Department of Adult Critical Care Medicine
Heart Center of Excellence Department
Department of Kidney and Pancreas Health Center
Department of Liver & Small Bowel Health Center
Department of Lung Transplant Health Care Centre
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The Medical Genomics Department at King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSH&RC) has achieved significant milestones in advancing genomic medicine. Below is a timeline highlighting key achievements, followed by notable awards and recognitions.
A collaboration between medical Genomic department, department of the family medicine and University of Pittsburgh medical center, the new service of precision medicine in family care was launched in Jan 2025, to enable the development of precise diagnostic and treatment plans that contribute to improved health outcomes for individuals and families. It represents a pioneering step that ensures access to the latest genetic tests for all patients without requiring repeated visits to specialized clinics while offering sustainable and integrated healthcare solutions aligned with the nature of primary care.
Our Genetic Premarital Counseling Clinic empowers couples to make informed marriage and reproductive decisions by offering comprehensive genetic screening that goes beyond the traditional premarital test. Through Expanded Carrier Screening (ECS), utilizing Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS), we provide an in-depth analysis of over 1,000 severe and recessively inherited conditions, including Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). With cutting-edge technology and expert counseling, our clinic’s goal is to offer personalized guidance on genetic compatibility, reduce the risk of passing on hereditary conditions to future children, and promote proactive family planning.
This multidisciplinary group meeting from our department with the molecular diagnostic lab and obstetrician gynecologist, to discuss challenging prenatal cases for early evaluation and decision based on prenatal checklist. In 2024, the prenatal service helped 1206 pregnant women and saved 395 million riyals.
Established in 2008, the Cardiovascular Genetics Program provides clinical diagnosis, genetic testing, and genetic counseling for patients that have familial cardiovascular diseases. Since its inception, the Program has managed to serve nearly 4,279 cases (1520 families) with different forms of familial heart diseases. Cases are referred to the Program from the regions of the Kingdom and from GCC countries.
The Medical Genomics Department’s mission is to provide the highest quality of medical care through state-of-the-art diagnostic, therapeutic and preventative care for all individuals affected or at risk of genetic conditions. The mandate is a well-coordinated and well-balanced program of clinical practice, education and research.
Our Goals:
1. To improve quality of life for individuals and families impacted by genetic diseases with special focus on genetic prevention.
2. To be a leader in the domain through education, research and innovation.
3. To transform genomic healthcare into an efficient and independent not-for-profit service.
4. To set a model of cutting edge practice in precision genomic medicine.