Articles from King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre

Maintaining its Leadership in the Middle East and North Africa

Advanced Tech and Global Collaborations Attract Patients from 17 Countries

Celebrating Decades of Dedication and Diversity in Healthcare Excellence

RIYADH, Saudia Arabia, Jan. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- We are advised by King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre that journalists and other readers should disregard the news release, “KFSH&RC Celebrates 25 Scientists Named in Stanford's Top 2% Most-Cited Researchers Worldwide” issued January 16, 2025, over GlobeNewswire.

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Jan. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) has launched precision medicine services within its Family Medicine Clinics, aiming to advance preventive medicine and provide personalized healthcare based on each patient’s genetic code and lifestyle. This service enables the development of precise treatment plans that contribute to improved health outcomes for individuals and families. It represents a pioneering step that ensures access to the latest genetic tests for all patients without requiring repeated visits to specialized clinics while offering sustainable and integrated healthcare solutions aligned with the nature of primary care.

Three advanced cyclotrons produce over 30,000 patient doses annually

EXPRO award recognises spending efficiency & sustainability

"Robotic Heart Surgery" at KFSHRC…A Leading and Accelerating Journey of Success

Novel Technique Hopes to Extend Robotic Transplant to More Patients

Predicting Healthcare Demand

7,400+ Stem Cell Transplants Performed

With a large attendance of health leaders and experts from around the world

Solidifying its Leading Role in Providing Innovative Solutions for Kidney Failure Patients

Providing Care to International Patients from 17 Countries Worldwide

A First in the Middle East and North Africa

KFSHRC Performs the World’s First Fully Robotic Heart Transplant

Dr. Al Fayyadh at Harvard: We Leverage Technology to Tackle Global Health Challenges

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, May 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Harvard University -- Eight years into Vision 2030, Saudi Arabia has made significant strides with digital innovations and enhanced access to quality care. Strategic investments in infrastructure, technology, and talent, have led to advancements revolutionizing patient care delivery and elevating the standards of healthcare locally. These efforts have notably raised the average life expectancy, reduced mortality rates, and enhanced overall well-being across the Kingdom.

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, May 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- KFSH&RC tops the healthcare sector in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Middle East, recognizing it as the most valuable healthcare brand in these regions for the second year. According to the 2024 Brand Finance reports, it placed 9th in Saudi Arabia and 28th in the Middle East. Additionally, KFSH&RC stands out as the only hospital worldwide to be ranked among its country's top ten most valuable brands.

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Nov. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center takes great pride in recognizing the exceptional dedication of its diverse workforce, with each member contributing two decades to the noble mission of patient care. His Excellency, CEO Dr. Majid Al-Fayad, personally paid tribute to these trailblazing individuals at the forty-fourth edition of the Pioneers Honoring Ceremony, held in both Jeddah and Riyadh on November 20th and 22nd, respectively.

- Honorary Accreditation of the Nursing Residency Program announced

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Nov. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Global Health Exhibition, held from October 29 to October 31, 2023, proved an outstanding success for the King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSH&RC).

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSH&RC) has achieved a significant milestone by successfully conducting liquid biopsies on patients spanning various age groups. This innovative approach offers a safer alternative to conventional tissue biopsies. Notably, KFSH&RC stands out as the first healthcare facility in the Middle East to adopt this cutting-edge technology. 

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a new step that offers cancer patients a glimmer of hope and a lifeline, the King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSH&RC) celebrated its success in treating the 100th patient with lymphoid leukemia using Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-cell (CAR T-cell) therapy. This aligns with KFSH&RC’s vision to be the optimal choice for specialized healthcare.

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- For the past four decades, the Cyclotron and Radiopharmaceuticals Department at King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSH&RC) has been addressing the needs of local and regional medical centers for radiopharmaceuticals used in diagnosing and treating various specialized diseases.

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a groundbreaking development for the Middle East, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSH&RC) has introduced a service called Rapid Whole-Genome Sequencing (rWGS) as part of its healthcare solutions. This service is designed to help doctors diagnose rare and genetic disorders, particularly in critically ill newborns, who require fast and precise identification of their conditions.

Bed waiting time reduced from 32 hours to 6 hours

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSH&RC) is presenting its pioneering journey and prospects in space biomedical research and its role in enhancing human health at the Global Health Exhibition, where KFSH&RC is also participating as a strategic healthcare partner.

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a historic achievement, the Organ Transplant Center of Excellence (OTCoE) team at King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSH&RC) has successfully performed the world's first fully robotic living donor liver transplant in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia—a move that solidifies KFSH&RC's position as a global leader in minimally invasive transplant surgery.

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSH&RC) is participating as a strategic health partner in the Global Health Exhibition 2023, which begins in Riyadh tomorrow and continues for three days.

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- At the 2023 Global Health Exhibition in Riyadh, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSH&RC) is presenting its advanced approach to elevating the patient treatment journey. By harnessing state-of-the-art digital healthcare solutions, the hospital has showcased the role of such tools in enhancing healthcare outcomes and operational efficiency across diverse medical domains.

Enhances Drug Effectiveness and Patient Safety