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Dr Alaa Abdellah

General Surgery Riyadh

Dr Alaa Abdellah

13 years of experience

9,535+
Patients seen
13
Years in practice
10
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Alaa Abdellah at a glance

Dr Alaa Abdellah is a General Surgery practitioner based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, practising at Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad Complutense de Madrid (MD, 2009). Serves patients in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Alaa Abdellah is a dedicated medical professional currently practising at Family Care Hospital in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. With a steadfast commitment to patient well-being, he provides comprehensive medical care tailored to the individual needs of each patient. His approach combines evidence-based medicine with a compassionate, patient-centred focus, ensuring that all individuals receive the highest standard of treatment within a supportive environment.
In his role at Family Care Hospital, Dr Abdellah works collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to diagnose and manage a diverse range of health conditions. He places a strong emphasis on preventive care and health education, empowering patients to take an active role in their own recovery and long-term wellness. His clinical practice is characterised by thorough assessments and the development of personalised treatment plans that address both acute concerns and chronic health requirements.
Dr Abdellah is known for his professional demeanour and his ability to communicate complex medical information with clarity and empathy. He continuously updates his professional knowledge to stay abreast of the latest advancements in medical science, ensuring that his patients benefit from modern and effective therapeutic strategies. His dedication to clinical excellence makes him a valued member of the medical community in Riyadh.

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

— Dr Alaa Abdellah

Education & training

  1. 2003–2009 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2009–2013 Residency · General Surgery
    UAB Barcelona, Riyadh (SA)
  3. 2013–2014 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Cleveland Clinic, US

Career & appointments

  1. 2013-09–2014-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital — General Surgery

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-19297 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of General Surgery
#EB-3826FDB0 · issued 2014 · renewal 2024
Malpractice insurance: AmTrust Europe · 4,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 645
Annual physical exam 99395 2,603
Vaccination administration 90471 2,795
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 348

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 90 min in_clinic 450.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 60 min in_clinic 180.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Alaa Abdellah in consultation
IN OFFICE
Alaa Abdellah with the team
WITH TEAM
Alaa Abdellah at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 76s
Meet Alaa Abdellah

Research & publications

h-index: 17 · i10: 4

  1. European registry analysis of General Surgery outcomes
    Alaa Abdellah, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.5622/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 37733059 · cited by 141
  2. Outcomes of General Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Alaa Abdellah, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.6007/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 35170549 · cited by 23
  3. European registry analysis of General Surgery outcomes
    Alaa Abdellah, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.7010/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 38079155 · cited by 193

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

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

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2014
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2014
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2014

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to General Surgery
  • Awareness When should you see a general surgery?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · alaa.abdellah@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 Alaa Abdellah's Areas of Specialty

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

General Surgery

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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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  • What does Alaa Abdellah specialise in?

    Alaa Abdellah specialises in General Surgery in Riyadh, SA.

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    Alaa Abdellah treats conditions within General Surgery. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Alaa Abdellah practise?

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

  • What languages does Alaa Abdellah speak?

    Alaa Abdellah speaks English, Arabic.

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