Hôpital Cheikh Zayd

About Hôpital Universitaire International Cheikh Zaid

Nestled within the modern Hay Riad district of Rabat, Hôpital Universitaire International Cheikh Zaid (HUICZ) has, since its inauguration in 1998, grown into one of Morocco’s flagship centres of medical excellence. Operated by the Fondation Cheikh Zaid Ibn Soltan, the hospital was conceived as a not-for-profit institution whose primary mandate is to elevate the standard of care available to local residents while serving as a reference hub for patients from across the Kingdom and wider North-West Africa. Its strategic location—20 minutes from Rabat-Salé Airport, an hour from Mohammed V Airport in Casablanca, and within walking distance of tram, train, and inter-city bus terminals—makes the facility readily accessible for both domestic and international visitors.

The hospital campus extends over several hectares and houses state-of-the-art medical, surgical, diagnostic, and rehabilitation platforms. From the outside, visitors are greeted by spacious gardens and four dedicated parking lots that smoothly funnel into a bright, naturally lit reception hall equipped with multilingual way-finding screens. Inside, every ward and consultation area has been designed with patient comfort in mind: en-suite rooms, high-speed Wi-Fi, ergonomic waiting lounges, and easy access to an on-site pharmacy, a full-service restaurant (open 07:30 – 18:30), a convenience kiosk, and even a tranquil mosque for spiritual respite.

Clinical Excellence & Core Services

• 24/7 Emergency Department: Staffed by experienced emergency physicians and supported by an in-house ambulance fleet, the unit handles trauma, cardiac events, paediatric emergencies, and more.
• Cardiology & Cardiovascular Surgery Institute: Offering invasive and non-invasive cardiology, electrophysiology, interventional catheterisation, and open-heart surgery under one roof.
• Comprehensive Oncology Centre: Equipped for chemotherapy, radiotherapy, curiethérapie, and cutting-edge radiopharmaceutical treatments.
• Advanced Medical Imaging: MRI, CT, PET-CT, digital radiology, ultrasound, and interventional radiology suites enable precision diagnostics.
• Nephrology & Urology: Dialysis, kidney stone management, minimally invasive urologic surgery, and men’s health services.
• Mother & Child Pavilion: Paediatric medicine, neonatology, paediatric surgery, and family-centred maternity care.
• Dental & Maxillofacial Centre: From routine cleanings to complex reconstructive surgery using 3-D planning.
• Rehabilitation & Physiotherapy: A modern gymnasium, hydrotherapy pool, and occupational therapy rooms to accelerate recovery.

Complementing these core departments is a fully digital laboratory capable of delivering rapid biochemistry, microbiology, and pathology results, ensuring clinicians receive the data they need to make informed decisions without delay.

Quality & Accreditation

HUICZ is among the select Moroccan hospitals to earn Accreditation Canada certification, validating its adherence to stringent international standards in patient safety, infection control, and continuous quality improvement. Regular external audits, internal performance dashboards, and patient-satisfaction surveys form the backbone of a culture that values transparency and relentless advancement.

Academic Mission

As the teaching hospital of Université Internationale Abulcasis des Sciences de la Santé, HUICZ integrates clinical care with education and research. Medical and nursing students rotate through its wards, benefiting from mentorship by senior consultants and exposure to cutting-edge technologies. Ongoing clinical trials and partnerships with international universities enrich the centre’s academic environment and translate scientific discoveries into tangible patient benefits.

Patient-Centred Philosophy

The hospital’s multilingual staff—fluent in Arabic, French, and English—ensures clear, compassionate communication with a diverse patient population. Dedicated case managers guide international patients through appointments, insurance formalities, and concierge services, while in-house social workers support families navigating complex treatment journeys.

Above all, Hôpital Universitaire International Cheikh Zaid remains steadfast in its founding vision: to deliver ethical, equitable, and world-class healthcare to every patient who walks through its doors. Whether you require life-saving cardiac surgery, a routine dental check-up, or rehabilitation after injury, the hospital’s 1,200+ employees stand ready—24 hours a day, seven days a week—to serve you with expertise and compassion.