients not requiring admission.
• Primary Healthcare Unit Primary care services for the local community including basic medical consultations and preventive care.
• Specialized Clinics Specialty medical clinics offering targeted medical consultations and follow-up care.
• Dietary Services Nutrition planning and meal services tailored to the medical needs of geriatric and psychiatric inpatients.

Quantifiable outcome

• 57,000+ inpatients and 380,000+ outpatients served since 1952
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Core technology

AI maturity

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Feature4 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• American University of Beirut (AUB)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity partnership for providing training opportunities for students. The hospital is an accredited training center for medical and healthcare students.
• Saint Joseph University (USJ)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity collaboration for student training and education in healthcare specializations including psychiatry, gerontology, and nursing sciences.
• Lebanese Red Cross CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTraining partnership with Lebanese Red Cross for healthcare education and student training programs.
• Lebanese UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partnership for training nursing and healthcare students in geriatric and psychiatric care.
• Lebanese International University (LIU)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity collaboration for student training in healthcare specializations.
• Beirut Arab University (BAU)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partnership for healthcare student training and education programs.
• University of BalamandcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity partnership for student training in medical and healthcare programs.
• Global UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity collaboration for healthcare education and training.
• Computer and Science Institute (CIS)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTechnical and IT training partnership.
• Maqassed University InstituteminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partnership for healthcare student training.
• Ministry of Public Health LebanoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment partnership where Ministry covers 8% of annual budget for patient care services.
• Various Partner Organizations (Logos displayed)minorOthersMultiple partner organizations and entities collaborate with the hospital, shown through logos on the partnerships page. Their specific support contributions enable enhancement of hospital services and community outreach.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre: Leading specialty tertiary hospital in Saudi Arabia. Comparable as a non-profit specialty and research-driven hospital in the MENA region with strong academic affiliations and a focus on complex specialty care.

Broad incumbents

• Saint George Hospital University Medical Center: Major private university hospital in Beirut with broad multi-specialty services. Comparable as a Beirut tertiary teaching hospital competing for the same patient and donor pool as DAIH.
• American University of Beirut Medical Center (AUBMC): Largest academic medical center in Lebanon and a DAIH training partner. Comparable as a Beirut-based tertiary teaching hospital providing multi-specialty inpatient, outpatient, and psychiatric services.
• Lebanese Hospital Geitaoui (Geitawi): Beirut-based university hospital offering tertiary multi-specialty care. Comparable as a long-standing Lebanese private hospital serving a similar patient base in the capital.
• Hôtel-Dieu de France: Major university-affiliated French-Lebanese hospital in Beirut operated with Saint Joseph University. Comparable as a large Beirut tertiary hospital with academic partnerships and multi-specialty inpatient and outpatient services.
• Bellevue Medical Center: Private multi-specialty hospital in Beirut with inpatient and outpatient services. Comparable as a Beirut-based private hospital competing for paying and insured patients in the same catchment.
• Rafik Hariri University Hospital: Public university hospital in Beirut affiliated with the Lebanese Ministry of Public Health. Comparable as a large Beirut hospital receiving government funding and serving a broad patient population including complex cases.
• Clemenceau Medical Center (CMC): Affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine, CMC is a Beirut private tertiary hospital. Comparable as a Beirut-based multi-specialty hospital combining inpatient, outpatient, and diagnostic services in a competitive private market.
• Mount Lebanon Hospital: Large private university hospital serving greater Beirut. Comparable as a multi-specialty Lebanese hospital with significant bed capacity and academic partnerships.

Direct peers

• Makassed General Hospital: Beirut-based non-profit charitable hospital affiliated with a charitable Islamic association. Comparable as a Lebanon-based non-profit hospital with a community/donor funding model and academic training mission similar to DAIH.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@daralajazaalislamiahospita5459
• Facebookfacebook.com/DAIH.Lebanon
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/dar-al-ajaza-foundation
• Instagraminstagram.com/dar.alajaza
• TikToktiktok.com/@dar.alajaza

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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