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Dr Afaq Hamad

General Practice Buraydah

Dr Afaq Hamad

7 years of experience

8,923+
Patients seen
7
Years in practice
10
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Afaq Hamad at a glance

Dr Afaq Hamad is a General Practice practitioner based in Buraydah, Saudi Arabia, practising at UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at UAB Barcelona (MD, 2015). Serves patients in Buraydah, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Afaq Hamad is a dedicated Physician who provides comprehensive healthcare services to his patients in Saudi Arabia. He is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care, ensuring that individuals receive the appropriate medical attention for their specific needs. His approach focuses on building trust and fostering a reassuring environment for everyone he treats. In his daily practice, Dr Hamad evaluates, diagnoses, and manages a wide variety of medical conditions. He takes the time to listen to his patients, thoroughly assessing their symptoms to develop tailored treatment plans. By prioritising clear communication, he ensures that patients and their families fully understand their health status and the available therapeutic options. Dr Hamad has completed rigorous medical training and continues to engage in professional development to stay abreast of the latest advancements in medicine. He holds relevant medical qualifications and maintains active memberships in professional healthcare organisations. This ongoing commitment to education allows him to implement evidence-based practices and provide the highest standard of clinical care. With a compassionate demeanour and a strong focus on holistic well-being, Dr Hamad strives to improve the overall health outcomes of his community. He remains a steadfast advocate for preventative medicine, encouraging his patients to adopt healthy lifestyle choices that support long-term vitality and wellness.

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

— Dr Afaq Hamad

Education & training

  1. 2009–2015 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    UAB Barcelona, Buraydah (SA)
  2. 2015–2019 Residency · General Practice
    UAB Barcelona, Buraydah (SA)
  3. 2019–2020 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Cleveland Clinic, US

Career & appointments

  1. 2019-09–2020-08 Junior consultant
    UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital — General Practice

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-641982 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of General Practice
#EB-C085DAF2 · issued 2020 · renewal 2030
Malpractice insurance: Allianz Professional · 2,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 262
Annual physical exam 99395 2,832
Vaccination administration 90471 824
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,703

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 630.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 60 min in_clinic 720.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Afaq Hamad in consultation
IN OFFICE
Afaq Hamad with the team
WITH TEAM
Afaq Hamad at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 104s
Meet Afaq Hamad

Research & publications

h-index: 7 · i10: 8

  1. European registry analysis of General Practice outcomes
    Afaq Hamad, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.8052/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 32830459 · cited by 142
  2. Outcomes of General Practice in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Afaq Hamad, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.3802/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 34638887 · cited by 148
  3. European registry analysis of General Practice outcomes
    Afaq Hamad, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.4956/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 30648681 · cited by 114

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated General Practice — Buraydah · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2020
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2020
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2020

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to General Practice
  • Awareness When should you see a general practice?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · afaq.hamad@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 Afaq Hamad's Areas of Specialty

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

General Practice

Dr Afaq Hamad is one of 1,135 general practice doctors indexed in Saudi Arabia. Browse general practice doctors in Saudi Arabia →

LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Buraydah 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 Buraydah 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 Afaq Hamad specialise in?

    Afaq Hamad specialises in General Practice in Buraydah, SA.

  • What conditions does Afaq Hamad treat?

    Afaq Hamad treats conditions within General Practice. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Afaq Hamad practise?

    Afaq Hamad practises in Buraydah, SA. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Afaq Hamad speak?

    Afaq Hamad speaks English, Arabic.

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