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Physicians' Knowledge and Practice Regarding Multiple Sclerosis (MS) in Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectional Study.
Mahmoud S Abdallah1, Rania Mahafdeh2, Bayan Ziyad Alrubayyi3,4
1Department of PharmD, Faculty of Pharmacy, Jadara University, Irbid, Jordan.
Journal of Multidisciplinary Healthcare
|April 27, 2026
Summary
Physicians in Saudi Arabia show moderate knowledge and practice in multiple sclerosis (MS) care but lack confidence. MS-specific training and experience significantly improve physician knowledge and practice for better patient outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Clinical Practice
- Healthcare Management
Background:
- Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic, progressive central nervous system disorder.
- MS is characterized by immune-mediated inflammation, demyelination, and escalating disability.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the current knowledge and practices of physicians concerning multiple sclerosis (MS) care within Saudi Arabia.
- To identify factors influencing physicians' knowledge, practice, and confidence levels in managing MS patients.
Main Methods:
- An observational, cross-sectional study was conducted with licensed physicians in Saudi Arabia.
- Data collection involved a content-validated questionnaire administered via Google Forms.
- Descriptive statistics and multivariate regression analyses were employed to analyze the data.
Main Results:
- A total of 220 physicians participated, revealing average scores of 12.9/25 for knowledge, 18.3/35 for practice, and 49.11/100 for self-confidence.
- MS-specific certification, subspecialty training, and clinical experience were identified as significant predictors for enhanced knowledge and practice.
- Higher scores in knowledge, practice, and confidence were strongly associated with MS subspecialization, certification, and years of clinical experience.
Conclusions:
- Physicians in Saudi Arabia exhibit moderate knowledge and practice in MS care, with notable deficiencies in confidence, particularly among non-specialists and less experienced clinicians.
- Achieving higher levels of knowledge and practice in MS care is significantly influenced by MS-specific certification, subspecialty training, and extensive clinical experience.
