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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

Total beds 500
ICU 40
NICU 10
PICU 7
OR theatres 16
Delivery rooms 5
ED bays 20
Cath labs 1

Annual volume

Admissions / yr 46,247
Outpatient 250,000
ED visits 40,000
Births 750
Surgeries 12,500

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

MetricValueBenchmark
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%

Photos

King Fahd General Hospital, Jeddah - Al Hamra District
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King Fahd General Hospital, Jeddah - Al Hamra District
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King Fahd General Hospital, Jeddah - Al Hamra District
patient room
King Fahd General Hospital, Jeddah - Al Hamra District
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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

  • Top hospital — Jeddah

    EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025

Services

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