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Dr Ahmed Sami Alkatari

Paediatrics Riyadh

Dr Ahmed Sami Alkatari

9 years of experience

3,464+
Patients seen
9
Years in practice
12
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Ahmed Sami Alkatari at a glance

Dr Ahmed Sami Alkatari is a Paediatrics 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, 2013). Serves patients in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Ahmed Sami Alkatari is a respected Consultant in Paediatrics and Neonatal Intensive Care, dedicated to providing comprehensive medical care for children from birth through to adolescence. He is committed to creating a reassuring and supportive environment for his young patients and their families, ensuring they feel comfortable and understood throughout their treatment journey. Dr Alkatari focuses on a holistic approach to paediatric care, addressing not only immediate health concerns but also promoting long-term wellbeing.
His clinical practice encompasses a wide range of paediatric conditions, from common childhood illnesses to more complex medical issues requiring specialised attention. He has a particular interest in the care of premature and newborn infants requiring intensive medical support. Dr Alkatari is known for his thorough diagnostic approach and for developing individualised treatment plans tailored to the unique needs of each child.
Dr Alkatari earned his Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from the University of Aleppo in Syria. He furthered his specialisation by obtaining the Saudi Board in Paediatrics (SB-PEDs) and the Arab Board in Paediatrics (AB-PEDs). He also holds the Saudi Fellowship in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine (SF-PNM), underscoring his expertise in the care of newborns.

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

— Dr Ahmed Sami Alkatari

Education & training

  1. 2007–2013 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de Barcelona, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2013–2017 Residency · Paediatrics
    Universitat de València, Riyadh (SA)

Career & appointments

  1. 2017-09–2018-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Paediatrics

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-394625 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Paediatrics
#EB-3D8C3830 · issued 2018 · renewal 2028
Malpractice insurance: AmTrust Europe · 4,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,580
Annual physical exam 99395 330
Vaccination administration 90471 90
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,413

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 60 min in_clinic 540.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 90 min in_clinic 810.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

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

Videos

introduction · 69s
Meet Ahmed Sami Alkatari

Research & publications

h-index: 11 · i10: 5

  1. Validation of clinical scoring in Paediatrics
    Ahmed Sami Alkatari, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.1034/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 35111845 · cited by 140
  2. Long-term follow-up of Paediatrics across SA
    Ahmed Sami Alkatari, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.6790/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 36258884 · cited by 110
  3. Validation of clinical scoring in Paediatrics
    Ahmed Sami Alkatari, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.5498/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 30216819 · cited by 112
  4. Long-term follow-up of Paediatrics across SA
    Ahmed Sami Alkatari, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.2587/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 38766974 · cited by 90

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 2018
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2018
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2018

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Paediatrics
  • Awareness When should you see a paediatrics?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · ahmed.sami.alkatari@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 Sami Alkatari's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Ahmed Sami Alkatari 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.

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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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    Ahmed Sami Alkatari specialises in Paediatrics in Riyadh, SA.

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    Ahmed Sami Alkatari speaks English, Arabic.

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