King Fahd General Hospital, Jeddah - Al Hamra District
📍 Jeddah
University teaching hospital · founded 1874 · public
About
King Fahd General Hospital in Jeddah stands as a prominent medical facility within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, operating under the auspices of the Ministry of Health. Situated in the Al Hamra District, this hospital serves as a vital component of the healthcare infrastructure in the Western Region. It is recognised for providing comprehensive medical services to a diverse patient population, ensuring accessibility to high-quality care for residents and visitors alike. The facility is designed to handle a wide spectrum of medical needs, ranging from routine consultations to complex emergency cases. The hospital houses numerous specialised departments and centres of excellence that address specific health conditions. Notable among these are the dedicated centres for cardiac care, kidney diseases, and otorhinolaryngology, as well as a specialised dental centre. Advanced diagnostic capabilities, including nuclear medicine and modern radiology units, support these clinical divisions. The Prince Sultan Centre for Endoscopic Surgery is another key facility, offering minimally invasive surgical options that promote faster recovery times for patients. A multidisciplinary team of highly qualified healthcare professionals staffs the hospital, including consultants, specialists, nurses, and allied health technicians. They adhere to rigorous international standards of medical practice and patient safety. The hospital also functions as a significant academic and training hub, contributing to the professional development of medical practitioners in the region. Through its commitment to clinical excellence and continuous improvement, King Fahd General Hospital remains a cornerstone of public health in Jeddah.
- Legal name
- King Fahd General Hospital, Jeddah - Al Hamra District
- Governance
- Board of directors · CEO appointed annually
- Employees
- 2,000
Capacity
Annual volume
Emergency capabilities
- Trauma centre — Level II
- Stroke: Primary Stroke Centre
- Door-to-balloon: 69 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 — Jeddah
EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025
Services
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