Trust score 8/100
Dr Abdullah Dhawi Al-Otaibi
👤 15 years of experience
13,144+
Patients seen
15
Years in practice
4
Publications
2
Languages spoken
About
Dr Abdullah Saad Al-Otaibi is a highly qualified Cardiothoracic Surgeon with a focus on providing comprehensive and patient-centred care. He is dedicated to employing advanced surgical techniques to ensure the best possible outcomes for individuals with a range of cardiac conditions. Dr Al-Otaibi maintains a professional and reassuring approach, ensuring patients are well-informed and comfortable throughout their treatment journey.
His clinical practice is grounded in a commitment to excellence and the highest standards of surgical care. Dr Al-Otaibi has a particular interest in minimally invasive procedures, which can offer patients benefits such as smaller incisions and potentially faster recovery times. He is skilled in a variety of complex cardiac operations, addressing both common and rare heart problems with precision and expertise.
Dr Al-Otaibi completed his postgraduate medical education in Canada, where he undertook extensive training. He earned a Master's degree in Health Research Methodology from McMaster University, followed by a residency in Cardiac Surgery at the same institution. He further honed his skills through an Advanced Cardiac Surgery Fellowship at Dalhousie University and a Fellowship in Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) at Western University. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC).
He is an active member of the international medical community and holds memberships with the Cardiothoracic Surgery Network and the European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery.
His clinical practice is grounded in a commitment to excellence and the highest standards of surgical care. Dr Al-Otaibi has a particular interest in minimally invasive procedures, which can offer patients benefits such as smaller incisions and potentially faster recovery times. He is skilled in a variety of complex cardiac operations, addressing both common and rare heart problems with precision and expertise.
Dr Al-Otaibi completed his postgraduate medical education in Canada, where he undertook extensive training. He earned a Master's degree in Health Research Methodology from McMaster University, followed by a residency in Cardiac Surgery at the same institution. He further honed his skills through an Advanced Cardiac Surgery Fellowship at Dalhousie University and a Fellowship in Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) at Western University. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC).
He is an active member of the international medical community and holds memberships with the Cardiothoracic Surgery Network and the European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr Abdullah Dhawi Al-Otaibi
Education & training
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2001–2007 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2007–2011 Residency · Cardiology
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2011–2012 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Career & appointments
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2011-09–2012-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Cardiology
Malpractice insurance:
HDI Global · 3,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiac consultation | 99244 | 512 |
| Echocardiogram | 93306 | 2,295 |
| Stress test | 93015 | 577 |
| Holter monitor | 93225 | 780 |
| Coronary angiography | 93454 | 2,315 |
| PCI / coronary stent | 92928 | 2,437 |
| Pacemaker implantation | 33208 | 1,598 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| New patient consultation (60m) | 60 min | in_clinic|telemed | 240.00 EUR |
| Follow-up consultation (30m) | 30 min | in_clinic|telemed|phone | 120.00 EUR |
| Stress test | 120 min | in_clinic | 720.00 EUR |
| Holter monitor | 90 min | in_clinic | 360.00 EUR |
| Coronary angiography | 60 min | in_clinic | 480.00 EUR |
| PCI / coronary stent | 120 min | in_clinic | 240.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 15 · i10: 10
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European registry analysis of Cardiology outcomes
DOI: 10.2629/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 38408801 · cited by 26
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Outcomes of Cardiology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.2813/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 37015706 · cited by 136
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European registry analysis of Cardiology outcomes
DOI: 10.2407/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 34589825 · cited by 150
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Outcomes of Cardiology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.9542/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 36285149 · cited by 116
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Cardiology European Annual Congress (Cardiology) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Cardiology National Society Meeting · Dammam · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Cardiology — Dammam · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
Society memberships
- European Society of Cardiology (ESC) — Member · Since 2012
- American Heart Association (AHA) — Member · Since 2012
- EAPCI — Member · Since 2012
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2012
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Cardiology
- Awareness When should you see a cardiology?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · abdullah.dhawi.al.otaibi@euroclinics.example
Location
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Recent reviews
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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★★★★☆ ✓ Verified Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
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