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Dr Ahmed Sobhy

Ophthalmology Riyadh

Dr Ahmed Sobhy

5 years of experience

4,983+
Patients seen
5
Years in practice
7
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Ahmed Sobhy at a glance

Dr Ahmed Sobhy is an Ophthalmology practitioner based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, practising at Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad de Sevilla (MD, 2017). Serves patients in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Ahmed Sobhy is a highly experienced Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon with a specialisation in retinal and vitreous surgery. He is dedicated to providing comprehensive and precise eye care, utilising advanced surgical techniques to achieve the best possible visual outcomes for his patients, while prioritising their safety and comfort.
His areas of expertise include managing conditions related to the retina and vitreous, performing cataract surgery, and vision correction procedures. Dr Sobhy also has experience in strabismus surgery, oculoplastic (eye plastic) surgery, and addressing lacrimal (tear drainage) system disorders.
Dr Sobhy holds a Doctorate in Ophthalmology and is a Professor of Ophthalmology at the Faculty of Medicine, Al-Azhar University. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England, a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Glasgow, and a Fellow of the World Council of Ophthalmology, reflecting his commitment to the highest international clinical standards.

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

— Dr Ahmed Sobhy

Education & training

  1. 2011–2017 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Sevilla, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2017–2021 Residency · Ophthalmology
    Universidad de Navarra, Riyadh (SA)

Career & appointments

  1. 2021-09–2022-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-234056 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-9AC8EE2D · issued 2022 · renewal 2032
Malpractice insurance: HDI Global · 2,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,183
Annual physical exam 99395 1,841
Vaccination administration 90471 1,241
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,382

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

Office, team & in practice

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

Videos

introduction · 98s
Meet Ahmed Sobhy

Research & publications

h-index: 6 · i10: 13

  1. Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
    Ahmed Sobhy, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.5859/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 33847183 · cited by 151
  2. Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across SA
    Ahmed Sobhy, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.8078/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 31571151 · cited by 93
  3. Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
    Ahmed Sobhy, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.6790/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 35541478 · cited by 91
  4. Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across SA
    Ahmed Sobhy, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.6968/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 34362000 · cited by 161

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 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 Ophthalmology
  • Awareness When should you see a ophthalmology?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · ahmed.sobhy.1@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 Sobhy's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Ahmed Sobhy 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 Sobhy 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 Sobhy specialise in?

    Ahmed Sobhy specialises in Ophthalmology in Riyadh, SA.

  • What conditions does Ahmed Sobhy treat?

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

  • Where does Ahmed Sobhy practise?

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

  • What languages does Ahmed Sobhy speak?

    Ahmed Sobhy speaks English, Arabic.

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