JHAH Launches Care Forward Plan with Eye Care Center
January 28, 2026
- First milestone in JHAH’s Care Forward Plan, expanding access to specialized care and advancing Centers of Excellence
- 750 sqm state‑of‑the‑art Eye Care Center on the Dhahran campus increases capacity by 83%, reducing wait times and enhancing patient experience
Dhahran, Saudi Arabia — Jan 28, 2026: Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare (JHAH) today announced the opening of its new Eye Care Center at the Dhahran campus, significantly expanding capacity for specialized ophthalmology services and enhancing the patient experience. The opening marks the first major milestone under JHAH’s Care Forward Plan, a multi-year initiative designed to optimize and expand clinical infrastructure to meet the Kingdom’s growing healthcare needs.
The standalone Eye Care Center spans 750 square meters, representing an 83% increase in clinical capacity compared to the previous facility. By centralizing all ophthalmology services under one roof, the center increases appointment availability, reduces wait times and streamlines care delivery for patients.
Equipped with additional clinical rooms for screening, laser procedures, vaccinations and minor surgeries, the new center also features specialized diagnostic equipment and advanced clinical infrastructure. The patient‑centric design includes more spacious treatment rooms and enhanced privacy to deliver a safer, more comfortable, and efficient healthcare journey.
Our highest priority is the well-being of our patients. The Care Forward Plan was developed in response to their evolving needs, and the Eye Care Center represents a meaningful first step in that journey. By expanding our ophthalmology services, we are making specialized care more accessible, efficient and comfortable for the community we serve.
Commenting on the opening and the broader Care Forward Plan, Sagar M. Al-Anazi, Chief Operating Officer at Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare
The Care Forward Plan comprises a series of strategic initiatives aimed at strengthening access to care, improving patient experience, and supporting JHAH’s Centers of Excellence. Upcoming projects include expanded inpatient capacity, increased single‑occupancy rooms to enhance patient privacy, and the establishment of multidisciplinary hubs focused on the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and research of oncology and cardiology conditions.
Another key pillar of the plan focuses on enriching the patient journey by modernizing primary care environments, improving rehabilitation services by relocating them to a dedicated facility and enhancing workflow efficiency through the renovation and expansion of the Emergency Medical Services department.
Through the opening of the Eye Care Center and the continued rollout of the Care Forward Plan, Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare reaffirms its commitment to delivering world-class care, advancing clinical outcomes, and setting new standards for patient experience across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.