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Heart Transplant Restores Hope for Young Girl and 37 Children Awaiting Donors
KFSHRC, Riyadh Traffic, and SCOT Join Forces Riyadh, August 22 King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) in Riyadh successfully performed a heart transplant for a two-and-a-half-year-old girl following an eight-month wait for a donor. During this period, the hospital became her temporary home after doctors decided to implant a heart pump due to a severe […]
KFSHRC Achieves 67% Reduction in Whole Genome Sequencing Costs
Riyadh: August 22 King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) has successfully reduced the cost of whole genome sequencing (WGS) tests by 67% compared to previous technologies, while simultaneously increasing analytical capacity fivefold. This achievement, driven by the integration of advanced technology into genetic testing services, will expand access to genetic testing for all […]
Leading Saudi hospital reveals its latest medical education breakthrough in Switzerland
Virtual Simulation .. A Powerful Tool for Training Physicians at KFSHRC Riyadh King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) continues to strengthen its global presence through its participation for the second consecutive year in the Association for Medical Education in Europe AMEE 2024 conference, held in Basel, Switzerland, from August 26 to 28. The […]
KFSHRC Performs 3D Imaging Ankle Joint Replacement for Two Patients
Riyadh: 15 August King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) has successfully performed two total ankle replacement surgeries using the latest generation of artificial joints and advanced 3D imaging technologies. This pioneering medical procedure enhances clinical outcomes, accelerates recovery, improves mobility, and provides a longer-lasting, more effective solution, reducing the need for future joint […]
Saudi Breakthrough: New Genetic Test by KFSHRC Cracks Undiagnosed Infections
The latest protocol identifies 50% of the previously undiagnosable diseases in 24 hours Riyadh King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) has made a significant breakthrough in medical diagnostics by developing a cutting-edge genetic protocol. This innovative approach is revolutionizing the detection of infectious diseases that have previously defied traditional diagnostic methods. The new […]
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KFSHRC Innovatively Treats Severe Heart Failure in 54-Year-Old Woman
Riyadh: August 5 King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSHRC) in Jeddah successfully treated a 54-year-old woman suffering from severe congestive heart failure and multiple valve diseases. The operation involved a catheter-based procedure, a safer and innovative alternative to open-heart surgery, which may put the patient’s life at risk considering her critical condition. This […]
HRH The Deputy Prince of Madinah Region Honors Almarai for Supporting Awareness of Liver Diseases and Prevention Methods
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 29. July 2024: In a move aimed at enhancing community awareness of preventive measures against diseases for better health, HRH Prince Saud bin Khalid Al-Faisal, Deputy Prince of Madinah Region, honored Almarai Company for sponsoring the events and programs of World Hepatitis Day 2024. The events were organized by the Saudi […]
KFSHRC’s Jeddah Branch Charted as Independent Member of the Sigma Theta Tau International Society
Jeddah: 23 July King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) Jeddah branch has officially been chartered as an independent standalone member of the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, a leading organization in advancing the nursing field globally. This chartering marks the first of its kind outside the United States and the second globally, […]
KFSHRC Successfully Repairs a Rare Congenital Defect in a Fetus Inside the Womb Endoscopically
For the First Time in the Middle East Riyadh, July 16 King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSHRC) in Riyadh has successfully performed a highly precise surgical procedure, the first of its kind in the Middle East, to repair a congenital spinal defect in a fetus at 26 weeks of gestation. Utilizing fetal endoscopic […]
KFSHRC Successfully Procures, Transports, and Transplants 3 Hearts for 2 Men and Child within 24 Hours
Riyadh: July 11 King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) has restored hope to three patients (two men and a child) of varying ages, suffering from heart failure and weakened heart muscle, after successfully transferring viable hearts from donors in Abu Dhabi, Jeddah, and Riyadh to the hospital and transplanting them into the three […]
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The Fifth Hematology Medical Summit for the Middle East, Africa and Russia kicked off in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
With a robust history of regional medical collaboration for four previous successful versions engaging together leading national and international experts over two scientific days, AbbVie, the global biopharmaceutical research and development company, organized the fifth edition of the Middle East, Africa, and Russia International Hematology Oncology Summit recently at Crown Plaza Hotel in Jeddah, with […]
KFSHRC Organizes Advanced Therapies Forum in Riyadh
