What Eye Specialty Hospital does

Eye Specialty Hospital (مستشفى العيون التخصصي) is a private multi-specialty hospital headquartered in Amman, Jordan, founded in 1998 as the first specialized ophthalmology hospital in Jordan and the broader Middle East region. The facility operates approximately 42 beds, 7 operating rooms (5 major plus 2 added in 2018), and a 24/7 emergency department, employing roughly 176 staff across clinical and administrative functions. Ophthalmology remains the anchor specialty, with full subspecialty coverage including cornea and transplant, cataract, retina, glaucoma, pediatric ophthalmology, oculoplasty, refractive surgery, and a low-vision care center, supported by advanced equipment such as FS200, VICTUS, Allegretto EX500, VISX STAR S4 IR, and Contoura Vision LASIK platforms, plus OCT and PASCAL lasers.

The hospital expanded organically into a comprehensive multi-specialty center, adding the Ishtar Center for Dermatology, Laser, and Cosmetic Surgery in 2015 and a dedicated Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Center in 2014, then broadening into general surgery, ENT, urology, internal medicine, cardiology, orthopedics, and cosmetic surgery with the 2018 Advanced Surgery Department expansion. Supporting departments include 24-hour pharmacy, in-house medical laboratory, radiology (128-slice CT, X-ray, ultrasound), anesthesia, and an optical retail subsidiary (Al-Nour Optics). The medical team holds international credentials from Moorfields Eye Hospital London, Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and Scotland, Harvard, University of Toronto, University of Bonn, and Vienna University, and the hospital is accredited as an FRCS examination center and Arab Board training center.

Revenue is generated from specialized medical services billed through 42+ contracted insurance providers (including local banks, large employers, professional syndicates, UNRWA, and embassies) and self-pay patients, with cash-pay particularly relevant for cosmetic and refractive services. Distribution is direct via the single Amman facility, with patient acquisition supported by insurance referral networks, the hospital's longstanding reputation, and active social media presence. The hospital is privately held with no public listing, no disclosed funding rounds, and no external investors identified.

Name

Eye Specialty Hospital

Legal name

Eye Specialty Hospital (مستشفى العيون التخصصي)

Website

https://eyehosp.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Eye Specialty Hospital is a private multi-specialty hospital in Amman, Jordan, founded in 1998 as the Middle East's first ophthalmology specialty hospital. It serves insured and self-pay patients across ophthalmology, dermatology, general surgery, ENT, and gastroenterology with 42 beds and 24/7 services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Specialty Eye Care Hospital Services

NAICS

General Medical and Surgical Hospitals (6221), Specialty (except Psychiatric and Substance Abuse) Hospitals (622310), Specialty (except Psychiatric and Substance Abuse) Hospitals (62231)

SIC

Services-General Medical & Surgical Hospitals, Nec (8062), Services-Hospitals (8060)

akta.pro primary industry

Ophthalmic Specialty Hospitals (HLAFAHAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Ophthalmology Surgery Centers (HLAFAIAF), Optometry Clinics (Primary Eye Care) (HLAKAKAB), Ocular Imaging & Diagnostic Testing Centers (HLAKAKAN)

Keywords

• Ophthalmology services
• Eye surgery hospital
• Dermatology laser treatments
• Refractive vision correction
• Multi-specialty hospital

Headquarters

HQ city

Amman

HQ country

Jordan

HQ region

Middle East

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Medical Services Revenue: The hospital generates revenue from providing specialized medical services including ophthalmology, dermatology, gastroenterology, ENT, urology, general surgery, and related specialties. Services are billed through insurance companies (42+ accepted plans) and self-pay patients. Revenue is derived from consultations, diagnostic procedures, surgical operations, inpatient care, and pharmacy.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Eye Specialty Hospital is a private multi-specialty hospital founded in 1998 in Amman, Jordan, that provides comprehensive ophthalmology services as its core specialty, supported by dermatology and laser cosmetics, gastroenterology, ENT, general and laparoscopic surgery, cosmetic surgery, internal medicine, urology, radiology, laboratory, and pharmacy. The hospital runs approximately 42 beds, 7 operating rooms, 24/7 emergency services, and an in-house optical store (Al-Nour Optics), and accepts 42+ insurance providers as well as self-pay patients.

