Month: October 2023

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In a groundbreaking development for the Middle East, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSH&RC) has introduced a service called Rapid Whole-Genome Sequencing (rWGS) as part of its healthcare solutions. This service is designed to help doctors diagnose rare and genetic disorders, particularly in critically ill newborns, who require fast and precise identification of their conditions.

The Rapid Whole Genome Sequencing service is invaluable for newborns with rare diseases, as it helps them avoid the often lengthy process of tests and treatments that can stretch for months or even years without a precise diagnosis. This increases the chances of survival and reduces the overall healthcare cost by minimizing hospital admissions, unnecessary tests, and medical care.

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Remarkably, the hospital has reduced the time required for this genetic testing from the typical two-month duration to less than 35 hours. Response time is paramount when planning healthcare for critically ill newborns, and swift delivery of test results ensures a prompt and tailored medical response, preventing delays that could otherwise lead to worsening the patient’s condition or even death.

As part of its participation in the Global Health Summit, where KFSH&RC plays a vital role as a strategic healthcare partner, the hospital shares details about the Rapid Whole Genome Sequencing service at its exhibition booth. The hospital’s cutting-edge capabilities include analyzing up to 99% of DNA sequences from patient blood samples, along with several innovative healthcare solutions.

The comprehensive genetic composition examination involves a streamlined four-step process. First, the DNA is broken down into manageable segments. Then, it is encoded with a barcode-like symbol for easy identification, similar to tracking products in a store. The examination itself is conducted using specialized equipment. Finally, advanced computer systems and software compare these sequences, identifying differences in DNA sequences and pinpointing the genetic mutations responsible for diseases.

KFSH&RC provides the highest level of healthcare and offers the best possible patient experience within an integrated educational and research environment. It collaborates and shares expertise with leading local, regional, and international institutions to provide a globally competitive service in clinical, research, and educational fields.

Globally renowned for its specialized healthcare, KFSH&RC is a pioneer in medical innovation and a hub for advanced medical research and education. It is committed to advancing medical technologies and raising the standard of healthcare worldwide through partnerships with top local, regional, and international institutions in clinical, research, and educational sectors.

Contact information:
[email protected]

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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In a groundbreaking development for the Middle East, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSH&RC) has introduced a service called Rapid Whole-Genome Sequencing (rWGS) as part of its healthcare solutions. This service is designed to help doctors diagnose rare and genetic disorders, particularly in critically ill newborns, who require fast and precise identification of their conditions.

The Rapid Whole Genome Sequencing service is invaluable for newborns with rare diseases, as it helps them avoid the often lengthy process of tests and treatments that can stretch for months or even years without a precise diagnosis. This increases the chances of survival and reduces the overall healthcare cost by minimizing hospital admissions, unnecessary tests, and medical care.

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Remarkably, the hospital has reduced the time required for this genetic testing from the typical two-month duration to less than 35 hours. Response time is paramount when planning healthcare for critically ill newborns, and swift delivery of test results ensures a prompt and tailored medical response, preventing delays that could otherwise lead to worsening the patient’s condition or even death.

As part of its participation in the Global Health Summit, where KFSH&RC plays a vital role as a strategic healthcare partner, the hospital shares details about the Rapid Whole Genome Sequencing service at its exhibition booth. The hospital’s cutting-edge capabilities include analyzing up to 99% of DNA sequences from patient blood samples, along with several innovative healthcare solutions.

The comprehensive genetic composition examination involves a streamlined four-step process. First, the DNA is broken down into manageable segments. Then, it is encoded with a barcode-like symbol for easy identification, similar to tracking products in a store. The examination itself is conducted using specialized equipment. Finally, advanced computer systems and software compare these sequences, identifying differences in DNA sequences and pinpointing the genetic mutations responsible for diseases.

KFSH&RC provides the highest level of healthcare and offers the best possible patient experience within an integrated educational and research environment. It collaborates and shares expertise with leading local, regional, and international institutions to provide a globally competitive service in clinical, research, and educational fields.

Globally renowned for its specialized healthcare, KFSH&RC is a pioneer in medical innovation and a hub for advanced medical research and education. It is committed to advancing medical technologies and raising the standard of healthcare worldwide through partnerships with top local, regional, and international institutions in clinical, research, and educational sectors.

