Saudi FDA chief: Medical innovations being turned into safe, effective solutions
Saudi FDA head says Kingdom is committed to enabling emerging medical technologies and translating innovation into safe, practical applications.
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AISaudi Food and Drug Authority President Dr. Hisham Al-Jadhey affirmed during the 30th annual meeting of the International Medical Device Regulators Forum (IMDRF) that the Kingdom is working to transform medical innovations into safe, effective, and scalable solutions.
Al-Jadhey explained that the authority aims to build an integrated system that responsibly empowers emerging medical technologies, relying on advanced digital infrastructure and robust data governance.
He noted that regulatory frameworks also cover artificial intelligence and cybersecurity, as well as experimental environments, harmonization, and regulatory accreditation, ensuring that medical innovation moves from concept to safe, practical application.
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Al-Jadhey also stressed the importance of providing a regulatory environment that supports innovation and keeps pace with global developments in medical devices and technologies, helping to enhance the quality and efficiency of healthcare in the Kingdom.