In Saudi Arabia’s Al Ahsa region, patients now consult "Dr. Hua"—a groundbreaking AI physician who greets them on-screen. Just by entering their phone number, users begin a natural conversation where the digital doctor assesses symptoms, reviews medical history, and drafts treatment plans—all later verified by human physicians.  

Powered by cutting-edge AI from a Shanghai-based firm, this "AI-first diagnosis + human oversight" model is the world’s first live AI clinic under a major Saudi healthcare initiative. It’s a milestone: China’s smart healthcare officially enters the Arab world.  

Specializing in 30 common respiratory conditions, Dr. Hua handles everything—from symptom analysis to generating detailed reports with diagnoses, test recommendations, and treatment options. The result? Faster, smoother patient assessments.  

Human doctors act as safety guardians, approving AI suggestions in 1–2 minutes when they meet strict safety criteria. For complex cases, physicians step in immediately. This hybrid model combines AI efficiency with human expertise, ensuring both speed and precision in care.