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Dr Alaa Abu Sheekha

Ophthalmology Riyadh

Dr Alaa Abu Sheekha

2 years of experience

6,037+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
7
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Alaa Abu Sheekha at a glance

Dr Alaa Abu Sheekha is an Ophthalmology practitioner based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, practising at Universitat de València Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universitat de València (MD, 2020). Serves patients in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Alaa Abu Sheekha is a dedicated Optometrist with a focus on providing comprehensive eye care to her patients. She is committed to delivering a high standard of assessment and management for a variety of visual conditions, ensuring that each patient receives personalised attention and care tailored to their specific needs.
With a professional and reassuring approach, Dr Abu Sheekha strives to create a comfortable environment for her patients. She takes the time to thoroughly explain examination results and discuss all available options, empowering patients to make informed decisions about their eye health.
Dr Abu Sheekha is focused on the primary care of the visual system. Her practice involves conducting detailed eye examinations to assess vision and to detect any potential signs of eye disorders. She is skilled in determining the correct prescription for spectacles and contact lenses to improve patients' quality of life.

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

— Dr Alaa Abu Sheekha

Education & training

  1. 2014–2020 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de València, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2020–2024 Residency · Ophthalmology
    Universitat de València, Riyadh (SA)

Career & appointments

  1. 2024-09–2025-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de València Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-174748 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-EE9539CE · issued 2025 · renewal 2035
Malpractice insurance: Allianz Professional · 5,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,930
Annual physical exam 99395 228
Vaccination administration 90471 2,036
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,587

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 810.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 120 min in_clinic 540.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

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

Videos

introduction · 70s
Meet Alaa Abu Sheekha

Research & publications

h-index: 3 · i10: 2

  1. Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
    Alaa Abu Sheekha, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.9482/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 37181664 · cited by 2
  2. Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across SA
    Alaa Abu Sheekha, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.7561/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 35314631 · cited by 176

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 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 Ophthalmology
  • Awareness When should you see a ophthalmology?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · alaa.abu.sheekha@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 Abu Sheekha's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Alaa Abu Sheekha 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 Alaa Abu Sheekha 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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Frequently asked questions

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  • What does Alaa Abu Sheekha specialise in?

    Alaa Abu Sheekha specialises in Ophthalmology in Riyadh, SA.

  • What conditions does Alaa Abu Sheekha treat?

    Alaa Abu Sheekha treats conditions within Ophthalmology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Alaa Abu Sheekha practise?

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

  • What languages does Alaa Abu Sheekha speak?

    Alaa Abu Sheekha speaks English, Arabic.

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