Organ Transplant at King Faisal Specialist Hospital in Saudi Arabia
5,000+ kidney transplants performed, with 97-99% 1-year patient survival rates for kidney, liver, heart transplant.
Why Choose KFSH&RC for Organ Transplant in Saudi Arabia
Organ Transplant Centre of Excellence | Kidney, Liver, Heart, and Lung Transplant in Saudi Arabia
Ranked 12th globally and 1st in the Middle East and Africa among the world's top 250 academic medical centres (Brand Finance 2026), KFSH&RC's Organ Transplant Centre of Excellence has performed 7,649+ stem cell transplants since 1984 and 5,000+ kidney transplants since 1981.
- 882 transplants performed in 2024 alone.
- 9 programmes: kidney, liver, heart, lung, pancreas, stem cell, bone grafts, cornea and small intestine.
- Only lung transplant programme in the Arab world.
- Dedicated coordinator assigned from your first enquiry.
- Airport reception, transfer, and accommodation coordinated for you.
- Remote follow-up via AlTakhassusi App after returning home.
- Paediatric transplant available, 80 paediatric kidney transplants in 1 year.
- International patients from 17 countries treated.
Organ Transplant Diagnostic and Treatment Technology at KFSH&RC
The technology used affects how long surgery takes, how quickly you recover, how well your new organ functions.
- Robotic Transplant Surgery System
- Kidney Paired Donation Platform
- Ventricular Assist Devices (VAD)
- Ex-Vivo Organ Perfusion
- Minimally Invasive Donor Harvest
- Solid Organ Preservation Technology
- Paediatric Robotic Surgical Systems
- AI-Assisted Surgical Scheduling
Organ Transplant at KFSH&RC for International Patients
Each transplant case is assessed by a multidisciplinary team who review your specific condition, donor compatibility, and clinical history.
Liver Transplant
Includes the world's first fully robotic living-donor liver transplant; 97-99% 1-year survival rate; JACIE and EBMT accredited.
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Lung Transplant
Only lung transplant programme in Saudi Arabia, the GCC, and the entire Arab world; Ex-Vivo Lung Perfusion (EVLP) available.
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Stem Cell Transplant
5,100+ bone marrow transplants; EBMT, CIBMTR, NMDP, and COG accredited simultaneously.
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Pancreas Transplant
Available as part of the solid organ transplant programme including combined kidney-pancreas transplantation.
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Kidney Paired Donation
World's largest Kidney Paired Donation Programme; crosses blood-group and HLA barriers to maximise transplant opportunities.
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Corneal Transplants
Lamellar and penetrating corneal transplantation; coordinates with the Eye Centre for complex corneal disease.
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Paediatric Transplant
Covers paediatric kidney, liver, and bone marrow transplantation; King Fahad National Centre for Children's Cancer manages haematological transplants.
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Kidney Transplant
5,000+ kidney transplants since 1981; 97-99% 1-year survival; world's largest Kidney Paired Donation Programme.
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Liver Transplant
World's first fully robotic living-donor liver transplant performed in 2024; 97-99% 1-year survival; living-donor and deceased-donor available.
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Heart Transplant
Only heart transplant programme in the Gulf since 1989; world's first fully robotic heart transplant September 2024; patient discharged in 8 days.
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Lung Transplant
Only lung transplant programme in Saudi Arabia, the GCC, and the entire Arab world; 268+ transplants since 2000; Ex-Vivo Lung Perfusion available.
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Stem Cell Transplant
7,649+ stem cell transplants since 1984; EBMT, CIBMTR, NMDP, and COG accredited simultaneously; both allogeneic and autologous available.
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Pancreas Transplant
Middle East's first robotic pancreas transplant performed in 2024; combined kidney-pancreas transplant available; most patients achieve insulin independence within days.
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Paediatric Organ Transplant
80 paediatric kidney transplants in a single year, surpassing many US and European centres (KFSH&RC);
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Care Journey for International Patients
Your treatment journey made simple and stress-free in 5 easy steps
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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 medical reports before I travel for a transplant?
Yes. The International Patient Care Centre evaluates your reports remotely before you commit to travel, confirming whether you are a transplant candidate and which specialist team will manage your case. You receive a written clinical assessment before any travel arrangements are made. Submit reports via WhatsApp at +1 718 550 0880 or email [email protected].
How do I contact the international patient support team for organ transplant at KFSH&RC?
Organ transplant consultations, second opinions, and treatment planning at KFSH&RC in Saudi Arabia are coordinated 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 online consultations, remote report reviews, in-person appointments, and full transplant coordination with your assigned specialist.
How long do I need to stay in Saudi Arabia for organ transplant surgery?
Stay length depends on your procedure, your condition and how you recover. Your coordinator gives you a written itinerary with the expected stay for your case before you book flights.
The international patient team books accommodation near the hospital at no cost for the booking service, with options to suit your preference and budget, including space for a caregiver.
What follow-up care is available after I return home from a transplant?
After returning home, transplant follow-up continues through the AlTakhassusi App, giving you direct access to your specialist team, test results, and imaging. Your international patient coordinator remains your point of contact for medication queries, referrals, or urgent escalation. Remote follow-up is available to international patients returning to the GCC, North Africa, the Levant, South Asia and beyond, including where local transplant expertise is limited.
What should I bring and how do I prepare before travelling to Saudi Arabia for a transplant?
Before travelling, submit your full medical history, recent imaging, laboratory results, and any previous surgical records to the International Patient Care Centre for remote assessment. Once your case is accepted, you receive a written treatment itinerary, cost estimate, and visa support letter before booking flights.
- Bring all original imaging files, not printouts
- Pack sufficient regular medications to cover your initial stay
- Flexible or refundable flights are strongly recommended for medical travel
- Accommodation within 5-15 minutes of the hospital is available with team guidance
Your coordinator manages every step from first contact through post-transplant follow-up at home.
Which organ transplants can international patients access at KFSH&RC?
KFSH&RC offers 9 active transplant programmes: kidney, liver, heart, lung, pancreas, stem cell, bone grafts, corneal, and small intestine. 882 organ transplants were performed in 2024 alone, with 97-99% one-year survival rates across kidney, liver, and heart programmes.
- Lung transplant: only programme in the Arab world
- Heart transplant: only programme in the Gulf
- Kidney Paired Donation: world's largest programme with 500+ paired transplants
Your coordinator confirms which programme applies to your case before you travel.
