CF is pleased to announce the establishment of its new Middle East Regional Headquarters in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia as it continues to invest in expanding its expertise in this global health hub.
This announcement marks an exciting milestone in the firm’s growth in the GCC, as it continues to collaborate with leading health sector firms and the local government to scale the exciting healthcare innovation and forward-thinking approach the Middle East is renowned for.
Established in the UK in 2013, CF is proud to support clients across the globe having worked on over 1,500 engagements, and its services in the Middle East enable them to support clients across a wide spectrum of healthcare and life sciences challenges including Healthcare Strategy, Clinical Transformation, Population Health Management and Data, Digital & AI Solutions.
This news follows the announcement of newly appointed Dr. Joud Abduljawad as a Partner and Chief Medical Officer in the region, as the firm continues to expand its talented team and investment in the Middle East.
Hannah Farrar, CF’s Global CEO comments:
“Establishing our regional headquarters in Riyadh is a pivotal moment in CF’s evolution and underscores our long-term commitment to the Middle East. The region is emerging as a global nexus for healthcare innovation, policy leadership, and clinical excellence – and we are proud to contribute to that momentum. With the appointment of Dr. Joud Abduljawad and the expansion of our regional capabilities, we are uniquely positioned to partner with governments and health systems in designing and delivering high-impact, data-driven solutions that advance population health at scale.”
Zahra Safarfashandi, CF’s Middle East Lead Partner says:
“The Middle East health sector is experiencing significant growth and transformation, driven by increased investment, innovation, and a rising demand for quality healthcare services and we’re delighted to be further expanding CF’s services in the region in support of this agenda. The past decade has been truly transformative in Saudi and across the GCC and the scale of ambition and the rate of change show no signs of slowing. I have no doubt that the Middle East will become a global leader in health and care, and the lessons we are learning now will accelerate population health and longevity around the globe.”
Dr. Joud Abduljawad, Chief Medical Officer of the Middle East comments:
“The establishment of CF’s new office in Riyadh reinforces our commitment to the region and enables us to continue expanding the expert advice we can offer to the Middle East health sector. With a talented local team primed and ready to support clients with their toughest challenges, I’m incredibly excited about what the future holds!”
