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27th January 2025

KFSHRC Implements Precision Medicine in Primary Care 

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) in Saudi Arabia has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative by integrating precision medicine services within its Family Medicine Clinics. This advancement underscores KFSHRC’s commitment to preventive healthcare and the delivery of personalized medical solutions tailored to each patient’s unique genetic and lifestyle profiles. 

This innovative service represents a pioneering approach in primary care by leveraging patients’ genetic codes, combined with lifestyle and familial medical history, to design precise treatment and preventive care plans. Patients will now have access to the latest genetic testing without the need for repeated visits to specialized clinics, ensuring more sustainable, integrated healthcare solutions. This transition marks a shift from generalized diagnostics and treatments to a more individualized methodology, enhancing health outcomes for both individuals and families. 

Empowering Medical Professionals 

In addition to enhancing care delivery, KFSHRC’s initiative includes a series of scientific workshops aimed at equipping medical professionals with the skills and knowledge necessary to integrate precision medicine into everyday practice. These workshops emphasize the application of genetic technologies in primary care, improving diagnostic accuracy and enabling the formulation of patient-specific treatment strategies. By adopting this approach, KFSHRC aims to facilitate early disease detection and intervention, reducing the reliance on managing complex cases traditionally addressed by specialized precision medicine services. 

A Commitment to Global Healthcare Leadership 

This initiative aligns with KFSHRC’s broader mission to foster innovation in healthcare. The hospital’s focus on personalized medicine is expected to significantly reduce the prevalence of genetic disorders, improve the quality of life for its patients, and solidify its reputation as a leader in healthcare innovation. Notably, KFSHRC has achieved significant global recognition, ranking first in the Middle East and Africa and 20th worldwide among the world’s top 250 Academic Medical Centres for the second consecutive year. It has also been named the most valuable healthcare brand in the Kingdom and the Middle East by Brand Finance in 2024 and included in Newsweek’s 2025 World’s Best Smart Hospitals list. 

MedTech World Dubai: Unlocking Longevity and More 

MedTech World Dubai, to be held on 23 and 24 February 2025, will further explore these themes during the panel discussion, ‘Unlocking Longevity: A Holistic Approach to Genomics, Lifestyle, Wellness and Precision Health.’ This session will delve into the transformative potential of precision medicine and its role in reshaping patient care. MedTech World is proud to welcome C-level executives and government officials from Saudi Arabia, strengthening its role as a bridge between the Middle East and the global MedTech community. By fostering collaboration across regions, MedTech World continues to advance healthcare innovation and global progress. Book your slot at MedTech World Dubai to engage with thought leaders and pioneers driving innovation in healthcare.

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