Riyadh, June 20 King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) is set to host the Advanced Therapies Forum from June 23 to 24 in Riyadh. The forum serves as a collaborative platform, bringing together 30 representatives from government organizations and academic institutions, offering industrial partners the opportunity to showcase their research and explore partnership opportunities […]
Study: Effectiveness of Saudi Measures in Limiting the Impact of Heat on Pilgrims’ Health
Riyadh, June 9 A recent study led by the Research & Innovation Centre at King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) has demonstrated the effectiveness of preventive measures implemented by Saudi Arabia in mitigating the health risks associated with high temperatures on pilgrims during Hajj. Despite an average temperature increase of 0.4 degrees Celsius per […]
Strategic Partnership Between Avalon Pharma and DMSCO to Enhance Pharmaceutical Security in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – 6 June 2024: Avalon Pharma, one of the fastest-growing pharmaceutical companies in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has announced a strategic manufacturing agreement with Al-Dawaa Medical Services Company (DMSCO). Under the newly signed agreement, the two companies will collaborate to manufacture a range of essential medications required by the local […]
Healthtech Startup amplifAI health Selected to Represent KSA and the Middle East in Google’s Growth Academy: AI for Health
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, June 6, 2024, Massive Media: amplifAI health, a healthtech startup headquartered in Saudi Arabia, is thrilled to announce its selection as a participant in Google’s prestigious Growth Academy: AI for Health, joining the 2024 cohort. Out of numerous applicants spanning startups from Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, only 24 outstanding companies, including amplifAI health, […]
SADAFCO Demonstrates Excellence in Food Quality and safety with Outstanding SFDA Evaluation
02 June 2024, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia: Saudia Dairy and Foodstuff Company (SADAFCO), the leader in UHT (long life) milk, ice cream, and tomato paste in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, proudly announces that it has been awarded an outstanding A+ rating by the Saudi Food & Drug Authority (SFDA) following their recent inspection of the […]
KFSHRC Successfully Treats Severe Case of “Xanthoma” After 26 Years of Suffering
Jeddah, June 2 In an era where healthcare innovation is paramount, KFSHRC Jeddah has made headway in the treatment of severe Xanthoma through the deployment of a modified plasma exchange protocol. This milestone underscores KFSHRC’s position as a trailblazer in healthcare innovation and patient care, particularly in addressing complex cases. Xanthoma, characterized by the accumulation […]
Nahdi Medical Company Opens New Clinic in Yanbu City with the Presence of the CEO of the Royal Commission for Yanbu
Yanbu, Saudi Arabia, May 30, 2024: Nahdi Medical Company inaugurated its new clinic in Yanbu Industrial City, part of the “NahdiCare Clinics” series. Engineer Abdulhadi Al-Jahani, CEO of the Royal Commission for Yanbu, Engineer Yasser Joharji, CEO of Nahdi Medical Company, and several general managers and officials attended the inauguration. On the occasion of the opening, Engineer […]
Dubai Industrial City announces a new pharma and innovative medicine factory will be set up in its ecosystem
In the presence of Her Excellency Sarah Al Amiri during the Make it in the Emirates Forum Abu Dhabi, UAE, 29 May 2024: Dubai Industrial City has signed an agreement with MD Pharma Factory during the third edition of Make it in the Emirates Forum, organised by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MOIAT) in […]
Alcon expands its footprint in Saudi Arabia, reinforcing its commitment to providing the Kingdom with the latest eye care innovation
JEDDAH, May 28: Alcon, the global leader in eye care dedicated to helping people see brilliantly, has officially inaugurated its Middle East headquarters in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, and announced a new partnership with the Saudi Society of Optometry. These achievements reflect the company’s commitment and dedication to shaping the future of eye care in the Kingdom […]
Nahdi Medical Company Signs MOU with the “Association for Honoring Travelers”to Launch a Wheelchair Donation Initiative for Guests of Rahman
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, May 22, 2024: Nahdi Medical Company has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the “Association for Honoring Travelers” to activate an initiative for donating wheelchairs to Guests of Rahman in Makkah and Madinah. This initiative is part of Nahdi’s corporate social responsibility projects, designed to collaborate with the non-profit sector through its strategic […]
Moro Hub Presents Smart Salem Medical Center with a Green Certificate for Environmental Commitment
The Green Certificate acknowledges Smart Salem Medical Center’s significant contribution to reducing carbon emissions. Dubai, UAE, 9 May 2024: Moro Hub, a subsidiary of Digital DEWA, the digital arm of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (PJSC), presented a Green Certificate to Smart Salem Medical Center L.L.C, a leading healthcare provider committed to innovation and sustainability, for […]