With a focus on improving access to healthcare, modernizing facilities and equipment, and enhancing the role of private sector investment, Saudi Arabia’s healthcare system is undergoing a transformation to meet the needs of every member of society.
The Healthcare Sector Transformation Program is transforming the Kingdom's healthcare system to be more comprehensive, effective, and integrated than ever before. This enhanced system prioritizes innovation, financial sustainability, and disease prevention while improving access to healthcare. It also focuses on expanding e-health services and digital solutions, improving the quality of care, and adhering to international standards.
The Program's strong cooperation and integration with government entities enabled Saudi Arabia to swiftly and effectively address the COVID-19 pandemic. Through the use of mobile applications, streamlined vaccine protocols, and increased access to medical services, the Kingdom was a global model of excellence in successfully mitigating the spread of the virus.
From remote surgeries guided by top physicians to virtual consultations resulting in seamless prescriptions, the Kingdom is leading the charge in utilizing technology to revolutionize the delivery of healthcare services with ease and efficiency. Launched in 2022, the SEHA Virtual Hospital is the largest of its kind globally, connecting over 150 hospitals with more than 30 specialized health services.
The Program is also improving public health and preventing diseases. This is a crucial area of investment for the health and productivity of individuals and communities, as prevention is often more cost effective than illness and injury treatment.
The private sector is vital in supporting the Kingdom’s efforts to achieve its national health goals, ensuring everyone has access to high-quality healthcare.
Objectives
Targets
85.76
%
Increase the beneficiary satisfaction rate with health service experiences during hospitalization to 85.76%.
100
%
Ensure the dissemination of the unified digital medical record to include 100% of the population.
90
%
Enhance the readiness of health areas to effectively respond to health risks, aiming for a readiness rate of 90%.
5
Reduce the average number of deaths from road accidents to 5 per 100,000 people.
88
%
5. Achieve a target of 88% coverage of health services across the Kingdom, including peripheral areas and population centers, by 2023 AD.
THE HEALTH SECTOR TRANSFORMATION PROGRAM PRIORITIZES THE WELL-BEING OF SAUDIS THROUGH THE PERSONALIZATION, DIGITALIZATION AND RESTRUCTURING OF THE HEALTHCARE SYSTEM.
H.E. Mr. Fahad Bin Abdurrahman Al-Jalajel
Chairman of the Program, Minister of Health; Member of the Council of Economic and Development Affairs
Board Members
H.E. Mr. Abdulaziz Bin Saleh Al-Furaih
CHAIRMAN OF THE STEERING COMMITTEE AT THE MINISTRY OF FINANCE
H.E. Dr. Hisham Bin Saad Al-Jadhey
PRESIDENT OF THE SAUDI FOOD AND DRUG AUTHORITY
H.E. Dr. Majid Bin Ibrahim Al Fayyadh
CEO OF THE KING FAISAL SPECIALIST HOSPITAL AND RESEARCH CENTER
H.E. Eng. Badr Bin Abdullah Al-Dulami
VICE MINISTER OF TRANSPORT FOR ROAD AFFAIRS
H.E. Dr. Sami Bin Mohammed AlHomod
ASSISTANT MINISTER OF INDUSTRY AND MINERAL RESOURCES FOR PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
H.E. Dr. Abdullah bin Muhammad Al-Rubaish
CEO of the University Hospitals Program at Council of Universities Affairs at the Ministry of Education
Dr. Ahmed Bin Mohammed Alamry
GENERAL DIRECTOR OF THE GENERAL DEPARTMENT OF MEDICAL SERVICES AT THE ARMED FORCES
Prof. Saleh Zaid Almuhsen
GENERAL SUPERVISOR OF GENERAL DIRECTORATE OF MEDICAL SERVICES AND SECURITY FORCES HOSPITAL PROGRAM
Dr. Aws Bin Ibrahim Al Shamsan
SECRETARY GENERAL OF THE SAUDI COMMISSION FOR HEALTH SPECIALTIES
H.E. Prof. Bandar Bin Abdulmohsen Al Knawy
CEO OF THE NATIONAL GUARD HEALTH AFFAIRS
Dr. Shabab Bin Saad Al-Ghamdi
SECRETARY GENERAL OF THE COUNCIL OF COOPERATIVE HEALTH INSURANCE
Dr. Nahar Bin Mezki Al-Azemi
SECRETARY GENERAL OF THE SAUDI HEALTH COUNCIL
Dr. Jalal Bin Mohammed Alowaisi
PRESIDENT OF THE SAUDI RED CRESCENT AUTHORITY
Eng. Majed Bin Mohamed Aldahwi
DEPUTY MINISTER OF LOCALIZATION FOR THE MINISTRY OF HUMAN RESOURCES AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
Mr. Ayman Ishaq Afghani
DEPUTY MINSTER OF LABOR MARKET AFFAIRS AND HUMAN CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT
Mr. Abdulrahman Abdullah Alsamari
CEO OF THE LOCAL CONTENT AND GOVERNMENT PROCUREMENT AUTHORITY
Mr. Ammar Mohammadnour Altaf
ASSISTANT DEPUTY MINISTER, MINISTRY OF INVESTMENT
Dr. Abdullah bin Rashoud Al-Gwizani
Chief Executive Officer of Public Health Authority
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