King Fahd Central Hospital
📍 Abu Arish
Tertiary referral hospital · founded 1947 · private
About
King Fahd Central Hospital in Abu Arish stands as a distinguished government healthcare institution within the Jazan region, functioning as a key referral centre for advanced medical care. The facility is designed with modern infrastructure and cutting-edge medical technology to address the diverse health requirements of the local population. It remains committed to delivering comprehensive treatment solutions while upholding rigorous standards of quality and patient safety. The hospital encompasses a broad spectrum of medical departments, ranging from critical care and general surgery to internal medicine and paediatrics. It is supported by sophisticated diagnostic capabilities, including advanced imaging units and automated laboratories, which facilitate precise and timely medical assessments. These resources ensure that patients receive optimal care tailored to their specific clinical needs. Beyond its clinical functions, King Fahd Central Hospital plays a pivotal role in fostering medical education and professional development for healthcare practitioners. The institution actively participates in health initiatives that promote public well-being and adheres to evidence-based practices. Through its dedicated approach, the hospital strives to provide accessible and compassionate healthcare services to all individuals in the community.
- Legal name
- King Fahd Central Hospital
- Governance
- Board of directors · CEO appointed annually
- Employees
- 2,500
Capacity
Annual volume
Emergency capabilities
- Trauma centre — Level I
- Stroke: Primary Stroke Centre
- Door-to-balloon: 53 min (AHA target ≤ 90)
- Door-to-needle (stroke): 38 min
Subspecialty centres
Transplant programmes
- Cornea
All departments
- Internal Medicine
- Surgery
- Emergency
Quality metrics
| Metric | Value | Benchmark |
|---|---|---|
| Risk-adjusted 30d mortality | 4.1% | EU avg 3.0% |
| HAI rate per 1000 patient-days | 3.6 | EU avg 1.8 |
| 30d readmission rate | 24% | EU avg 14% |
| Patient satisfaction (HCAHPS-like) | -10% | EU avg 76% |
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Patient experience
- Room categories
- ward · semi-private · private
- Meals
- standard · halal · kosher · vegan · gluten-free · pediatric
- Chaplaincy
- Christian · Muslim · Jewish
- Private bathroom
- private + suite rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Free in all rooms
Awards & rankings
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Top hospital — Abu Arish
EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025
Services
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