Riyadh: The King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSHRC) has earned ISO 13485:2016 certification for its 3D Printing Services Department.
According to Saudi Press Agency, this ISO certification represents the highest global standards for quality management systems in the design and manufacture of medical devices. It reflects the KFSHRC's strength in delivering innovative, custom-made solutions in complex clinical settings with rigorous quality control and assurance.
KFSHRC's 3D Printing Services Department, the release said, has become a cornerstone of the hospital's precision healthcare ecosystem. The department uses advanced additive manufacturing to produce patient-specific anatomical models, surgical guides, prosthetics, and implants to improve surgical planning, reduce intraoperative risks, and augment clinical outcomes.
In 2023, the department produced over 1,100 physical models and more than 5,000 digital simulations, which shorten average surgery time by 30% and reduce complications by 85%, significantly improving patient satisfaction.
KFSHRC's achievements in this field have also garnered local and international recognition. The hospital was ranked among the top 20 Saudi government entities in the Emerging Technology Adoption Readiness Index for 2025. Its 3D Printing Project was awarded the 2024 Global Excellence Award in Technology Project Management by the Global Project Management Forum (GPMF).
KFSHRC has been ranked first in the Middle East and Africa and 15th globally in the list of the world's top 250 Academic Medical Centres for the third consecutive year. It has been recognized as the most valuable healthcare brand in the Kingdom and the Middle East, according to the 2025 Brand Finance rankings. Additionally, it was included in Newsweek magazine's World's Best Smart Hospitals list for 2025.