The Mohammed VI University Hospital (CHU) of Agadir, soon to be inaugurated in accordance with the High Instructions of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God assist Him, stands as a landmark project that will serve as both a medical and academic hub of excellence. Designed to strengthen the regional healthcare network of Souss-Massa, the facility will also play a key role in training new generations of healthcare professionals.

Built on a 30-hectare site near the Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, the new hospital boasts a total capacity of 867 beds and covers 127,000 square meters of space, representing an investment of 3.1 billion dirhams.

Distinguished by its modern architecture, high-quality medical care and commitment to sustainability, the CHU of Agadir integrates cutting-edge technology and energy-efficient systems, including photovoltaic panels that reduce its environmental footprint.

As a public tertiary healthcare facility, the hospital fulfills missions of care, training, research, expertise, innovation, and public health. Its specialized departments include a “Mother and Child” unit with neonatal intensive care, pediatric surgery, and emergency services, ensuring comprehensive care for women and children. The medical-surgical department is equipped with the latest generation of diagnostic and treatment technologies.

A standout feature of the hospital is the Cardiology Center of Excellence, equipped with 42 beds, including 20 intensive care beds, as well as two catheterization laboratories, a rhythmology room, and a rehabilitation unit. This center provides comprehensive management of coronary and cardiac rhythm disorders using state-of-the-art equipment that enables angioplasty, electrophysiological studies, and high-resolution intravascular imaging.

The Radiology Department is similarly advanced, featuring two MRI scanners (one with a cardiac module), three CT scanners, four digital operating tables, and two mammographs. Notably, the CHU of Agadir is the first hospital in Africa to incorporate the “Revo I” surgical robot into its technical platform, allowing for minimally invasive operations with micrometric precision, high-definition 3D visualization, and enhanced safety for both surgeon and patient.

The hospital houses 19 operating rooms, including five emergency theaters, along with a burn unit, intensive care units, laboratories, and an integrated training and simulation center.

To uphold the highest standards of patient safety and care, the CHU includes a central sterilization unit equipped with washer-disinfectors, steam autoclaves, and automated packaging systems that ensure full traceability of surgical instruments. Its central pharmacy —the first of its kind in the region—features a robotized drug distribution system for secure preparation and automated delivery of medications.

Enhancing efficiency and coordination, the hospital operates a fully digital Hospital Information System (HIS) based on a shared electronic patient record. This system centralizes all patient data—from administrative to medical information—and is accessible to healthcare professionals in both hospital and primary care settings. Through a smart card or wristband, practitioners can instantly retrieve a patient’s medical history, expediting care and improving outcomes.

In line with the Urban Development Program of the City of Agadir, which prioritizes the expansion of healthcare services, the establishment of the Mohammed VI University Hospital—together with the Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy—will foster the emergence of a true medical excellence hub in the Souss-Massa region, enhancing access to quality healthcare and contributing to Morocco’s broader healthcare reform goals.