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Dr Ammar Eskander

General Surgery Al-Kharj

Dr Ammar Eskander

14 years of experience

9,486+
Patients seen
14
Years in practice
14
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Ammar Eskander at a glance

Dr Ammar Eskander is a General Surgery practitioner based in Al-Kharj, 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, 2008). Serves patients in Al-Kharj, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Ammar Eskander is a dedicated General Surgeon serving patients at Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Hospital in Al-Kharj, Saudi Arabia. With a robust background in surgical interventions, he specialises in the management of complex trauma and acute abdominal conditions. His practice is grounded in evidence-based medicine, ensuring that every procedure is performed with the utmost precision to optimise patient recovery and safety.
In addition to his clinical duties, Dr Eskander is an active contributor to medical research, specifically within the field of trauma surgery and surgical techniques. He has co-authored studies focusing on damage control surgery for severe liver trauma and the optimisation of wound closure to prevent complications such as dehiscence. This academic involvement allows him to apply the latest scientific findings directly to his surgical practice, providing patients with modern and effective treatment options.
Dr Eskander approaches patient care with a focus on clear communication and reassurance. He is committed to guiding patients through their surgical journey, from the initial consultation to post-operative recovery. His expertise in handling emergency surgical cases and his attention to detail in wound management make him a valued member of the surgical team.

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

— Dr Ammar Eskander

Education & training

  1. 2002–2008 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    UAB Barcelona, Al-Kharj (SA)
  2. 2008–2012 Residency · General Surgery
    UAB Barcelona, Al-Kharj (SA)
  3. 2012–2013 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Royal Marsden London, UK

Career & appointments

  1. 2012-09–2013-08 Junior consultant
    UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital — General Surgery

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-584230 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of General Surgery
#EB-55E19605 · issued 2013 · renewal 2023
Malpractice insurance: AXA Healthcare Liability · 2,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 706
Annual physical exam 99395 1,092
Vaccination administration 90471 652
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,099

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 120 min in_clinic 360.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 30 min in_clinic 270.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Ammar Eskander in consultation
IN OFFICE
Ammar Eskander with the team
WITH TEAM
Ammar Eskander at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 97s
Meet Ammar Eskander

Research & publications

h-index: 15 · i10: 6

  1. European registry analysis of General Surgery outcomes
    Ammar Eskander, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.6514/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 38002506 · cited by 10
  2. Outcomes of General Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Ammar Eskander, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.7064/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 30222111 · cited by 96
  3. European registry analysis of General Surgery outcomes
    Ammar Eskander, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.7190/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 32828440 · cited by 70
  4. Outcomes of General Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Ammar Eskander, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2022
    DOI: 10.7431/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 30911065 · cited by 60

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

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

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2013
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2013
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2013

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 · ammar.eskander@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 Ammar Eskander's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Ammar Eskander 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 Al-Kharj 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 Al-Kharj 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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