King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) is at the forefront of the healthcare AI revolution. Since 2019, the hospital's dedicated AI centre has been developing innovative applications that are transforming patient care.
The centre has made significant strides in diagnostics and treatment, developing over 20 AI applications. These applications leverage deep learning to analyse medical images with high accuracy, enabling more precise and faster disease diagnosis.
Latest advancements
AI has also facilitated personalised treatment plans for patients based on comprehensive health data, resulting in improved outcomes.
Recently, the centre unveiled its latest advancements in generative AI, developed entirely in Saudi Arabia. These innovations are expected to solidify the hospital's position as a global pioneer in smart healthcare.
Efficiency and accuracy
AI has reduced bed wait times from 32 hours to six hours and cut emergency unit wait times by 14%
At the Global AI Summit (GAIN), KFSHRC showcased its cutting-edge generative AI, demonstrating its commitment to becoming a more intelligent hospital. These AI models, once rigorously tested, will be fully integrated into hospital operations, enhancing efficiency and accuracy.
The hospital's AI centre has significantly improved operational efficiency. By automating tasks like summarising scientific literature and monitoring patient journeys, AI has reduced bed wait times from 32 hours to six hours and shortened emergency department wait times by 14%. Additionally, 90% of patients now receive pharmacy and laboratory services within 15 minutes.
AI-powered platform
For its pioneering work in AI, KFSHRC has received numerous accolades, including the 2022 AI Leadership Award from the International AI and Cloud Computing Conference and Exhibition. The hospital's "Anfal" system, an AI-powered platform for predicting patient satisfaction, won the 2024 International Business Excellence Award (IBXA) for best use of customer insights.
Recognised as a global pioneer in specialised healthcare, King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre was ranked 20th in the world's top healthcare institutions in 2023 by Brand Finance, securing the top spot in the Middle East and Africa.
