Crisis Management in Saudi Arabia Emergency Medicine: How Emergency Medicine, Emergency Medical Services, and Emergency Medical Technicians Are Adapting to Overwhelming Demand and Rising Patient Needs

Abstract

The emergency medicine landscape in Saudi Arabia is facing unprecedented challenges due to surging patient demands and rising acuity of care needs. Emergency Medicine (EM), Emergency Medical Services (EMS), and Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) are adapting through innovative strategies, including workforce training, technology integration, and systemic reforms. Despite progress, issues such as resource constraints, burnout, and logistical inefficiencies persist. This review explores the adaptive measures implemented by EM stakeholders in Saudi Arabia and provides actionable recommendations for building resilience and enhancing patient outcomes in an increasingly strained healthcare system.