Aster DM Healthcare has announced the appointment of Mohamed Alshamari as the new Chief Executive Officer for Aster Hospitals and Clinics in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. In this role, he will oversee planning, strategy, development, service delivery, and key partnerships to drive growth and expansion.
With nearly two decades of experience in healthcare and insurance, Alshamari brings extensive expertise in healthcare strategy, consulting, investment, and operations management. He has previously held leadership positions at prominent organizations, including Aramco, Sabic, Royal Commission Hospital, Medgulf, and Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib.
Before joining Aster, Alshamari served as the Sports Medicine Advisor at the Saudi Ministry of Sports. In his new position, he will report directly to Alisha Moopen, Managing Director and Group CEO of Aster DM Healthcare, collaborating closely with functional leaders to ensure the successful implementation of strategic initiatives.
Alisha Moopen expressed her enthusiasm, stating, “We are delighted to welcome Mohamed Alshamari as the CEO of Aster Hospitals and Clinics in Saudi Arabia. His extensive background in healthcare and insurance, along with his strategic vision and leadership skills, will be crucial in propelling our growth and fulfilling our expansion plans in the Kingdom. We are confident that under his guidance, Aster DM Healthcare will continue its legacy of excellence and innovation, further enhancing our commitment to providing exceptional care to our patients.”
Alshamari expressed his excitement about joining Aster DM Healthcare, stating, “I am thrilled to be a part of Aster DM Healthcare and contribute to its vision of transforming healthcare in Saudi Arabia. The company’s dedication to clinical excellence and patient-centric care has established Aster as a trusted name in the healthcare sector. With Aster’s impressive 37-year legacy, which includes 16 hospitals, 121 clinics, and 306 pharmacies in the region, we are well-positioned to foster the same trust in KSA and continue our mission to revolutionize healthcare.”
He further stated, “I look forward to leveraging my experience and insights to support our team, drive growth, and achieve new milestones for Aster DM Healthcare in Saudi Arabia.”
Aster DM Healthcare is committed to enhancing the healthcare landscape in Saudi Arabia by replicating its successful model of clinical and service excellence to provide patient-centric care. The organization continues its 37-year legacy, established under the leadership of Dr. Azad Moopen, delivering on its brand promise of “We’ll Treat You Well” across all its facilities in the Kingdom.
Recently, Aster DM Healthcare expanded Aster Sanad Hospital in Riyadh to a 200-bed capacity with the launch of a new Grand Wing building. Recognized by the Saudi Central Board of Accreditation for Healthcare Institutions (CBAHI), the hospital offers exceptional healthcare facilities, including a comprehensive imaging department, advanced laboratory services, and physiotherapy.
With a substantial population of 30 million, Aster DM Healthcare aims to enhance accessibility and quality of healthcare throughout the Kingdom. As part of its growth strategy, Aster DM Healthcare, in partnership with Al Hokair Holding Group, plans to establish over 180 Aster pharmacies across Saudi Arabia within the next five years.
