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Dr Azza Alafifi

Cardiology Riyadh

Dr Azza Alafifi

6 years of experience

6,495+
Patients seen
6
Years in practice
7
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Azza Alafifi at a glance

Dr Azza Alafifi is a Cardiology practitioner based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, practising at UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on cardiac consultation, echocardiogram, stress test, holter monitor, coronary angiography. Educated at UAB Barcelona (MD, 2016). Serves patients in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Azza Alafifi is a dedicated Consultant Paediatrician, committed to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to her young patients. She focuses on creating a reassuring and supportive environment for both children and their families, ensuring that every patient feels comfortable and understood throughout their medical journey.
With a professional and gentle approach, Dr Alafifi addresses a wide range of paediatric health concerns. She is devoted to the wellbeing of children, from infancy through to their adolescent years, and prioritises clear communication with parents and guardians to ensure they are well-informed and involved in their child's care plan.
Dr Alafifi is committed to upholding the highest standards of medical practice. Her primary focus is on achieving the best possible health outcomes for every child, ensuring they receive thoughtful and thorough medical attention.

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

— Dr Azza Alafifi

Education & training

  1. 2010–2016 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    UAB Barcelona, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2016–2020 Residency · Cardiology
    Universitat de Barcelona, Riyadh (SA)

Career & appointments

  1. 2020-09–2021-08 Junior consultant
    UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Cardiology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-819790 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Cardiology
#EB-61BD98EA · issued 2021 · renewal 2031
Malpractice insurance: Allianz Professional · 1,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
Cardiac consultation 99244 1,154
Echocardiogram 93306 901
Stress test 93015 315
Holter monitor 93225 3,038
Coronary angiography 93454 457
PCI / coronary stent 92928 1,535
Pacemaker implantation 33208 388

Services & pricing

ServiceDurationModalityPrice
New patient consultation (60m) 60 min in_clinic|telemed 240.00 EUR
Follow-up consultation (30m) 30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone 120.00 EUR
Stress test 90 min in_clinic 840.00 EUR
Holter monitor 120 min in_clinic 240.00 EUR
Coronary angiography 30 min in_clinic 600.00 EUR
PCI / coronary stent 90 min in_clinic 360.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Azza Alafifi in consultation
IN OFFICE
Azza Alafifi with the team
WITH TEAM
Azza Alafifi at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 76s
Meet Azza Alafifi

Research & publications

h-index: 18 · i10: 11

  1. Long-term follow-up of Cardiology across SA
    Azza Alafifi, et al. · Circulation, 2026
    DOI: 10.9778/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 30296133 · cited by 96
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Cardiology
    Azza Alafifi, et al. · Journal of Cardiovascular Electrophysiology, 2025
    DOI: 10.2734/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 35586438 · cited by 114
  3. Long-term follow-up of Cardiology across SA
    Azza Alafifi, et al. · Circulation, 2024
    DOI: 10.6675/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 37804700 · cited by 196
  4. Validation of clinical scoring in Cardiology
    Azza Alafifi, et al. · Journal of Cardiovascular Electrophysiology, 2023
    DOI: 10.5503/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 35691889 · cited by 6

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

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

Society memberships

  • European Society of Cardiology (ESC) — Member · Since 2021
  • American Heart Association (AHA) — Member · Since 2021
  • EAPCI — Member · Since 2021
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2021

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Cardiology
  • Awareness When should you see a cardiology?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · azza.alafifi@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 Azza Alafifi's Areas of Specialty

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

Cardiology

Heart-rhythm, coronary and structural-heart problems including chest pain, palpitations, hypertension and heart failure.

Dr Azza Alafifi is one of 477 cardiology doctors indexed in Saudi Arabia. Browse cardiology 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 Azza Alafifi specialise in?

    Azza Alafifi specialises in Cardiology in Riyadh, SA.

  • What conditions does Azza Alafifi treat?

    Azza Alafifi treats conditions within Cardiology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Azza Alafifi practise?

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

  • What languages does Azza Alafifi speak?

    Azza Alafifi speaks English, Arabic.

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