Dr. Andrew Padmos' Pioneering Medical Milestones in Riyadh
Canadian Dr. Andrew Padmos established the Middle East’s first bone marrow transplant program at King Faisal Specialist Hospital in 1983. During his 15-year tenure, he significantly advanced Saudi Arabia’s healthcare and facilitated physician training programs with Canada, impacting 1,000 Saudi medical professionals.
In 1978, Canadian physician Dr. Andrew Padmos moved to Riyadh with his family and took on a vital role at King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre.
During his 15-year tenure, he developed a pioneering hematology and oncology program, ultimately establishing the Middle East’s first bone marrow transplant program in 1983.
This program, which now conducts over 100 transplants annually, significantly advanced Saudi Arabia's healthcare capabilities.
Dr. Padmos also facilitated the training of Saudi physicians in Canada, contributing to the development of 1,000 advanced medical professionals.
His work continues to bridge Saudi and Canadian medical education and training initiatives.
During his 15-year tenure, he developed a pioneering hematology and oncology program, ultimately establishing the Middle East’s first bone marrow transplant program in 1983.
This program, which now conducts over 100 transplants annually, significantly advanced Saudi Arabia's healthcare capabilities.
Dr. Padmos also facilitated the training of Saudi physicians in Canada, contributing to the development of 1,000 advanced medical professionals.
His work continues to bridge Saudi and Canadian medical education and training initiatives.
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