Healthcare

Since its inception, the Council has played a crucial role in fostering partnerships between U.S. and Saudi healthcare entities, organizing major forums, roundtables, and leading delegations to leading heath exhibitions in the Kingdom. This effort is indicative of the significant transformations underway in Saudi Arabia’s healthcare sector, driven by Vision 2030. With a steadfast focus on enhancing private sector participation and introducing innovative healthcare solutions, the Kingdom is dedicated to meeting the evolving needs of its population.

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Overview

Saudi Arabia’s healthcare sector is undergoing significant transformation in its healthcare sector, propelled by its Vision 2030 goals. The focus on increasing private sector participation and the introduction of innovative healthcare solutions underscores the Kingdom’s commitment to meeting the evolving needs of its population. As Saudi Arabia grapples with shifting demographics and lifestyle changes, including a growing elderly population and rising rates of non-communicable diseases, the demand for quality healthcare services continues to escalate.

Saudi Arabia’s healthcare sector accounts for SAR187.6 billion ($50 billion) in annual economic activity and has risen steadily from 3.7 percent of GDP in 2010 to 6.4 percent of GDP in 2018.

The government has guided the healthcare sector’s development through programs such as the National Transformation Plan (NTP) and the Ministry of Health’s (MoH) Transformation Strategy to meet growing demand for health services, control the government’s cost burden, and expand accessibility and quality of national healthcare.

Changing lifestyles and demographics, including a growing population, a greater proportion of elderly Saudis, and a rising occurrence of non-communicable and chronic diseases have placed greater demands on the Kingdom’s healthcare sector.

In response, the Kingdom is prioritizing research and development, local manufacturing capabilities, and the enhancement of clinical care standards. With a focus on sub-sectors such as dental services, digital health, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, elderly care, and specialty clinics, Saudi Arabia is poised to emerge as a dynamic hub for healthcare innovation and investment in the region.