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Dr Ahmed Abdelaal

Ophthalmology Riyadh

Dr Ahmed Abdelaal

2 years of experience

7,981+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
13
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Ahmed Abdelaal at a glance

Dr Ahmed Abdelaal is an Ophthalmology practitioner based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, practising at Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universitat de Barcelona (MD, 2020). Serves patients in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Ahmed Abdelaal is a dedicated Consultant Ophthalmologist based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. He currently holds a position at King Khalid University Hospital, where he provides expert care for patients with various eye conditions. With a strong commitment to clinical excellence, Dr Abdelaal specialises in the diagnosis and surgical management of complex ocular disorders, ensuring that his patients receive the highest standard of treatment available within the region.
His primary areas of clinical focus include diseases of the cornea and the anterior segment of the eye. Dr Abdelaal is highly skilled in performing advanced surgical procedures, including cataract surgery and refractive surgeries designed to correct vision and reduce dependency on glasses or contact lenses. He also possesses significant expertise in the management of keratoconus, utilising modern techniques to stabilise the condition and improve visual outcomes for his patients.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr Abdelaal is actively involved in medical research and academia. He has contributed to the field of ophthalmology through publications in peer-reviewed journals, exploring topics such as corneal tomography and surgical outcomes. This engagement with the latest scientific developments allows him to integrate evidence-based methods into his daily practice, offering patients up-to-date and effective therapeutic options.

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

— Dr Ahmed Abdelaal

Education & training

  1. 2014–2020 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de Barcelona, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2020–2024 Residency · Ophthalmology
    Universidad de Navarra, Riyadh (SA)

Career & appointments

  1. 2024-09–2025-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-380265 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-9274C373 · issued 2025 · renewal 2035
Malpractice insurance: HDI Global · 2,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,109
Annual physical exam 99395 1,427
Vaccination administration 90471 1,155
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,068

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

Office, team & in practice

Ahmed Abdelaal in consultation
IN OFFICE
Ahmed Abdelaal with the team
WITH TEAM
Ahmed Abdelaal at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 70s
Meet Ahmed Abdelaal

Research & publications

h-index: 6 · i10: 11

  1. Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across SA
    Ahmed Abdelaal, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.2539/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 37477925 · cited by 165
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
    Ahmed Abdelaal, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.9068/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 38020178 · cited by 47
  3. Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across SA
    Ahmed Abdelaal, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.4161/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 36945646 · cited by 33
  4. Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
    Ahmed Abdelaal, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.8649/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 36101100 · cited by 11

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

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

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2025
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2025
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2025

Articles by this doctor

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

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · ahmed.abdelaal@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 Ahmed Abdelaal's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Ahmed Abdelaal 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 Ahmed Abdelaal is one of 609 ophthalmology doctors indexed in Saudi Arabia. Browse ophthalmology 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 Ahmed Abdelaal specialise in?

    Ahmed Abdelaal specialises in Ophthalmology in Riyadh, SA.

  • What conditions does Ahmed Abdelaal treat?

    Ahmed Abdelaal treats conditions within Ophthalmology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Ahmed Abdelaal practise?

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

  • What languages does Ahmed Abdelaal speak?

    Ahmed Abdelaal speaks English, Arabic.

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