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Dr Ahmed El Watidy
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Dr Ahmed El Watidy

Cardiothoracic Surgery · Jeddah

👤 5 years of experience

13,142+ Patients seen
5 Years in practice
12 Publications
2 Languages spoken

About

Dr Ahmed El Watidy is a highly experienced Senior Consultant Cardiac Surgeon with a distinguished career in adult cardiothoracic surgery. He specialises in the management of complex heart conditions, offering expertise in both traditional and minimally invasive surgical techniques. His clinical practice focuses on delivering advanced cardiac care, including the treatment of coronary artery disease, valvular heart defects, and heart failure, ensuring that patients receive tailored interventions suited to their specific medical needs.
His extensive medical education spans several continents. Dr El Watidy obtained his MBChB and Master of Surgery from Alexandria University before completing his Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS) in Edinburgh. He further advanced his qualifications with a PhD in Cardiothoracic Surgery from Ain Shams University and a Post-Doctorate Cardiovascular Fellowship at the Medical College of Virginia in the USA. He is an active member of prominent professional bodies, including the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS), the European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery (EACTS), and the International Society of Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery (ISMICS).
Dr El Watidy possesses a broad range of surgical skills, with a particular interest in valve repair and replacement, including transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI). He is also proficient in performing coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), aortic aneurysm surgery, and surgical ablation for atrial fibrillation. His dedication to innovation in cardiac care is evident in his application of minimally invasive approaches to mitral and tricuspid valve surgeries, aiming to reduce recovery times and improve patient outcomes.

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

— Dr Ahmed El Watidy

Education & training

  1. 2011–2017 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de Barcelona, Jeddah (SA)
  2. 2017–2021 Residency · Cardiothoracic Surgery
    UAB Barcelona, Jeddah (SA)
  3. 2021–2022 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Karolinska Stockholm, SE

Career & appointments

  1. 2021-09–2022-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Cardiothoracic Surgery

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-140756 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Cardiothoracic Surgery
#EB-6B83018E · issued 2022 · renewal 2032
Malpractice insurance: AmTrust Europe · 4,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 73
Annual physical exam 99395 1,775
Vaccination administration 90471 1,527
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 680

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 270.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 120 min in_clinic 360.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

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

Videos

introduction · 75s
Meet Ahmed El Watidy

Research & publications

h-index: 11 · i10: 11

  1. European registry analysis of Cardiothoracic Surgery outcomes
    Ahmed El Watidy, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.4511/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 30913607 · cited by 41
  2. Outcomes of Cardiothoracic Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Ahmed El Watidy, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.6955/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 38179714 · cited by 147

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Cardiothoracic Surgery — Jeddah · 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 Cardiothoracic Surgery 2026-03-20 · 7 min read
  • Awareness When should you see a cardiothoracic surgery? 2026-01-19 · 7 min read

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · ahmed.el.watidy@euroclinics.example

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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.

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