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Dr Abdullah Al Dhafian

Paediatrics Jeddah

Dr Abdullah Al Dhafian

4 years of experience

10,631+
Patients seen
4
Years in practice
5
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Abdullah Al Dhafian at a glance

Dr Abdullah Al Dhafian is a Paediatrics practitioner based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, practising at Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad Complutense de Madrid (MD, 2018). Serves patients in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Abdullah Al Dhafian is a dedicated medical professional committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred care. He focuses on creating a reassuring and supportive environment for individuals and their families, ensuring that they feel heard and respected throughout their medical journey. Dr Al Dhafian is committed to upholding the highest standards of medical practice.
His approach to healthcare is built on a foundation of clear communication and empathy. Dr Al Dhafian takes the time to ensure patients fully understand their health status and any proposed treatments, empowering them to be active participants in their own care. He is dedicated to fostering a relationship of trust and mutual respect with every patient he sees.
Dr Al Dhafian is a valued member of the medical community, known for his professional and considerate manner. His primary goal is to achieve the best possible health outcomes for his patients, guiding them with compassion and expertise through their healthcare needs.

“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”

— Dr Abdullah Al Dhafian

Education & training

  1. 2012–2018 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Jeddah (SA)
  2. 2018–2022 Residency · Paediatrics
    Universidad de Sevilla, Jeddah (SA)
  3. 2022–2023 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Charité Berlin, DE

Career & appointments

  1. 2022-09–2023-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital — Paediatrics

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-32125 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Paediatrics
#EB-DEDDD8CB · issued 2023 · renewal 2033
Malpractice insurance: AmTrust Europe · 5,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,222
Annual physical exam 99395 2,568
Vaccination administration 90471 2,488
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,119

Services & pricing

ServiceDurationModalityPrice
New patient consultation (60m) 60 min in_clinic|telemed 180.00 EUR
Follow-up consultation (30m) 30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone 90.00 EUR
Vaccination administration 90 min in_clinic 720.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 60 min in_clinic 630.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Abdullah Al Dhafian in consultation
IN OFFICE
Abdullah Al Dhafian with the team
WITH TEAM
Abdullah Al Dhafian at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 76s
Meet Abdullah Al Dhafian

Research & publications

h-index: 16 · i10: 13

  1. Outcomes of Paediatrics in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Abdullah Al Dhafian, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.2255/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 34681631 · cited by 102
  2. European registry analysis of Paediatrics outcomes
    Abdullah Al Dhafian, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.3451/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 36655434 · cited by 12

Invited talks

  • Practical updates in Paediatrics European Annual Congress (Paediatrics) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in Paediatrics National Society Meeting · Jeddah · 2023 · oral abstract

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Paediatrics — Jeddah · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2023
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2023
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2023

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Paediatrics
  • Awareness When should you see a paediatrics?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · abdullah.al.dhafian@euroclinics.example

Location

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Recent reviews

  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
    Anna B.
  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
    Marco V.
  • ★★★★☆ ✓ Verified
    Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
    Helena F.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Dr Abdullah Al Dhafian's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Abdullah Al Dhafian treats, with the size of the national pool of Saudi Arabia doctors offering the same care.

Paediatrics

Infant, child and adolescent health — growth, vaccinations, common childhood illnesses and developmental concerns.

Dr Abdullah Al Dhafian is one of 824 paediatrics doctors indexed in Saudi Arabia. Browse paediatrics doctors in Saudi Arabia →

LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Jeddah matters

Medical practice in Saudi Arabia is governed by country-specific licensing, professional standards, and patient-safety regulations. Practitioners listed here are registered with the relevant Saudi Arabia medical authority and operate within national rules on scope of practice, prescribing rights, and continuing professional development. Care delivered in Jeddah carries the additional benefits of local language support, in-person follow-up, and direct coordination with regional hospitals and labs. A verified profile means EuroClinics has cross-checked the practitioner or clinic against an official source (national medical register, public licence database, or the practitioner themselves), and that the data shown here matches that source as of the last verification date above.

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  • What does Abdullah Al Dhafian specialise in?

    Abdullah Al Dhafian specialises in Paediatrics in Jeddah, SA.

  • What conditions does Abdullah Al Dhafian treat?

    Abdullah Al Dhafian treats conditions within Paediatrics. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Abdullah Al Dhafian practise?

    Abdullah Al Dhafian practises in Jeddah, SA. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Abdullah Al Dhafian speak?

    Abdullah Al Dhafian speaks English, Arabic.

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