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Health technology news covering digital health, telemedicine, medical devices, health apps, and innovations transforming healthcare in Saudi Arabia.
Batterjee Medical College Accelerates Global Growth with Veeam, Achieving 80% Faster Data Recovery
Pioneering medical institution leverages Veeam to boost data resilience, drive digital transformation and power national and international expansion plans. Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – 07 September, 2025 – Batterjee Medical College (BMC), one of Saudi Arabia’s leading private medical colleges, has dramatically enhanced its data resilience and operational effectiveness by deploying Veeam Data Platform, Veeam Backup for […]
KFSHRC to Showcases Innovations at Global Health Exhibition 2025 in Riyadh
Saudi Arabia, Riyadh: 05 September King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) is participating in the eighth edition of the Global Health Exhibition 2025, taking place in Riyadh from October 27 to 30 at the Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Center. The event brings together leading healthcare professionals, experts, and decision-makers from around the world […]
Magrabi Health Acquires “UniDents Dental Clinics”
Expanding Dental Care Services A new healthcare acquisition aligns with the Kingdom’s plans to advance the healthcare sector Jeddah: Magrabi Health Group has acquired UniDents Dental Clinics (Union of Dentists Complex), one of Jeddah’s leading specialized dental clinics, to strengthen its presence in dentistry across the Kingdom. This acquisition comes as part of the Group’s […]
KFSHRC to Participate as Strategic Partner in C3 Davos of Healthcare New York Summit
USA, New York – September 1, 2025 King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) is participating as a Strategic Partner in the C3 Davos of Healthcare New York Summit, “Healthcare Disrupted: The Future of AI, Data & Precision Medicine,” which will take place on Monday, September 8, 2025, at the Union League Club in […]
From World-Firsts to Future Standards: KFSHRC Sets New Benchmarks in Robotic Surgery
Saudi Arabia, Riyadh King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) is redefining global standards in robotic surgery, building on unprecedented world-firsts including the first fully robotic liver transplant led by Prof. Dieter Broering and the first fully robotic heart transplant performed by Prof. Feras Khaliel to advance a future where robotics becomes the preferred […]
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KFSHRC Marks Broad Participates in National Blood Donation Campaign
King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) has witnessed a growing turnout of blood donors since the launch of the national campaign initiated by His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister – may Allah protect him – reflecting the direct impact of this generous […]
Portalis Capital Signs Landmark MOU to Advance Food Safety in Saudi Arabia with Natural Phage Technology
KSA, August 28, 2025 – In a pioneering move that underscores Saudi Arabia’s commitment to sustainable innovation, Portalis Capital Investments LLC has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Kingdom’s National Livestock and Fisheries Development Program (NLFDP), Tanmiah Food Company (Tanmiah), and Dutch biotechnology company Micreos Food Safety B.V. (Phageguard). The signing ceremony took place […]
KFSHRC Leads Middle East in Epilepsy Surgery with Over 2,000 Successful Procedures
Breakthrough Use of Stereo-EEG Strengthens Hospital’s Global Standing King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) has reinforced its Epilepsy Centre’s position as one of the world’s most active in Stereo-Electroencephalography (Stereo-EEG) procedures, with a rate of 1 to 2 cases per week, making it the largest epilepsy surgery centre in the Middle East and […]
Saudi and UAE Collaboration Saves Life of 7-Year-Old Through Cross-Border Heart Transplant
The operation relied on precise coordination from organ extraction to air transport and rapid surgery preparation in Riyadh. King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSHRC) in Riyadh has successfully performed a life-saving heart transplant on a 7-year-old Saudi child using an organ donated by a brain-dead donor in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The […]
KFSHRC Sets Global Benchmark with Nearly 300,000 Virtual Consultations in 2024
The Saudi institution’s digital health services expanded rapidly, averaging more than 800 virtual visits per day. King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSHRC) delivered 293,381 virtual consultations in 2024 — a 58.2% year-on-year increase — establishing the Saudi institution as a global benchmark in telehealth by demonstrating how digital care can expand access to […]
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Barraquer Eye Hospital UAE Warns Parents About the Hidden Risks of Excessive Screen Time on Children’s Vision during back to School preparations
