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).