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KFSHRC Launches the First Facility for Gene and Cell Therapy Manufacturing in Saudi Arabia

KFSHRC Launches the First Facility for Gene and Cell Therapy Manufacturing in Saudi Arabia

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 27, 2025 (Korea Bizwire) – King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre said it will open Saudi Arabia’s first facility for manufacturing genetic and cellular therapies by late 2025, a project designed to give thousands of patients access to advanced treatments at home, reduce the cost of care by an estimated [...]

KFSHRC Performs World’s First Robotic Intracranial Tumor Resection … A New Era in Neurosurgery

KFSHRC Performs World’s First Robotic Intracranial Tumor Resection … A New Era in Neurosurgery

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 20, 2025 (Korea Bizwire) – In a historic leap for robotic medicine, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSHRC) in Riyadh has successfully performed the world’s first robotic intracranial tumor resection, a groundbreaking achievement that sets a new global standard in neurosurgical precision and recovery. The surgery was conducted on [...]

A Life Rewritten: KFSHRC Treats Rare Disease After 22 Years of Specialized Care

A Life Rewritten: KFSHRC Treats Rare Disease After 22 Years of Specialized Care

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Aug. 24, 2025 (Korea Bizwire) – 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, [...]

KFSHRC Concludes Participation at AMEE 2024 in Switzerland

KFSHRC Concludes Participation at AMEE 2024 in Switzerland

BASEL, Switzerland, Aug. 29, 2024 (Korea Bizwire) – King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) successfully concluded its participation in the Association for Medical Education in Europe (AMEE) 2024 Conference, which commenced last Monday in Basel, Switzerland. The three-day event provided a platform for KFSHRC to showcase its expertise in employing the latest technologies [...]

KFSHRC Advances Diversity and Inclusion in Medical Education

KFSHRC Advances Diversity and Inclusion in Medical Education

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Aug. 28, 2024 (Korea Bizwire) – King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) reaffirms its commitment to inclusivity and diversity in medical education, establishing itself as a leader in creating a learning environment that mirrors the global nature of modern healthcare. Housing professionals from over 77 nationalities, KFSHRC cultivates a vibrant [...]

From Care to Connection: KFSHRC Champions Community Engagement

From Care to Connection: KFSHRC Champions Community Engagement

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Aug. 27, 2024 (Korea Bizwire) – In alignment with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 healthcare goals, King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) leads in healthcare innovation with pioneering programs that train future leaders and positively impact the Saudi community. KFSHRC’s Education and Training department ensures the institution’s educational programs maintain high [...]

Innovative Training and Simulation Propel KFSHRC to Global Leadership in Medical Education

Innovative Training and Simulation Propel KFSHRC to Global Leadership in Medical Education

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Aug. 25, 2024 (Korea Bizwire) – King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) is revolutionizing clinical training through its iLearn Portal and comprehensive simulation-based programs in a bold move towards excellence in medical education and training. KFSHRC’s simulation training initiatives utilize virtual reality (VR) and scenario-based learning to offer hands-on experience [...]

KFSHRC Sets New Global Standards in Digital Healthcare Education

KFSHRC Sets New Global Standards in Digital Healthcare Education

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Aug. 24, 2024 (Korea Bizwire) – King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) is leveraging innovative technologies to enhance medical education and training, rolling out ground-breaking initiatives such as the Smart On-Call Room and the Virtual Science Library. The Smart On-Call Room, powered by STID Mobile ID, has real-time access to [...]

KFSHRC Sets New Global Standards with VR Technology at AMEE 2024

KFSHRC Sets New Global Standards with VR Technology at AMEE 2024

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Aug. 22, 2024 (Korea Bizwire) – By continuously adopting new technologies, KFSHRC ensures that its trainees are well-prepared for today’s medical challenges and equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to lead the future of medicine. These technologies bridge the gap between theory and practice and prepare healthcare professionals to lead in [...]

KFSH&RC Achieves Remarkable 98% Survival Rate in 400 Robotic Cardiac Surgeries

KFSH&RC Achieves Remarkable 98% Survival Rate in 400 Robotic Cardiac Surgeries

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Jul. 4 (Korea Bizwire) — King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSH&RC) has achieved a significant milestone in its Robotic Cardiac Surgery Program, which was initiated in February 2019. Within its first year, the program performed 105 cardiac procedures. As of today, 400 robotic cardiac surgeries have been performed with a [...]