Most vascular health screenings in 12 hours, world record set in Dubai, United Arab Emirates

March 6, 2025

Dubai, United Arab Emirates--

"Saudi German Hospital Dubai (SGH Dubai) has officially made history by achieving a Guinness World Records™ title for conducting the most vascular health screenings in a 12-hour period," the khaleejtimes.com reports.

"The milestone saw hundreds of Saudi German Health Group employees participate in the initiative, reinforcing the hospital’s commitment to preventive healthcare and early detection of cardiovascular diseases. More than 300 employees gathered to commemorate the achievement, emphasizing the importance of regular screenings in maintaining long-term heart health.

""This record-breaking effort wasn’t just about setting a world record - it was about prioritizing our team’s well-being and raising awareness about vascular health," said Dr Ahmed Eissa, group CEO of Saudi German Health UAE."

"The most vascular health screenings in 12 hours is 879 and was achieved by Saudi German Hospital (UAE), in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on 13 February 2025," the Guinness World Records says.

"The hospital aimed to break this Guinness World Record to raise awareness on cardiovascular health and emphasize the importance of early detection and prevention. This record attempt was part of a health and wellness activation for their employees, providing them and the wider community with free vascular screenings."

"Saudi German Hospital Dubai (SGH Dubai) has officially made history, achieving a Guinness World Records™ title for the most vascular health screenings conducted in a 12-hour period," the newsfilecorp.com says.

"The official certificate was presented to Dr. Ahmed Eissa, Group CEO of Saudi German Health, by Guinness World Records adjudicator Kanzy El Defrawy during a celebratory event at SGH Dubai on February 27, 2025.

"The milestone, achieved on February 13, 2025, saw hundreds of Saudi German Health Group employees participate in the initiative, reinforcing the hospital's commitment to preventive healthcare and early detection of cardiovascular diseases. Over 300 employees gathered to commemorate the achievement, highlighting the importance of regular screenings in maintaining long-term heart health."

"Renowned as a beacon of clinical excellence, Saudi German Hospitals is synonymous with unparalleled medical care across the region. Leading the charge in healthcare innovation is the Batterjee Medical City in Dubai, a ground breaking initiative as the emirate’s premier private medical complex," the Saudi German Hospital Dubai says.

"Within this dynamic enclave, patients benefit from a wide spectrum of specialized services, encompassing the Saudi German General Hospital, Saudi German Hospital for Women & Children, Saudi German Hospital for Orthopedic & Trauma Care, and the Saudi German Teaching Academy.

"Spanning the UAE, the Saudi German Health Group operates five distinguished hospitals, with three centrally located in Dubai, and one each in Sharjah and Ajman. Augmenting these flagship centers are five strategically positioned satellite clinics throughout Dubai."

"The record-breaking initiative, completed on February 13, 2025, involved hundreds of employees from the Saudi German Health Group," the Emirates 24/7 reports.

"The large-scale screening effort was aimed at promoting early detection of cardiovascular diseases and reinforcing the importance of preventive healthcare measures. More than 300 employees attended the event to recognize the accomplishment.

"Dr. Ahmed Eissa highlighted the significance of the initiative, emphasizing the role of early detection in reducing the risks of severe health conditions. "This effort underscores the importance of proactive health management. I commend our team for their dedication and commitment to prioritizing vascular health," he stated.