RIAD, Arabia Saudita, June 28, 2024
King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSH&RC) is at the forefront of the global artificial intelligence and robotics revolution. These technological advancements, driven by Saudi Vision 2030, are set to unleash an estimated $15 billion to $27 billion in economic value for the Kingdom’s medical sector by 2030, in addition to its pivotal role in streamlining processes and transforming patient care.
Robotic-assisted surgeries are a hallmark of KFSH&RC’s technological integration. In 2023 alone, KFSH&RC performed 1,195 robotic-assisted procedures, notably the world’s first fully robotic liver transplant, highlighting KFSH&RC’s pioneering role in using robotics to improve surgical precision and patient recovery.
Complementing these surgical advancements, whole genome sequencing (WGS) has become a cornerstone of KFSH&RC’s approach to early detection and treatment of genetic disorders. By conducting more than 7,000 WGS tests in 2023 to date, the hospital has enabled the identification of genetic predispositions to various diseases. This dual focus on cutting-edge surgical technology and comprehensive genetic analysis positions KFSH&RC at the forefront of medical innovation, ensuring that patients receive the most accurate and effective care possible.
KFSH&RC laboratories are also equipped with automated systems that streamline diagnostic and testing processes. These systems improve accuracy and speed, allowing for faster diagnosis and treatment of patients. More than 1.5 million tests were processed, reducing turnaround times by 30%.
Recognizing the transformative potential of digital health, KFSH&RC adopted AI-powered solutions across multiple departments. In 2023, AI tools in radiology improved diagnostic accuracy by 25% and reduced misdiagnosis rates by 18%, improving the detection and treatment of diseases such as cancer and cardiovascular disorders. Using AI and advanced biotechnological methods, KFSH&RC successfully produced CAR-T cells in-house for cancer treatment, reducing the cost of treatment and alleviating patients’ suffering.
Central to KFSH&RC’s advancements is its state-of-the-art Capacity Command Center, the primary source for data-driven decision making. It monitors patient movements to maintain quality of care, adhere to standard procedures, and predict demand volumes to mitigate risks. Using AI-powered strategies, the Center has performed more than 170,000 interventional procedures since its launch in September 2021, reducing bed wait times from 32 hours to six hours and reducing emergency department wait times by 14%.
Looking to the future, KFSH&RC continues to integrate advanced technologies into the global healthcare ecosystem as a smart hospital and remains committed to driving innovation and excellence in healthcare.
It is noteworthy that King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre was ranked 1st in the Middle East and Africa and 20th worldwide in the list of Top 250 Academic Medical Centers for the second consecutive year and recognized as the most valuable healthcare brand in the Kingdom and the Middle East according to the 2024 Brand Finance rankings. In addition, in the same year, it was ranked among the top 250 hospitals in the world by Newsweek magazine.
2024-06-30 05:11:07