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Dr Afia Arif

Ophthalmology Dammam

Dr Afia Arif

5 years of experience

1,731+
Patients seen
5
Years in practice
11
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Afia Arif at a glance

Dr Afia Arif is an Ophthalmology practitioner based in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, practising at Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad de Sevilla (MD, 2017). Serves patients in Dammam, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Afia Arif is a dedicated Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, committed to providing comprehensive care for women at every stage of life. She offers a patient-centred approach, ensuring that individuals feel heard and understood. Dr Arif focuses on creating a reassuring and supportive environment for all patients.
Her practice encompasses a wide range of women's health services. Dr Arif is skilled in managing various gynaecological conditions and providing guidance on family planning and reproductive health. She is dedicated to staying informed about the latest advancements in her field to offer effective care.
Dr Arif provides thorough consultations and develops personalised care plans tailored to each patient's unique needs and health goals. Her approach is grounded in clear communication, empowering patients to make well-informed decisions about their health and well-being.

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

— Dr Afia Arif

Education & training

  1. 2011–2017 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Sevilla, Dammam (SA)
  2. 2017–2021 Residency · Ophthalmology
    Universitat de València, Dammam (SA)

Career & appointments

  1. 2021-09–2022-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-272055 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-04F228A2 · issued 2022 · renewal 2032
Malpractice insurance: Generali Healthcare · 1,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,959
Annual physical exam 99395 57
Vaccination administration 90471 1,009
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,142

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 270.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 60 min in_clinic 360.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Afia Arif in consultation
IN OFFICE
Afia Arif with the team
WITH TEAM
Afia Arif at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 88s
Meet Afia Arif

Research & publications

h-index: 20 · i10: 7

  1. Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across SA
    Afia Arif, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.3605/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 37827594 · cited by 55
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
    Afia Arif, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.7087/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 39734909 · cited by 93
  3. Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across SA
    Afia Arif, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.3431/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 38816013 · cited by 11
  4. Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
    Afia Arif, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.6615/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 36360637 · cited by 201

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Ophthalmology — Dammam · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2022
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2022
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2022

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Ophthalmology
  • Awareness When should you see a ophthalmology?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · afia.arif@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 Afia Arif's Areas of Specialty

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

Ophthalmology

Eye care including refractive surgery, cataracts, glaucoma, retinal disease and paediatric vision.

Dr Afia Arif is one of 609 ophthalmology doctors indexed in Saudi Arabia. Browse ophthalmology doctors in Saudi Arabia →

LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Dammam 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 Dammam 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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Frequently asked questions

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  • What does Afia Arif specialise in?

    Afia Arif specialises in Ophthalmology in Dammam, SA.

  • What conditions does Afia Arif treat?

    Afia Arif treats conditions within Ophthalmology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Afia Arif practise?

    Afia Arif practises in Dammam, SA. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Afia Arif speak?

    Afia Arif speaks English, Arabic.

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