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New Zealand–based healthcare rostering leader expands into the Middle East
Core Schedule, a leading healthcare workforce scheduling platform, today announced that King Fahad Specialist Hospital – Emergency Department (KFSH-ED) in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, has selected Core Schedule as its primary rostering and workforce management solution.
The move marks Core Schedule’s first entry into the Saudi Arabian healthcare market, signalling growing global demand for its intelligent scheduling software. The hospital, known for providing advanced care across multiple specialities, will leverage Core Schedule’s automation, compliance, and workforce optimisation tools to streamline rostering operations for its emergency care teams.
“This is an important milestone for Core Schedule as we bring our proven solutions to the Middle East,” said Dr. Stephen Pool, CEO and Founder of Core Schedule. “KFSH-ED’s commitment to clinical excellence aligns perfectly with our mission to make healthcare staffing more efficient, scalable, and clinician-friendly.”
“We are proud to partner with Core Schedule to enhance operational efficiency in our Emergency Department,” said Dr. Ali Aldawood, King Fahad Specialist Hospital. “This platform will help us streamline staff allocation, optimise workflows, and ultimately support our clinicians in delivering the highest quality care.”
“We are committed to supporting our physicians with tools that make their work more sustainable and effective,” said Dr. Khalid Al Mulhem, Emergency Department Chairman at King Fahad Specialist Hospital. “Core Schedule’s scheduling system will reduce administrative pressures on our doctors, providing greater flexibility, clearer visibility, and more time to focus on clinical work.”
With over 190 organisations worldwide using the Core Schedule platform, the company has become the dominant rostering solution in the Australian and New Zealand healthcare market. Its platform supports major hospitals, health services, and virtual health organisations, helping clinical teams reduce administrative burden and focus on patient care.
The company’s expansion into Saudi Arabia reflects a growing trend in global healthcare towards digital transformation and operational efficiency.
Highlights of the Partnership
- Advanced automated rostering and compliance management for emergency medicine.
- Proven track record of deployment at 190+ organisations globally.
- Strategic expansion into the Middle East healthcare sector.
“We’re excited to collaborate with King Fahad Specialist Hospital – ED, a leading facility in the Kingdom,” added Pool. “Together, we’ll redefine how clinical teams in high-pressure environments manage their time and deliver patient care.”
For more on King Fahad Specialist Hospital, visit: https://www.ehc.med.sa/portfolio/king-fahad-specialist-hospital/