Product overview

Eye Specialty Hospital is a specialized ophthalmology hospital founded in 1998 in Jordan, expanded in 2018 into a comprehensive medical center. The hospital offers a unified multi-specialty healthcare platform with ophthalmology as its core specialty, complemented by supporting departments including ophthalmology subspecialties (cornea, retina, glaucoma, pediatrics, oculoplasty, vision correction), general surgery, ENT, gastroenterology, dermatology (Ishtar Center), internal medicine, radiology, laboratory, pharmacy, and nursing services. The facility features 42+ beds, 7 major operating rooms, emergency services, and specialized centers such as the Vision Correction Center with advanced laser systems (FS200, VICTUS, Allegretto EX500, VISX STAR S4 IR) and the Ishtar Dermatology and Laser Center with FDA-approved technologies including CoolSculpting and Ultherapy.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Al-Nour Optics (النور للبصريات): Optician center providing glasses, contact lenses, and sunglasses services.
• Ishtar Center (عشتار)

Products and services

• Ophthalmology Department (قسم العيون) Comprehensive ophthalmology department covering diagnosis, medical treatment, and surgery for all eye diseases, including cornea, retina, glaucoma, cataract, pediatric ophthalmology, oculoplasty, refractive surgery, and low vision care.
• Retina Department (قسم الشبكية) Specialized retinal care including retinal surgery, diabetic retinopathy treatment, intravitreal injections (Avastin, Lucentis), and PASCAL Argon laser therapy, supported by OCT imaging.
• Glaucoma Treatment Department (معالجة داء الزرق) Glaucoma treatment through medications, laser therapy (SLT, ALT), and surgical procedures for adult and pediatric patients.
• Corneal Disease and Transplant Center (أمراض وجراحة وزراعة القرنية) Specialized department for keratoconus treatment, corneal surgery, and corneal transplantation, including corneal cross linking and Iontophoresis CXL, with a reported ~90% transplant success rate.
• Cataract Department (قسم أمراض الساد) Cataract treatment using phaco surgery, Femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery (first in Jordan), and traditional surgical methods, with patients typically resuming normal activities within 48 hours.
• Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Department (أمراض عيون الأطفال والحول) Pediatric eye care including congenital eye diseases, strabismus surgery, amblyopia treatment, and visual electrophysiology testing.
• Oculoplasty and Eyelid Surgery (تجميل العيون والجفون) Eyelid surgery, periorbital cosmetic procedures, artificial eye implantation, and tear duct treatment.
• Vision Correction Center (مركز تصحيح البصر) LASIK and laser vision correction using FS200, VICTUS, Allegretto EX500, VISX STAR S4 IR, and Contoura Vision LASIK, including Ultra Thin Flap LASIK with vision recovery within 24 hours.
• Low Vision Care Center (مركز رعاية ضعاف البصر) Rehabilitation services and assistive devices for patients with visual impairment.
• Eye Surgery Department (قسم عمليات العيون) Operating rooms for cataract, corneal transplant, strabismus, glaucoma, retinal, and cosmetic eye surgeries.
• Ishtar Center for Dermatology, Surgery, and Laser Cosmetics (عشتار لأمراض وجراحة وتجميل الجلد والليزر) Dermatology, laser, and cosmetic center offering laser treatments, Ultherapy, CoolSculpting, MiraDry, phototherapy, skin analysis, tattoo and hair removal, and related cosmetic procedures.
• Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Center (الجهاز الهضمي والتنظير) Endoscopy services for the digestive system using PENTAX endoscopes, including pediatric endoscopy, gastroscopy, colonoscopy, and capsule endoscopy.
• Ear, Nose, and Throat Department (الأنف والأذن والحنجرة) ENT services including cochlear implants, hearing tests, sinus surgery, skull base surgery, laryngeal procedures, head and neck tumor surgery, and rhinoplasty.
• General Surgery Department (الجراحة العامة) General surgery services including laparoscopic procedures, bariatric surgery, and urology services.
• Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery (جراحة التجميل والترميم) Cosmetic procedures including Vaser Liposuction, breast surgery, tummy tuck, Botox, fillers, and reconstructive surgery.
• Radiology Department (قسم الأشعة) Diagnostic imaging including 128-slice CT scan, X-ray, ultrasound, Doppler, and interventional radiology.
• Medical Laboratory (قسم المختبر) Medical testing including blood tests, chemistry, hormones, PCR, tumor markers, with internal and external quality control systems.
• Pharmacy Department (الصيدلية) 24-hour pharmacy services for medications, IV solutions, medical supplies, and surgical equipment.
• Anesthesia Department (التخدير) Anesthesia services including general, regional, and local anesthesia for surgical procedures.
• Internal Medicine and Cardiology (الأمراض الباطنية والقلبية) Internal medicine and cardiology services including ECG, echocardiography, Holter monitoring, and stress tests.
• Nutrition Department (التغذية) Dietetic services for weight management, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and digestive disorders.
• Al-Nour Optics Center (النور للبصريات) Optical services providing prescription glasses, contact lenses (soft, rigid, toric), sunglasses, and frames including Gucci, Dior, Versace, and other designer brands.
• Nursing Department (قسم التمريض) Professional nursing care services operating 24 hours with specialized training in patient care across departments.

