Healthcare Transformation in Saudi Arabia: Perceptions and Knowledge of Providers in the Haill Region

Marwa Emeir^1, , Hany A. Sennara², Latifah Al-Hamdan¹, Bader Shdide Almutairi¹, Naif Mathel Alshammari¹, Saleh Saud Alshammari¹, Meshal Eid Alshammari¹, Mutlaq Ateeq Alshammari¹, Hamad Muqpil Alqoud² and Faisal Hamad AL Faisal²

¹Ministry of Health, Hail branch MOH

²Hail Health cluster, Saudi Arabia

Cite this paper:
Marwa Emeir, Hany A. Sennara, Latifah Al-Hamdan, Bader Shdide Almutairi, Naif Mathel Alshammari, Saleh Saud Alshammari, Meshal Eid Alshammari, Mutlaq Ateeq Alshammari, Hamad Muqpil Alqoud and Faisal Hamad AL Faisal. Healthcare Transformation in Saudi Arabia: Perceptions and Knowledge of Providers in the Haill Region. American Journal of Medical Sciences and Medicine. 2025; 13(4):87-94. doi: 10.12691/ajmsm-13-4-7

Abstract

The healthcare system in Saudi Arabia is undergoing significant transformation as part of the Kingdom's 2030 initiative. This comprehensive literature review examined the perceptions and knowledge of Hail healthcare providers regarding the ongoing health transformation system. A systematic analysis was conducted on peer-reviewed articles published between 2015 and 2023, focusing on healthcare providers' awareness, attitudes, and readiness towards various aspects of the transformation, including electronic health records, telemedicine, artificial intelligence integration, and quality improvement initiatives. The review synthesises findings from 35 relevant studies and presents key themes through tables and figures. The results indicate varying levels of knowledge and acceptance among different healthcare specialities, with generally positive perceptions of digital health technologies but concerns about implementation challenges. Notably, there is a significant knowledge gap regarding specific national healthcare transformation policies among healthcare providers in Ha'il City. This review also highlights the need for targeted educational programs and change management strategies to facilitate the successful adoption of new healthcare practices. This study provides valuable insights for policymakers and healthcare administrators to address potential barriers and optimize the implementation of the health transformation system in Ha'il and similar regions of Saudi Arabia.

Keywords:
Health system Transformation Hail Saudi Arabia

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