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Dr Afnan Hasanain

Dermatology Riyadh

Dr Afnan Hasanain

6 years of experience

2,741+
Patients seen
6
Years in practice
8
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Afnan Hasanain at a glance

Dr Afnan Hasanain is a Dermatology practitioner based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, practising at Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on dermatology consultation, full-body mole mapping, biopsy (skin), cryotherapy lesion, mohs surgery. Educated at Universitat de Barcelona (MD, 2016). Serves patients in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Afnan Hasanain is a highly skilled Consultant Dermatologist and Internist who is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care. With a compassionate and reassuring approach, she focuses on delivering comprehensive medical and dermatological treatments tailored to the unique needs of each individual. Her commitment to clinical excellence ensures that patients receive the highest standard of care in a supportive environment.
She completed her medical education at King Abdulaziz University College of Medicine and Allied Sciences, where she qualified as a Doctor in 2007. Since then, she has continually advanced her medical knowledge and clinical skills, staying at the forefront of modern medical practices. She is actively involved in medical research, contributing to academic publications that enhance the understanding of complex dermatological and systemic conditions.
As a dedicated Dermatologist and Internist, Dr Hasanain has a broad range of clinical interests. She specialises in the diagnosis and management of various skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis, acne, and skin cancer. Furthermore, she has a particular clinical interest in rare genetic hair abnormalities, ectodermal dysplasia, and scleromyxedema. Her dual expertise allows her to approach patient health holistically, addressing both internal medical issues and their dermatological manifestations.

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

— Dr Afnan Hasanain

Education & training

  1. 2010–2016 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de Barcelona, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2016–2020 Residency · Dermatology
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Riyadh (SA)
  3. 2020–2021 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Karolinska Stockholm, SE

Career & appointments

  1. 2020-09–2021-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Dermatology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-324344 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Dermatology
#EB-0854DD46 · issued 2021 · renewal 2031
Malpractice insurance: Allianz Professional · 2,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
Dermatology consultation 99203 2,005
Full-body mole mapping 96904 633
Biopsy (skin) 11102 1,332
Cryotherapy lesion 17000 111
Mohs surgery 17311 1,597
Laser hair removal 17999 2,601

Services & pricing

ServiceDurationModalityPrice
New patient consultation (60m) 60 min in_clinic|telemed 190.00 EUR
Follow-up consultation (30m) 30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone 95.00 EUR
Biopsy (skin) 60 min in_clinic 285.00 EUR
Cryotherapy lesion 90 min in_clinic 760.00 EUR
Mohs surgery 30 min in_clinic 190.00 EUR
Laser hair removal 30 min in_clinic 570.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Afnan Hasanain in consultation
IN OFFICE
Afnan Hasanain with the team
WITH TEAM
Afnan Hasanain at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 142s
Meet Afnan Hasanain

Research & publications

h-index: 15 · i10: 10

  1. Outcomes of Dermatology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Afnan Hasanain, et al. · British Journal of Dermatology, 2025
    DOI: 10.8790/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 31048273 · cited by 124
  2. European registry analysis of Dermatology outcomes
    Afnan Hasanain, et al. · British Journal of Dermatology, 2024
    DOI: 10.2418/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 35461433 · cited by 70
  3. Outcomes of Dermatology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Afnan Hasanain, et al. · Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 2023
    DOI: 10.5340/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 33371333 · cited by 152

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Dermatology — Riyadh · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (EADV) — Member · Since 2021
  • International Society of Dermatology — Member · Since 2021
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2021

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Dermatology
  • Awareness When should you see a dermatology?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · afnan.hasanain@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 Afnan Hasanain's Areas of Specialty

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

Dermatology

Skin, hair and nail conditions including acne, eczema, psoriasis, mole checks and skin-cancer screening.

Dr Afnan Hasanain is one of 514 dermatology doctors indexed in Saudi Arabia. Browse dermatology doctors in Saudi Arabia →

LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Riyadh 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 Riyadh 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 Afnan Hasanain specialise in?

    Afnan Hasanain specialises in Dermatology in Riyadh, SA.

  • What conditions does Afnan Hasanain treat?

    Afnan Hasanain treats conditions within Dermatology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Afnan Hasanain practise?

    Afnan Hasanain practises in Riyadh, SA. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Afnan Hasanain speak?

    Afnan Hasanain speaks English, Arabic.

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