Quantifiable outcome

• Corneal transplant success rate of approximately 90%
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature22 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)coreOthers · 1 January 2015The Ishtar Dermatology Center uses technologies and treatment techniques approved by the FDA. Several treatments introduced at the center are the first and only FDA-approved technologies in Jordan.
• Royal College of Surgeons of Scotland (UK)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAgreement designating Eye Specialty Hospital as an examination center for the British Fellowship in Ophthalmology (FRCS). The hospital prepares residents to obtain the British Fellowship in Ophthalmology.
• Arab Medical Council, Arab League UniversitiescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe hospital is accredited as a training center for the Arab Board Fellowship in Ophthalmology.
• Instituto de Oftalmologia, SpainminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic and scientific cooperation agreement for exchange of expertise and training of medical, technical, and administrative staff between the two institutions.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Saudi German Hospitals Group: Saudi German operates a large multi-specialty hospital network across the Middle East and North Africa with comprehensive service lines including ophthalmology. Comparable as a multi-specialty MENA hospital group with insurance network scale and broader specialty offerings than Eye Specialty Hospital.

Regional players

• Istiklal Hospital: Istiklal is a long-established Amman-based private multi-specialty hospital with broad service lines. Comparable to Eye Specialty Hospital as a Jordanian private hospital competing for insured patients and seeking medical-tourism demand.
• Jordan Hospital: Jordan Hospital is one of the largest private multi-specialty hospitals in Amman, providing general surgery, internal medicine, and specialty care including ophthalmology. Directly comparable as a Jordan-based private multi-specialty competitor targeting insured and regional patients.
• Al Khalidi Medical Center: Al Khalidi is a private multi-specialty hospital in Amman offering general surgery, internal medicine, and specialty services. Comparable as a Jordanian competitor with overlapping multi-specialty scope and similar insured-patient mix.
• Clemenceau Medical Center: Clemenceau Medical Center is a premium multi-specialty hospital with operations in Beirut and Dubai (affiliated with Johns Hopkins Medicine). Comparable as a multi-specialty regional hospital serving a similar insured/medical-tourism patient base across the Levant and Gulf.

Direct peers

• King Khaled Eye Specialist Hospital: King Khaled is the leading government-affiliated specialty eye hospital in Saudi Arabia, providing tertiary ophthalmology across all subspecialties. Comparable to Eye Specialty Hospital as a top-tier, training-accredited specialty eye hospital serving regional patients.
• Magrabi Eye Hospital: Magrabi is the largest eye-hospital chain in the MENA region, operating dedicated ophthalmology and ENT centers across Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, and other countries. Like Eye Specialty Hospital, Magrabi built a regional brand around subspecialty eye surgery and advanced refractive/cataract technology.
• Moorfields Eye Hospital UAE: Moorfields operates UAE branches of the UK-based Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, offering premium ophthalmology care in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Comparable as a multi-subspecialty eye hospital with advanced surgical technology targeting a regional Middle East patient base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/eyehospitaljo
• Facebookfacebook.com/EyeSpecialtyHospital
• Instagraminstagram.com/eyespecialtyhospital
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/eye-specialty-hospital

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles19 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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