Major Hospitals in Saudi Arabia's Southern Region (Asir, Jazan, Najran, Baha)

The southern region of Saudi Arabia—comprising Asir, Jazan, Najran, and Al-Baha provinces—is served by a network of Ministry of Health, military, and private hospitals. Key facilities include:

Asir Region (Abha, Khamis Mushayt)

  • Aseer Central Hospital (Abha) — Major referral center; trauma, cardiology, neurosurgery.
  • King Khalid Hospital (Khamis Mushayt) — Large MOH hospital; comprehensive specialties.
  • Prince Sultan Military Medical City (Khamis Mushayt) — Armed Forces hospital; advanced care.
  • Abha Private Hospital, Khamis Mushayt Private Hospital — Private sector options.

Jazan Region

  • King Fahad Central Hospital (Jazan City) — Regional referral.
  • Prince Mohammed bin Nasser Hospital (Jazan) — Newer facility.
  • Sabya General Hospital, Abu Arish General Hospital, Farasan Hospital — District hospitals.

Najran Region

  • Najran General Hospital (King Khalid Hospital) — Main referral.
  • King Fahad Hospital (Najran) — MOH.
  • Prince Mishari bin Saud Hospital — Newer addition.
  • Sharurah General Hospital — Southern district.

Al-Baha Region

  • King Fahad Hospital (Al-Baha City) — Regional hub.
  • Al-Baha General Hospital, Baljurashi General Hospital, Al-Mikhwah General Hospital.

Specialized Facilities (Mecca Region — Western Edge of South)

  • King Abdullah Medical City (Makkah) — Tertiary/quaternary; oncology, transplants.
  • King Faisal Hospital, Al-Noor Specialist Hospital, Hera General Hospital (Makkah).
  • King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Dr. Soliman Fakeeh Hospital, Saudi German Hospital (Jeddah) — Major private/academic centers serving western/southern referrals.

Accessing Care

  • Emergency: 997 (Saudi Red Crescent).
  • Appointments: Sehhaty app (MOH) or hospital portals.
  • Insurance: Mandatory for expats; citizens covered by MOH/military.

List reflects major public facilities; many district health centers and private clinics also operate. Verify current status via Sehhaty or 937 (MOH call center).

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