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Dr Dhafer Alshehri

Paediatrics Riyadh

Dr Dhafer Alshehri

11 years of experience

9,992+
Patients seen
11
Years in practice
6
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Dhafer Alshehri at a glance

Dr Dhafer Alshehri is a Paediatrics 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, 2011). Serves patients in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Dhafer Alshehri is a dedicated Paediatrician with a focus on the health and well-being of children. He provides comprehensive medical care for infants, children, and adolescents, approaching each patient with a professional and reassuring manner. His commitment is to support the healthy development of his young patients and to offer clear guidance and support to their families.
With a keen interest in childhood illnesses and developmental milestones, Dr Alshehri ensures that he remains informed of the latest advancements in paediatric medicine. He is committed to providing patient-centred care, taking the time to listen to the concerns of both the child and their parents to ensure a thorough understanding of their health needs.
Dr Alshehri is also involved in academic and research activities within the field of paediatrics. His work contributes to the broader understanding of child health and helps in the development of improved treatment and management strategies for various paediatric conditions.

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

— Dr Dhafer Alshehri

Education & training

  1. 2005–2011 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2011–2015 Residency · Paediatrics
    Universitat de València, Riyadh (SA)

Career & appointments

  1. 2015-09–2016-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital — Paediatrics

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-468672 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Paediatrics
#EB-1118B430 · issued 2016 · renewal 2026
Malpractice insurance: Allianz Professional · 4,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,282
Annual physical exam 99395 2,484
Vaccination administration 90471 92
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 3,011

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

Office, team & in practice

Dhafer Alshehri in consultation
IN OFFICE
Dhafer Alshehri with the team
WITH TEAM
Dhafer Alshehri at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 75s
Meet Dhafer Alshehri

Research & publications

h-index: 7 · i10: 10

  1. Validation of clinical scoring in Paediatrics
    Dhafer Alshehri, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.2986/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 33658050 · cited by 66
  2. Long-term follow-up of Paediatrics across SA
    Dhafer Alshehri, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.4058/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 35573325 · cited by 96

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

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

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2016
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2016
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2016

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Paediatrics
  • Awareness When should you see a paediatrics?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · dhafer.alshehri@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 Dhafer Alshehri's Areas of Specialty

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

Paediatrics

Infant, child and adolescent health — growth, vaccinations, common childhood illnesses and developmental concerns.

Dr Dhafer Alshehri is one of 824 paediatrics doctors indexed in Saudi Arabia. Browse paediatrics 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 Dhafer Alshehri specialise in?

    Dhafer Alshehri specialises in Paediatrics in Riyadh, SA.

  • What conditions does Dhafer Alshehri treat?

    Dhafer Alshehri treats conditions within Paediatrics. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Dhafer Alshehri practise?

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    Dhafer Alshehri speaks English, Arabic.

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