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Dr Ahmad Dakkak

General Surgery Riyadh

Dr Ahmad Dakkak

8 years of experience

8,552+
Patients seen
8
Years in practice
3
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Ahmad Dakkak at a glance

Dr Ahmad Dakkak is a General Surgery practitioner based in Riyadh, 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, 2014). Serves patients in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Ahmad Dakkak is a dedicated Consultant Cardiologist with a focus on providing comprehensive care for patients with a wide range of heart conditions. He is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care, ensuring that each patient is treated with respect and compassion. Dr Dakkak takes a thorough and meticulous approach to diagnosis and treatment, utilising the latest medical advancements to achieve the best possible outcomes for his patients.
His clinical practice is built on a foundation of clear communication, and he ensures that patients and their families are fully informed and involved in the decision-making process regarding their care. Dr Dakkak is known for his reassuring and professional manner, which helps to put patients at ease during what can be a stressful time. He is dedicated to the long-term well-being of his patients, providing ongoing support and management for chronic conditions.
Dr Dakkak obtained his medical degree from a prestigious university before completing extensive postgraduate training in cardiology at a leading medical institution. He is a member of several international cardiology societies, reflecting his commitment to staying at the forefront of his field. His dedication to continuous professional development ensures that his patients receive the most current and effective treatments available.

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

— Dr Ahmad Dakkak

Education & training

  1. 2008–2014 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2014–2018 Residency · General Surgery
    UAB Barcelona, Riyadh (SA)
  3. 2018–2019 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Cleveland Clinic, US

Career & appointments

  1. 2018-09–2019-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital — General Surgery

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-450049 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of General Surgery
#EB-E73C936C · issued 2019 · renewal 2029
Malpractice insurance: Allianz Professional · 5,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,408
Annual physical exam 99395 2,190
Vaccination administration 90471 462
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 297

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 30 min in_clinic 540.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 120 min in_clinic 810.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Ahmad Dakkak in consultation
IN OFFICE
Ahmad Dakkak with the team
WITH TEAM
Ahmad Dakkak at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 149s
Meet Ahmad Dakkak

Research & publications

h-index: 10 · i10: 4

  1. European registry analysis of General Surgery outcomes
    Ahmad Dakkak, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.7571/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 33709955 · cited by 104
  2. Outcomes of General Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Ahmad Dakkak, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.7573/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 34268600 · cited by 194
  3. European registry analysis of General Surgery outcomes
    Ahmad Dakkak, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.9689/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 33226772 · cited by 76

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

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

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2019
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2019
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2019

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to General Surgery
  • Awareness When should you see a general surgery?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · ahmad.dakkak@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 Ahmad Dakkak's Areas of Specialty

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

General Surgery

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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 Ahmad Dakkak specialise in?

    Ahmad Dakkak specialises in General Surgery in Riyadh, SA.

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    Ahmad Dakkak treats conditions within General Surgery. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Ahmad Dakkak practise?

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

  • What languages does Ahmad Dakkak speak?

    Ahmad Dakkak speaks English, Arabic.

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