Najmiyeh Hospital is a historic and respected private general hospital located on Hafez Street, south of Jomhuri Avenue, in Tehran, Iran. Founded by Malektaj Firuz (Najm al-Saltaneh), it was the first modern private hospital in Tehran with a special fund for the care of poor patients. The hospital’s original building is an early-Pahlavi architectural heritage site, recognized as part of Iran’s cultural heritage since 2003

Najmiyeh Hospital specializes in:

• General surgery and internal medicine

• Neonatal and pediatric care, including a well-equipped NICU

• Obstetrics and gynecology (noted for its maternity ward)

• Anesthesia and pain management

• Emergency medicine and critical care

Najmiyeh Hospital is committed to high standards of patient care, combining its historic legacy with modern medical practices. The hospital emphasizes patient safety, regular satisfaction surveys, and continuous improvement in both facilities and staff behavior, as shown by the development and validation of its own inpatient satisfaction questionnaire. Its NICU and hearing screening programs highlight a focus on quality outcomes for vulnerable patients.

Vision 

• To be a leader in private healthcare in Tehran, combining tradition with modern medical excellence.

• To provide accessible, high-quality care to all, regardless of background.

• To maintain and enhance its reputation as a center for compassionate, patient-centered service.

Mission

• To deliver comprehensive, ethical, and evidence-based medical care.

• To continually improve patient satisfaction and safety through innovation and staff development.

• To honor the hospital’s founding legacy by supporting underprivileged patients and advancing medical education.

Najmiyeh Hospital has received several notable recognitions:

• Registered as an official Iranian Cultural Heritage site (ID 9494) for its historic architecture and social impact

• Recognized for pioneering private hospital care for the poor in Tehran

• Known for contributions to medical research and patient satisfaction studies