Dubai, UAE, 15 August 2025 – As children across the UAE return to classrooms this month, Barraquer Eye Hospital UAE is urging parents and educators to take a closer look, literally, at the impact of screens on young eyes. With schoolwork increasingly moving online and recreational screen use at an all-time high, eye health experts […]
JLL’s strategic advisory bolsters institutional confidence in Saudi healthcare sector as Specialized Medical Company (SMC) achieves landmark $500M IPO
Firm’s strategic counsel instrumental in landmark $500M IPO of leading Saudi healthcare provider, demonstrating robust investor appetite Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; 21 July 2025 – JLL, a leading global commercial real estate advisory and investment management company, has successfully delivered comprehensive market due diligence for theInitial Public Offering (IPO) of Specialized Medical Company (SMC), a prominent […]
KFSHRC Performs World’s First Robotic-Assisted BiVAD Implantation
A minimally invasive robotic surgery offers a life-saving option for high-risk patients who cannot undergo transplants or traditional open-heart procedures King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSHRC) in Riyadh has successfully performed the world’s first implantation of two artificial pumps for biventricular support (BiVAD-HMIII) using robotic technology on a patient with advanced heart failure. […]
A Life Rewritten: KFSHRC Treats Rare Disease After 22 Years of Specialized Care
World-First Liver Transplant to Treat Plasminogen Deficiency In a rare example of a lifelong bond between a patient and a healthcare institution, King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) in Riyadh has continued to support a patient since infancy, providing 22 years of continuous care for a rare genetic blood clotting disorder, ultimately culminating […]
SADAFCO Publishes 2024 Sustainability Report, “Empowering Sustainable Change for a Healthier Future”
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – 9, July 2025 – Saudia Dairy & Foodstuff Company (SADAFCO) has officially released its 2024 Sustainability Report, reaffirming its long-term commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles. Themed “Empowering Sustainable Change for a Healthier Future,” the report highlights how SADAFCO is delivering on ambitious sustainability goals in line with Saudi […]
Saudi-Born Breakthrough Sets the Stage for the USA’s First Robotic Heart Transplant
A patented robotic transplant technique developed at KFSHRC enables the U.S.’s first fully robotic heart surgery—marking the start of a new era in global surgical innovation. In a landmark moment for global healthcare collaboration, Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center in Houston has announced the successful completion of the first fully robotic heart transplant in the […]
Lilly’s once-weekly insulin efsitora alfa demonstrated A1C reduction and a safety profile consistent with daily insulin in multiple Phase 3 trials
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KFSHRC’s 3D Medical Printing: Faster Surgeries, Fewer Complications
ISO Certification and International Awards Highlight the Hospital’s Leadership in Transforming Healthcare through Emerging Technologies Riyadh King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) has earned ISO 13485:2016 certification for its 3D Printing Services Department. This ISO certification represents the highest global standards for quality management systems in the design and manufacture of medical devices. […]
AI Brain Implant Parkinson’s Relief Pioneered at KFSHRC
KFSHRC’s revolutionary AI brain implant helps Parkinson’s patients reduce medication by up to 50% while improving symptom control. Discover how this technology is changing lives.
KFSHRC and Cleveland Clinic Partner to Advance Autism and Neuroscience Research
KFSHRC partners with Cleveland Clinic to enhance autism and neuroscience research, focusing on innovation, knowledge-sharing, and capacity building.
Robotic Liver Transplants at KFSHRC Now Available for Children
Riyadh: King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) has successfully performed its first robotic liver transplant on a child, expanding the scope of robotic surgery to include pediatric care. The groundbreaking procedure was carried out on an eight-year-old child who recovered and was discharged within two weeks—half the usual recovery time for similar transplants. […]
New Era for Hemophilia Care in the UAE: Pfizer Introduces First Prefilled Injectable Therapy
• Novel treatment restores natural clotting balance and helps reduce bleeding episodes in people with hemophilia• Delivered through a once weekly prefilled autoinjector pen, offering greater convenience and independence for patients in the UAE DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, 8 May 2025 — Pfizer announced today the launch of a new and innovative therapy for people […]