Mediclinic International

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Mediclinic International is a private hospital group primarily operating in South Africa, Namibia, Switzerland, and the United Arab Emirates. The company is headquartered in Stellenbosch, South Africa, and is listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) and the London Stock Exchange (LSE).

History[edit | edit source]

Mediclinic International was founded in 1983 by Dr. Edwin Hertzog. The company initially focused on the South African market but has since expanded its operations internationally. In 2007, Mediclinic acquired a controlling interest in the Swiss hospital group Hirslanden, significantly increasing its footprint in Europe. In 2016, Mediclinic merged with Al Noor Hospitals Group, further expanding its presence in the Middle East.

Operations[edit | edit source]

Mediclinic International operates through three main divisions:

Mediclinic Southern Africa: This division manages hospitals and clinics in South Africa and Namibia.
Mediclinic Middle East: This division oversees operations in the United Arab Emirates, including hospitals and clinics in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
Hirslanden: This division operates hospitals and clinics in Switzerland.

Services[edit | edit source]

Mediclinic International provides a wide range of healthcare services, including:

Governance[edit | edit source]

The company is governed by a Board of Directors, which includes a mix of executive and non-executive members. The current CEO is Dr. Ronnie van der Merwe, who took over the role in 2018.

Financial Performance[edit | edit source]

Mediclinic International is a publicly traded company and regularly publishes its financial results. The company has shown consistent growth over the years, driven by both organic expansion and strategic acquisitions.