Contact information:
[email protected]

Photos accompanying this announcement are available at:

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Bed waiting time reduced from 32 hours to 6 hours

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Healthcare providers are facing a continuous increase in the demand for healthcare services, necessitating a redirection of efforts towards improving the operational efficiency of healthcare institutions. In response to this challenge that healthcare providers worldwide face, the Capacity Command Center in King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSH&RC) has emerged as a pioneer in enhancing operational efficiency by implementing globally recognized procedures. It essentially aims to improve overall healthcare outcomes in alignment with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.

Since its launch in September 2021, the Center has executed over 170,000 intervention procedures, significantly reducing bed waiting times from 32 hours to 6 hours. The emergency department has also seen a 14% reduction in waiting times. Furthermore, waiting times in the pharmacy and laboratory have improved, with over 90% of beneficiaries receiving services in less than 15 minutes.

Since its establishment, the Center has become the primary source for data-driven decision-making, it continuously monitors patient movements to maintain care quality, adhere to standard operating procedures, and predict demand volumes to mitigate risks and address potential challenges.

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Simultaneously, as a strategic health partner at the Global Health Exhibition in Riyadh from October 29-31, KFSH&RC showcases its mechanisms for improving operational efficiency, healthcare outcomes, and the patient experience, positioning itself as a leading healthcare solution in the region.

The Capacity Command Center relies on a strategy that adjusts business plans and interventions based on evidence-based practices driven by artificial intelligence to improve workflow mapping and planning. The Center’s services include technical reporting, data mining, operational performance enhancement, and review processes and plans, culminating in regular report issuance.

This Center is part of KFSH&RC’s ongoing efforts to harness all resources and bring the latest technologies to improve outcomes and operational efficiency. It aims to be the optimal choice for every patient seeking specialized healthcare services, making these services accessible to a broader range of beneficiaries.

KFSH&RC is globally renowned for providing specialized healthcare and is a pioneer in innovation, advanced medical research, and medical education. The institution actively seeks to develop medical technologies and enhance the standard of healthcare worldwide, collaborating with leading local, regional, and international organizations to deliver world-class services in clinical, research, and educational domains.

Contact information:
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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSH&RC) is presenting its pioneering journey and prospects in space biomedical research and its role in enhancing human health at the Global Health Exhibition, where KFSH&RC is also participating as a strategic healthcare partner.

At the Exhibition, KFSH&RC delves into its groundbreaking experience leading four research experiments in cell sciences in space. These experiments encompass testing the immune cell response to inflammation in space, monitoring the activity of thousands of genes in immune cells exposed to inflammation over time, and tracking the changes in the lifespan of ribonucleic acid (mRNA) between space and Earth. Additionally, the pavilion simulates the inflammatory response to drug treatment using an immune cell model to explore its potential applications for prevention and early treatment.

The aim of these research experiments, conducted in collaboration with the Saudi Space Authority, as part of the scientific mission of Saudi astronauts Rayyanah Barnawi and Ali Al-Qarni to the International Space Station (ISS), is to contribute to exploratory research and its applications in space medicine to enhance the safety of space explorers and utilize the knowledge gained for the benefit the patient community globally.

King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre Highlights its Space Biomedical Research Journey at the Global Health Exhibition

The scientific experiments lasted for four days and were overseen by the research team led by Dr. Khaled Saad Abu Khubrah, Head of the Department of Molecular Biomedicine and Research at KFSH&RC, along with Dr. Wijdan Al-Ahmadi from KFSH&RC and Dr. Edward Hattie from the BioServe Space Technologies Center in Colorado, USA.

KFSH&RC is actively pursuing further research in space biomedical science to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the effects of gravity deficiency and cosmic radiation on the human body. They aim to leverage the unique space environment, which provides opportunities for medical experiments that are not feasible on Earth. This includes studying how cells and tissues grow in microgravity conditions, potentially leading to groundbreaking discoveries in disease treatments and opening new avenues in space medicine.

KFSH&RC is globally renowned for its specialized healthcare services and its leadership in innovation. It stands as an advanced centre for medical research and education, aiming to advance medical technologies and raise the standard of healthcare worldwide through partnerships with prominent local, regional, and international institutions in clinical, research, and educational fields.

Contact information:
[email protected]

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