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Saudi commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS) declares and announces the results of admission regarding the Saudi Board Programs in Key Specialties and Diplomas for the year 2025
Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS) has declared the results of admission with respect of the Saudi Board Program in key specialties and diplomas for the year 2025 A.D via the Matching System Portal on SCFHS’s Website. SCFHS has illustrated that the admitted number of trainees for this year is 8298 in the specialties of Human Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Nursing, and Applied Medical Sciences, which include 62 Training Programs distributed across 97 training centers. Additionally, SCFHS invited the admitted trainees to review the timetable of submission and admission on the Saudi Board Program related to the key specialties and diplomas, indicating that the last date for fees payment will be the 17th of next July, provided that the last date for completing the registration requirements shall be July 31st, taking into consideration that the actual Training will be launched on October 1st, 2025. .
WHO Report Urges Integration of Patient Safety into Health Education in Saudi Arabia
The World Health Organization (WHO), in collaboration with the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties and Saudi patient safety center, has released a report urging the integration of patient safety across all levels of health education in Saudi Arabia, including Undergraduate and graduate studies and continuing professional development. The report calls for innovative learning methods, such as simulation-based education and reflective journaling, to strengthen practical understanding and skills. Based on a situational analysis conducted during workshops held from 13 to 16 May 2024, in partnership with the Saudi Patient Safety Centre, the report assessed the current state of education and identified gaps and opportunities for strengthening patient safety culture within academic systems. It also highlights the need to develop leadership programs focused on patient safety and promote interdisciplinary learning across healthcare disciplines, thereby fostering teamwork practices. Key recommendations include developing leadership programs focused on patient safety, incorporating interprofessional education to improve collaboration and teamwork, and launching national awareness campaigns. The report also underscores the need for policy development, robust reporting systems for safety incidents, and the establishment of dedicated research centers to evaluate the impact of interventions and advance evidence-based practices. By aligning efforts in education, leadership, advocacy, and research, the report envisions a safer healthcare environment and better outcomes for patients throughout the Kingdom. To know more
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