Bariatric Unit Closed, SR100,000 Fine Imposed, Licence Suspended.
Dubai: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Health has shut down a bariatric surgery unit at a private healthcare facility in Jeddah and imposed a SR100,000 fine for performing obesity and bariatric procedures without the necessary legal permits.
The violation was uncovered during field inspection campaigns conducted by the ministry as part of its ongoing efforts to enforce compliance with health regulations and ensure the safety and reliability of healthcare services.
Bariatric Surgery Unit Shut
The ministry stated that it imposed multiple penalties on the facility, including the closure of its bariatric surgery unit, suspension of its eligibility to obtain a licence for such activities for six months, and a SR100,000 fine, in accordance with Article 20 of the Private Health Institutions Law.
Officials urged the public to report any healthcare violations or concerns through the ministry’s unified call centre at 937.
The ministry also reaffirmed that inspection campaigns will continue across the Kingdom to enforce compliance with health regulations, safeguard patient safety, and enhance the overall quality of healthcare services.
