Cardiology and Heart Surgery at King Faisal Specialist Hospital in Saudi Arabia
Only heart transplant centre in the Gulf region, ranked No. 1 in Saudi Arabia for cardiology by Newsweek 2026, treating heart failure, valve disease, and congenital heart conditions
Why Choose KFSH&RC for Cardiology and Heart Surgery in Saudi Arabia
Highest robotic cardiac volume outside the USA and the only heart transplant centre in the Gulf since 1989
Ranked No. 1 in Saudi Arabia and 2nd in the Middle East for cardiology (Newsweek 2026). Cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, electrophysiologists and paediatric cardiac specialists collaborate to give best possible outcomes
- Only heart transplant centre in the Gulf since 1989.
- Highest robotic cardiac volume outside the USA.
- 20,000+ non-invasive cardiac diagnostic procedures annually.
- Robotic valve replacement stay 3.6 days shorter than traditional.
- Remote follow-up via AlTakhassusi App after returning home.
- International patients from 17 countries treated.
Cardiology and Heart Surgery Treatment Technology at KFSH&RC
The technology used affects how large the incision needs to be, how long you spend in ICU, and how quickly you recover enough to fly home
- Da Vinci Robotic Cardiac System
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI)
- HeartMate 3 Ventricular Assist Device
- Biplane Cardiac Angiography Suite
- 3D Echocardiography System
- Extravascular ICD (EV-ICD)
- Leadless Dual-Chamber Pacemaker
- Emergency Department Cardiac Cath Lab
Cardiology and Heart Surgery at KFSH&RC for International Patients
Each cardiac case is assessed by a multidisciplinary team who review your imaging and clinical history before confirming a treatment plan
Congenital Heart Surgery
25,000+ operations and the region's first congenital heart defects registry; both open and hybrid approaches, with a dedicated adult congenital heart clinic.
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Care Journey for International Patients
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Online inquiry & medical files upload Share your medical reports for review. It takes less than a minute.
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Doctor review & treatment plan Within 24hrs you will receive treatment options & a preliminary plan before travel.
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Travel coordination We arrange your visa, flights, and accommodation.
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Treatment phase Full care under a dedicated case manager.
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Start your treatment Begin treatment with full support from our care team.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have a question? Our support team is here to guide you through each step of your treatment journey with personal care and attention.Can KFSH&RC review my cardiac reports and echocardiogram before I travel?
Yes. The International Patient Care Centre reviews your cardiac imaging, echocardiogram results, catheterisation reports, and clinical history remotely before you commit to travel. You receive a written clinical assessment before any travel arrangements are made. Submit your reports and imaging via WhatsApp at +1 718 550 0880 or email [email protected].
How do I contact the international patient support team for cardiology and heart surgery at KFSH&RC?
Cardiology consultations, heart surgery second opinions, and treatment coordination at KFSH&RC in Saudi Arabia are managed through the International Patient Care Centre.
- WhatsApp: +1 718 550 0880
- Telephone: +1 718 550 0880
- Email: [email protected]
The team is available 24/7 and can arrange remote echocardiogram reviews, online consultations, in-person cardiology appointments, and full coordination with your assigned cardiac specialist.
How long do I need to stay in Saudi Arabia for heart surgery?
Stay duration depends on the procedure:
- Robotic valve replacement: 7 days vs 10-11 days conventionally
- Heart transplant (robotic): 8-14 days with ongoing cardiac monitoring before travel
- Coronary bypass: 5-7 days
- TAVI: 3-5 days
- Robotic VAD implantation: 10 days vs 63 days with conventional surgery
- Electrophysiology ablation: 1-2 days
Your coordinator provides a written itinerary before you book flights.
Is KFSH&RC the only hospital in the Gulf offering heart transplantation?
Yes. KFSH&RC's Heart Centre is the only hospital in Saudi Arabia and the GCC offering a heart transplant programme, operating since 1989. In September 2024, it performed the world's first fully robotic heart transplant; the patient was discharged within 8 days. For patients in Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, Oman, and the UAE, KFSH&RC is the only cardiac centre within the Arab world with an active transplant programme.
What makes KFSH&RC's robotic cardiac surgery programme globally significant?
The programme holds the highest robotic cardiac volume outside the United States, ranks top-5 globally for complex multi-valve procedures, and has performed 400 robotic cardiac surgeries with a 98% survival rate since 2019. It is the only programme globally performing robotic cardiac surgery on children under 18 and on patients requiring a third cardiac redo. The programme has been featured on CNN and cited in international medical journals for redefining cardiac surgery outcomes.
Which heart conditions bring GCC patients to KFSH&RC most frequently?
The four most common reasons are end-stage heart failure requiring transplantation, complex valve disease requiring surgical or robotic repair, congenital heart defects in children and adolescents, and advanced heart failure requiring ventricular assist device implantation. Qatar, Kuwait, and Bahrain lack a heart transplant programme entirely, meaning KFSH&RC is the only option within the Arab world for those cases. The Heart Centre also receives referrals for high-risk redo cardiac surgery and complex congenital cases that other regional hospitals decline to operate on.
