Alfaisal University has achieved outstanding results in the 2025 U.S. National Resident Matching Program (NRMP), marking a historic milestone for its College of Medicine. This year, 58 graduates successfully matched into highly competitive residency programs across the United States, the highest number since the university’s establishment.
The NRMP match rate for Alfaisal University stands at an impressive 68%, reflecting a three-percentage-point increase from the previous year. This achievement positions Alfaisal University as the top institution in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the leading university in the Middle East for medical residency placements, significantly surpassing the seven-year average global match rate for international medical schools.
Key Highlights of the 2025 Match Season:
- A record number of matches were secured in General Surgery, encompassing both categorical and preliminary positions.
- Notably, the university celebrated its first-ever match in Interventional Radiology at Harvard University’s Massachusetts General Hospital.
- There was a remarkable increase in placements at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation.
Prestigious Institutions Where Graduates Matched Include:
- Harvard University – Massachusetts General Hospital
- Cleveland Clinic Foundation
- Mayo Clinic
- Yale University
- University of Maryland
- University of Pittsburgh
Specialties Matched:
The matched specialties include Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Pathology, Family Medicine, General Surgery, Pediatrics, Neurology, Diagnostic Radiology, and Interventional Radiology.
Congratulations to the Matched Doctors:
Internal Medicine:
- Dr. Mohamad Bakir
- Dr. Bachar Alkhalaf Albachir
- Dr. Tarek Fayoumi
- Dr. MHD Amer AlDeiry
- Dr. Ibrahim Herwis
- Dr. Abdullah Binsaeedu
- Dr. Osamah AlQassab
- Dr. Sundus Hajjar
- Dr. Salwa Aljarayhi
- Dr. Zainab Ifthikar
- Dr. Hayat Mhannayeh
- Dr. Nayef Latta
- Dr. Anas Alkhani
- Dr. Rawan Alsaoud
- Dr. Aladeen Barbour
- Dr. Yazan Chaiah
- Dr. Zahraa Al-Qassab
- Dr. Muhammad Affan Elahi
- Dr. Fatima Babiker
- Dr. Abdulaziz Eshaq
- Dr. Yasein Aswad
- Dr. Mohamed Yousif
- Dr. Chams Alkhalaf Albachir
- Dr. Eesa Nasir Bakshi
- Dr. Oudai Sahwan
- Dr. Mohammed Alaa Raslan
- Dr. Faisal Mohammed B. Alyahya
- Dr. Ayman Ahmed Faiz Cassim
- Dr. Alyaman Almiro
- Dr. Ahmed Bux
- Dr. Nariman Dyab
- Dr. Yamen Shayah
General Surgery:
- Dr. Mohanad Baroudi
- Dr. Safwan Abbasi
- Dr. Tala Abedalqader
- Dr. Abdalrahman Abuzubida
- Dr. Abdulrahman Senjab
- Dr. Saleha Abdul Rab
- Dr. Ahmed Khedr
- Dr. Abdalla Abuzubida
Pediatrics:
- Dr. Aya Alfardous Alazm
- Dr. Sana Almairi
- Dr. Badr Elwy
Neurology:
- Dr. Tasnim Elgazzar
- Dr. Hiba Qasim
- Dr. Joman Haffar
- Dr. Tala Sriwi
Family Medicine:
- Dr. Abdalhmead Aldroubi
- Dr. Museera Khan
- Dr. Hamzah Afaq Ahmad
Emergency Medicine:
- Dr. Dalia Hamdan
- Dr. Mohamad Hariri
Pathology:
- Dr. Yara Hani Farahat (UK match)
- Dr. Fawziah AlMana
- Dr. Khadijah Moustafa
Diagnostic Radiology:
- Dr. Nader Ashraf
Interventional Radiology:
- Dr. Abubakr Bajaber
This remarkable success reflects the dedication and hard work of the students, faculty, and the entire Alfaisal University community, setting a new standard for future cohorts. The university looks forward to continuing its tradition of excellence in medical education and residency placements.
