Saudi arabia and Mass General Brigham Deepen Partnership to Revolutionize Healthcare Delivery Under Vision 2030
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is undertaking a monumental conversion of its healthcare system, aiming to establish a world-class, patient-centered model. A key driver of this ambitious vision is a strengthened strategic partnership between Saudi’s Health Holding Company – the nation’s largest healthcare provider - and Mass general Brigham, a globally renowned academic healthcare system based in the United States. Announced at the Global Health Exhibition (GHE) 2025, this deepened collaboration signifies a major leap forward in implementing the innovative Saudi Model of Care and achieving the goals outlined in Saudi Vision 2030.
The saudi Model of Care: A Proactive, Integrated Approach
At the heart of this transformation lies the Saudi Model of Care, a complete framework designed to proactively address the health needs of the Kingdom’s population. Moving beyond traditional reactive healthcare, this model prioritizes prevention, integration, and accountability, aiming to deliver equitable and high-quality care across all 20 health clusters within Saudi Arabia.
the model is structured around six core pillars, ensuring a holistic approach to patient wellbeing:
* Wellness: Promoting preventative measures and healthy lifestyles.
* Planned Care: Providing proactive and scheduled healthcare services.
* Chronic Care: Managing long-term conditions effectively and improving patient quality of life.
* Urgent Care: Delivering timely and appropriate care for immediate health concerns.
* Safe Birth: Ensuring optimal maternal and neonatal care.
* Palliative Care: Providing compassionate care for patients facing serious illness.
This integrated system represents a fundamental shift in healthcare delivery, focusing on optimizing outcomes and enhancing the overall patient experience.
mass General Brigham: A Strategic Partner in Transformation
Recognizing the complexity of such a large-scale undertaking, the Health Holding Company has strategically partnered wiht Mass General Brigham to leverage their extensive expertise in academic medicine, research, and healthcare innovation. Mass General Brigham will act as a crucial strategic advisor,providing guidance and best practices to support the successful implementation of the Saudi Model of care nationwide.
“This next milestone underscores our shared commitment to transforming healthcare through knowledge exchange, innovation, and sustainable impact - all in support of realizing vision 2030,” stated Dr. Luis Lobon, MD, Vice President of Advisory at Mass General Brigham International. This sentiment highlights the collaborative spirit driving this partnership and the shared dedication to achieving tangible results.
Early Successes: Demonstrating Measurable Impact
The partnership,formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in 2023,has already yielded meaningful progress,demonstrating the potential for rapid and positive change.
* Emergency Care Enhancement in AlUla: A collaborative effort focused on transforming emergency care services at prince Abdul Mohsen Hospital in AlUla resulted in the department achieving its first national accreditation. this accomplishment translated directly into reduced patient wait times without compromising the high standards of care and patient safety – a critical achievement for emergency medicine.
* Leadership Advancement for the Future: Recognizing the importance of cultivating a skilled healthcare workforce,the partners launched the Leadership Essentials Programme in collaboration with the Institute for Excellence in Health Leadership (IEDLI). This pioneering program, the first of its kind in the Middle East, held its inaugural session in AlUla in December 2024, equipping a new generation of Saudi healthcare leaders with the skills and knowledge necessary to drive continued innovation.
A Global Model for Integrated Healthcare
The collaboration between the Health Holding Company and Mass General Brigham isn’t simply about transforming healthcare within Saudi Arabia; it’s about creating a blueprint for integrated care that can be replicated globally. The synergy between Mass General Brigham’s legacy of academic rigor and research excellence and the Health Holding company’s ambitious national mandate to improve service quality and accountability positions this partnership as a leader in healthcare innovation.
During a panel discussion at GHE 2025, Dr. Luis Lobón and Dr. Michael VanRooen of Mass General Brigham, alongside Dr. Saad Alasiri of the Health Holding Company, emphasized the critical role of cross-border collaboration in addressing the complex challenges facing healthcare systems worldwide.
This partnership represents a powerful example of how international collaboration, combined with a commitment to innovation and patient-centered care, can drive meaningful and lasting improvements in healthcare delivery – not just for Saudi Arabia, but for the global community.
