RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — With growing global interest in medical tourism, the Kingdom’s healthcare sector is working to consolidate its position as a hub reference for cutting-edge medical treatments. Previously considered a medical tourism destination, the Kingdom now attracts 5% of international patients who choose to seek treatment abroad. The King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center (KFSHRC) is leading this initiative. It positions itself at the forefront of this transformation by offering superior quality specialized medical services, both regionally and internationally. With its medical innovations, cutting-edge technologies and expertise in rare medical specialties, KFSHRC has become a premier destination for international patients seeking specialized care in various fields.
KFSHRC has established itself as a leading global center for specialized healthcare. By 2024, international patients from 17 countries around the world were treated there, with 77% coming from GCC countries. The cutting-edge medical technologies and advanced services available at the hospital make it the ideal choice for international patients seeking accurate diagnostics and innovative treatments in the various specialties offered by its Centers of Excellence.
As a platinum sponsor of the Global Health Exhibition which kicked off yesterday in Riyadh, KFSHRC is showcasing the patient journey offered by its International Patient Care Center. The journey begins with an initial communication and assessment of the preliminary medical diagnosis, followed by the patient’s arrival in Riyadh, where the center takes care of all procedures related to travel, reception and accommodation. Support continues throughout the treatment process and ends with a post-treatment assessment and follow-up consultations. This ensures a comprehensive experience for international patients seeking the latest treatment methods and exceptional medical expertise.
KFSHRC is home to several Centers of Excellence, such as the Cardiology Center, globally recognized for its pediatric cardiac surgery and advanced robotic surgery procedures. Additionally, the Organ Transplant Center has pioneered significant innovations in transplantation practices, and is known for achieving some of the highest survival rates in the world. Last year, 20% of KFSHRC’s international patients received treatment at the center.
Among the Centers of Excellence serving international patients, the Oncology Center provides comprehensive care to 37% of KFSHRC’s international patients. These patients benefit from new treatments such as CAR-T cell therapy, advanced radiotherapy and the pioneering use of 3D printing technologies to improve the patient experience and reduce the side effects of radiotherapy. Likewise, the Neuroscience Center, the largest of its kind in the region, treats approximately 30% of the hospital’s international patients, offering specialized procedures such as surgeries to treat epilepsy, tumor removals and brain stimulation therapies. Additionally, the Center for Genomic Medicine offers advanced genetic testing and personalized consultations to international patients.
It is worth noting that KFSHRC was ranked first in the Middle East and Africa, and 20th globally, in the list of top 250 academic medical centers in the world for the second consecutive year. It has also been recognized as the most valuable healthcare brand in the Kingdom and the Middle East, according to Brand Finance’s 2024 rankings. Furthermore, that same year, it was ranked among the top 250 hospitals in the world and was included in the list of the world’s best smart hospitals for 2025 by Newsweek magazine. To find out more, visit www.kfshrc.edu.sa or contact our media team at: [email protected]
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