Oncology Center of Excellence
Welcome to the JHAH Oncology Center of Excellence
The Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare (JHAH) Oncology Center of Excellence represents a new era in cancer care for Saudi Arabia and the region. Through our strategic partnership with Johns Hopkins Medicine's Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center—one of the first NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers in the United States—we deliver world-class cancer treatment, groundbreaking research, and compassionate care close to home.
Our center specializes in three of the most prevalent cancers affecting our community: breast cancer, colorectal cancer, and prostate cancer. By focusing our expertise on these specific cancer types, we provide unparalleled depth of knowledge, access to the latest treatments, and the most advanced clinical trials available.
Every patient who walks through our doors receives:
Personalized treatment plans developed by multidisciplinary teams
Access to the latest diagnostic technologies and treatment innovations
Participation opportunities in cutting-edge clinical trials
Comprehensive support services for patients and families
Care guided by international standards of excellence
Breast Cancer Program
Our Breast Cancer Program provides comprehensive, personalized care for all stages of breast cancer. From early detection and diagnosis to advanced treatment and survivorship, our multidisciplinary team delivers the most sophisticated care available.
Team-based approach with surgical, medical, and radiation oncologists
Advanced breast imaging and diagnostic capabilities
Genetic counseling and hereditary cancer assessment
Reconstructive surgery options
Young women with cancer support program
Dedicated nurse coordinators
Advanced breast imaging (digital mammography, 3D tomosynthesis, breast MRI)
Genetic counseling and BRCA testing for high-risk women
Breast surgical oncology with oncoplastic techniques
Breast reconstruction options (immediate and delayed)
Medical oncology (chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy)
Radiation oncology with advanced techniques
Young women with breast cancer program
Survivorship and wellness programs
Breast cancer is the most common cancer in Saudi women
Eastern Province has highest incidence rates
Early detection through screening dramatically improves survival
Many treatment advances now available locally
Expands men's health services
Reduces advanced disease through screening
Provides full spectrum of treatment locally
Colorectal Cancer Program
Our Colorectal Cancer Program combines advanced surgical techniques, innovative medical treatments, and comprehensive screening programs to prevent, detect, and treat colorectal cancer at every stage.
Minimally invasive and robotic surgical techniques
Advanced screening and early detection programs
Precision medicine and immunotherapy options
Liquid biopsy technology for early detection
Multidisciplinary tumor board review
Comprehensive survivorship care
Comprehensive screening programs (colonoscopy, FIT testing)
Advanced endoscopy with polyp removal
Minimally invasive and robotic colorectal surgery
Medical oncology (chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy)
Radiation therapy for rectal cancer
Genetic testing for hereditary syndromes (Lynch syndrome, FAP)
Ostomy care and support
Nutritional and rehabilitation services
Colorectal cancer is one of fastest-rising cancers in Saudi Arabia
Eastern Province shows high incidence rates
Cancer is largely preventable through screening and polyp removal
Early detection leads to over 90% survival rate
Emphasizes preventive care
Reduces cancer burden through early detection
Builds local screening and treatment capacity
Prostate Cancer Program
Our Prostate Cancer Program operates as a Precision Medicine Center of Excellence, offering comprehensive evaluation and personalized treatment plans. We utilize the most advanced diagnostic tools and treatment options available.
Single-day comprehensive evaluation model
Advanced MRI and fusion biopsy technology
Robotic-assisted and nerve-sparing surgery
Active surveillance program for appropriate candidates
Hereditary prostate cancer assessment
Treatment options from active monitoring to advanced therapies
PSA screening and risk assessment for men
Advanced multiparametric MRI
MRI/ultrasound fusion-guided biopsy
Active surveillance program for appropriate low-risk patients
Robotic-assisted nerve-sparing prostatectomy
Radiation therapy (external beam, brachytherapy)
Medical oncology for advanced disease
Genetic testing for hereditary prostate cancer
Sexual health and continence support
Eastern Province has highest prostate cancer rates in Saudi Arabia
64% diagnosed at metastatic stage—indicating urgent need for earlier detection
Many treatment options now available that weren't accessible locally before
Active surveillance allows careful monitoring without overtreatment
Expands men's health services
Reduces advanced disease through screening
Provides full spectrum of treatment locally
The JHAH Difference: Why Patients Choose Us
1. Partnership with Johns Hopkins Medicine
World-Renowned Expertise
Our partnership with the Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins Medicine means you benefit from decades of research breakthroughs, clinical excellence, and innovative treatment approaches. Johns Hopkins has been at the forefront of cancer care since 1973, and that expertise guides everything we do.
2. Multidisciplinary Team Approach
Collaborative Care for Better Outcomes
Your care is never in the hands of just one doctor. Our multidisciplinary teams bring together medical oncologists, surgical oncologists, radiation oncologists, radiologists, pathologists, nurses, and support specialists who collaborate on your personalized treatment plan.
3. Access to Clinical Trials
Tomorrow's Treatments, Available Today
Through our research programs and Johns Hopkins affiliation, we offer access to cutting-edge clinical trials. These trials may provide treatment options not available elsewhere and contribute to advancing cancer care for future patients.
4. Personalized Treatment Plans
Your Cancer is Unique. Your Treatment Should Be Too.
Using advanced genomic profiling, molecular diagnostics, and precision medicine approaches, we tailor your treatment to your specific cancer's characteristics, your overall health, and your personal preferences.
5. Comprehensive Support Services
Caring for You and Your Family
Cancer affects every aspect of life. Our comprehensive support services include patient navigation, counseling, support groups, nutritional guidance, and survivorship programs to support you through every step of your journey.
6. International Standards of Care
Excellence You Can Trust
Our protocols, quality measures, and care standards align with those of the world's leading cancer centers. We continuously monitor outcomes and implement the latest evidence-based practices to ensure you receive the highest quality care.
Discover Our Comprehensive Cancer Services
About the Oncology Center of Excellence
Learn how our partnership with Johns Hopkins Medicine brings world-class cancer care to the Eastern Province. Discover our mission, meet our leadership team, and understand what makes our center unique in the region. Learn more about our center
Our Approach to Cancer Care
Experience how we deliver excellence through our proven care model. From comprehensive evaluation and multidisciplinary review to personalized treatment planning and continuous support, see how we coordinate every aspect of your care. Explore our care approach
Support & Survivorship Services
Cancer care extends beyond medical treatment. Our comprehensive support services address every aspect of your journey, including patient navigation, emotional support, rehabilitation, nutrition guidance, and practical assistance for you and your family. Discover support services
Clinical Trials & Research
Access tomorrow's treatments today through our clinical trials program. In partnership with Johns Hopkins, we offer cutting-edge therapies and participate in groundbreaking research that advances cancer care globally. Learn more about our clinical trials
Community & Education
We're committed to improving cancer outcomes throughout Saudi Arabia. Learn about our community outreach programs, professional development initiatives, and how we're building sustainable healthcare excellence for future generations. Explore our community impact