Prof. Assim Abdulaziz Alfadda 

It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to the Vice Deanship for Postgraduate Studies and Research at the College of Medicine, King Saud University. Our Vice Deanship is committed to promoting an environment where excellence in postgraduate medical education and research is continuously strengthened, guided by innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to advancing healthcare in alignment with national and global aspirations.
The College of Medicine has long been recognized for its leadership in medical education and the advancement of medical knowledge. Building on this distinguished legacy, the Vice Deanship works to enhance postgraduate programs, support faculty and emerging academic professionals, and promote an integrated research culture that reflects both the Kingdom’s priorities and international best practices. We strive to empower our emerging scholars through comprehensive training, mentorship, and opportunities for global engagement, ensuring they are well prepared to contribute meaningfully to academic and clinical fields.
Research is a cornerstone of our mission. We work closely with research centers, chairs, and departments in the college to advance high-quality research, strengthen collaborative scientific efforts, enhance the college’s position as a leading center for research excellence, and expand the college’s role as a hub for innovation. Our efforts also extend to building strategic national and international partnerships that enrich our academic community and facilitate knowledge exchange with leading institutions.
As we continue to strengthen postgraduate medical education, enhance research capacity, and broaden collaboration, our goal aligns with the college and university mission: to contribute to the advancement of medicine and to prepare the next generation of healthcare practitioners and scientists.
We look forward to a future where our college and university continue to excel and shape health practice nationally and internationally.