4th International Conference on Primary Health Care & 2nd Euro Nursing Congress
September 15-16 2025 | Virtual Event
Ghaydaa Abdullah MalibariOjebode
Khobar Health Network , Saudi Arabia
In alignment with Saudi Vision 2030 and the national Health Sector Transformation Program,
the Ministry of Health –MOH– has launched the “Team Based Care (TBC)” initiative as a
cornerstone reform to restructure and enhance primary healthcare services. This proactive,
person-centered care model aims to transition the healthcare system from reactive disease
treatment to proactive health promotion and prevention. The model assigns each family a
dedicated primary care team—typically comprising a family physician and a nurse-responsible
for 3,000 to 4,000 individuals. These teams provide comprehensive, continuous, and coordinated
care, fostering long-term relationships with patients and improving health outcomes.
Key objectives include:
• Enhancing access to healthcare services.
• Strengthening continuity of care through team-based assignments.
• Promoting preventive interventions such as screenings, chronic disease management, and
vaccinations.
• Integrating digital communication via the “Sehhaty” and “Anaa” platforms to ensure two
way interaction between providers and beneficiaries.
Each healthcare center organizes medical teams based on population density and workforce
availability. Core tasks include health assessments, personalized care planning, health education,
and systematic follow-up. The model emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, regular
team meetings, and performance monitoring, contributing to higher patient satisfaction,
better health indicators, and reduced healthcare costs. This innovative approach to primary
care reflects global best practices adapted to local needs, aiming to build a healthier, more
resilient Saudi population.
Ghaydaa Abdullah Malibari is a Healthcare Transformation Manager at Khobar Health Network, Saudi Arabia,
with over 15 years of experience. A Registered Nurse specialized in Nephrology and Dialysis, she is skilled in leading
national transformation projects, accreditation readiness (JCI, CBAHI), and project management. She has
played a key role in implementing Models of Care and Team-Based Care, benefiting millions across the Eastern
Health Cluster.