"Welcome to the official website of ALERT Comprehensive Specialized Hospital. It is my great pleasure to welcome you to ALERT Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, one of Ethiopia’s leading federal comprehensive specialized hospitals, dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered healthcare, advancing medical education and research, and contributing to the strengthening of the nation’s health system. For more than nine decades, ALERT Comprehensive Specialized Hospital has been a trusted center of excellence in specialized healthcare. Today, the hospital provides comprehensive services across a broad range of specialties, including trauma and emergency care, orthopedic surgery, neurosurgery, plastic and reconstructive surgery, dermatology, ophthalmology, internal medicine, pediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, rehabilitation, critical care, and many other specialized clinical services. Our multidisciplinary team of highly skilled professionals is committed to delivering safe, compassionate, equitable, and evidence-based care to every patient we serve. As a federal public hospital accountable to the Ministry of Health, ALERT Comprehensive Specialized Hospital plays a pivotal role in Ethiopia’s healthcare system. Beyond delivering specialized clinical services, we are committed to training the next generation of health professionals, advancing research and innovation, fostering strategic partnerships, and supporting national health priorities through excellence in service delivery and institutional leadership. Innovation, quality improvement, patient safety, and digital transformation are at the heart of our strategic direction. We continuously invest in modern technologies, strengthen our systems, and cultivate a culture of continuous learning to ensure that our patients receive timely, effective, and compassionate care. Looking to the future, ALERT Comprehensive Specialized Hospital is committed to expanding access to high-quality specialized healthcare through the continued development of centers of excellence, including a state-of-the-art National Trauma Center, the Plastic Surgery and Dermatology Center, the Pediatric Eye Care Center, and other specialized services that respond to the evolving healthcare needs of Ethiopia and the region. Our vision is for ALERT Comprehensive Specialized Hospital to be a nationally and internationally recognized center of excellence in patient care, education, research, innovation, and health system leadership. Achieving this vision requires collaboration, dedication, and the trust of our patients, partners, and stakeholders. Thank you for visiting the website of ALERT Comprehensive Specialized Hospital. We invite you to explore our services, learn more about our work, and join us in our shared mission of transforming lives through excellence in healthcare, education, research, innovation, and community service. Together, we are building a healthier future for Ethiopia. "

Dr. Shimelis Gezahegn
MD, Obstetrician & Gynecologist
Chief Executive Director
ALERT Comprehensive Specialized Hospital