Armed Forces Hospital, Muscat
The military hospital in Al Khoudh: who it serves, its specialities and its role in Oman's health system.
2026-10-19
The Armed Forces Hospital in Al Khoudh serves members of the Sultan's Armed Forces, their families and retirees. It is a large, well-equipped hospital, and it also takes part in national programmes and specialist referrals.
Specialities
The hospital offers general and specialist medicine and surgery, cardiac care and rehabilitation, and it supports the military medical services across the country.
Who can be treated
Treatment is mainly for military personnel and their dependants. Civilians may be seen in emergencies or under specific referral arrangements.
Location
Al Khoudh is in west Muscat, near Sultan Qaboos University and close to Al Mouj and Muscat Hills.
Good to know
Departments, opening hours and referral rules change. Call the hospital or check the Ministry of Health before you go. In an emergency in Oman, call 9999.
Living nearby
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