Healthcare Ajou University Medical Center Ranked 39th in Newsweek's 'World's Best Smart Hospitals 2027'…Entry into Global TOP 40

Ajou University Medical Center has been ranked 39th globally in the 'The World's Best Smart Hospitals 2027' evaluation released by American newsweekly Newsweek. It is the fourth-highest ranking among domestic medical institutions in Korea.

First Entry into Global TOP 40…Unstoppable Three-Year Upward Trajectory

This evaluation was conducted by Newsweek in partnership with global survey specialist Statista, comprehensively analyzing the digital technology utilization and advanced medical infrastructure levels of 350 major medical institutions worldwide from multiple angles. The evaluation criteria include ▲online recommendations by healthcare professionals (67.5%) ▲smart hospital maturity (30%) ▲international certifications related to digital healthcare (2.5%), and others.

Ajou University Medical Center demonstrated remarkable strength, jumping 42 ranks from 98th place in 2025 and 81st place in 2026 to 39th place this year. Drawing a steep upward curve for three consecutive years and establishing itself within the world's top 40, the hospital has clearly demonstrated its influence in the global smart healthcare market.

Combining AI Diagnostics and Latest Robotic Surgery…Results of Cutting-Edge Clinical Innovation

Behind such impressive growth lies proactive adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and cutting-edge information and communications technology (ICT) in clinical settings. Ajou University Medical Center has successfully implemented AI-based chest X-ray diagnostic support technology and an integrated imaging and voice diagnostic system in clinical practice, simultaneously enhancing diagnostic accuracy and clinical efficiency.

Furthermore, the hospital has taken the lead in adopting the latest 5th generation robotic surgery equipment, da Vinci 5, and has focused on strengthening patient-tailored precision surgical capabilities.

"Building Patient-Centered Smart Environment…Will Set Standards for Future Medicine"

Rho Jae-ho, President of Ajou University Medical Center, stated, "This achievement is the result of all faculty and staff who have proactively introduced cutting-edge digital technology into clinical practice and built a smart healthcare environment that prioritizes patient safety above all else." He added, "Going forward, we will deeply integrate AI and digital healthcare into the overall clinical process to maximize the quality of medical services and leap forward as a hospital that sets standards for future medicine."