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Dr Ahmed Elwy

Paediatrics Riyadh

Dr Ahmed Elwy

2 years of experience

7,635+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
5
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Ahmed Elwy at a glance

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

About

Dr Ahmed Elwy is a highly experienced Consultant Paediatric Cardiac Surgeon based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. With a dedicated focus on surgical interventions for children, he possesses extensive expertise in managing complex congenital heart defects. He serves patients at a prominent tertiary cardiac care facility, where he leads surgical teams in performing life-saving procedures for neonates, infants, and children.
His professional background includes rigorous specialist training and international exposure. Dr Elwy holds the Jordanian Board in Cardiac Surgery and has refined his surgical skills through advanced practice in Ireland, specifically in Dublin. This global experience has equipped him with a deep understanding of diverse surgical techniques and perioperative care standards required for high-risk paediatric cases.
In his clinical practice, Dr Elwy specialises in a wide range of reconstructive heart surgeries. His expertise encompasses the repair of Tetralogy of Fallot, atrioventricular septal defects, and complex single-ventricle palliation procedures such as the Glenn and Fontan operations. He is also proficient in valve repair and aortic root surgery, ensuring comprehensive care for young patients with structural heart conditions.

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

— Dr Ahmed Elwy

Education & training

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

Career & appointments

  1. 2024-09–2025-08 Junior consultant
    UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Paediatrics

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-372717 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Paediatrics
#EB-8005A15D · issued 2025 · renewal 2035
Malpractice insurance: Allianz Professional · 1,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 969
Annual physical exam 99395 2,279
Vaccination administration 90471 1,791
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 640

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 180.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 120 min in_clinic 450.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

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

Videos

introduction · 88s
Meet Ahmed Elwy

Research & publications

h-index: 6 · i10: 6

  1. Validation of clinical scoring in Paediatrics
    Ahmed Elwy, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.5055/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 35330532 · cited by 193
  2. Long-term follow-up of Paediatrics across SA
    Ahmed Elwy, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.4741/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 39604692 · cited by 51

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Paediatrics — 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 Paediatrics
  • Awareness When should you see a paediatrics?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · ahmed.elwy@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 Elwy's Areas of Specialty

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

Paediatrics

Infant, child and adolescent health — growth, vaccinations, common childhood illnesses and developmental concerns.

Dr Ahmed Elwy is one of 824 paediatrics doctors indexed in Saudi Arabia. Browse paediatrics 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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Frequently asked questions

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  • What does Ahmed Elwy specialise in?

    Ahmed Elwy specialises in Paediatrics in Riyadh, SA.

  • What conditions does Ahmed Elwy treat?

    Ahmed Elwy treats conditions within Paediatrics. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Ahmed Elwy practise?

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

  • What languages does Ahmed Elwy speak?

    Ahmed Elwy speaks English, Arabic.

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