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Dr Essam Alharthi
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Dr Essam Alharthi

Ophthalmology · Riyadh

👤 16 years of experience

6,573+ Patients seen
16 Years in practice
13 Publications
2 Languages spoken

About

Dr Essam Alharthi is a Senior Consultant Ophthalmologist with a distinguished career in the medical and surgical management of complex eye conditions. He possesses advanced expertise in vitreoretinal diseases and surgery, providing specialised care for patients suffering from retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and disorders of the vitreous body. His clinical practice is dedicated to preserving and restoring vision through the application of modern diagnostic techniques and surgical interventions, including the management of cataracts.
His medical journey began at King Saud University, where he obtained his Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBS). Following his graduation, Dr Alharthi completed rigorous training to achieve the Saudi Board in Ophthalmology. He further honed his skills by completing a sub-specialty Fellowship in Vitreoretinal Diseases and Surgery at the prestigious King Khaled Eye Specialist Hospital, a leading institution in the region.
In addition to his clinical roles, Dr Alharthi has contributed to the academic field as a Clinical Assistant Professor at the College of Medicine, King Saud University, and has served as a Senior Consultant in the Vitreoretinal Division at King Khaled Eye Specialist Hospital. He maintains active professional engagement through memberships with the Saudi Ophthalmological Society (SOS), the Middle East African Council of Ophthalmology (MEACO), and the European Society of Retina Specialists (EURETINA).

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

— Dr Essam Alharthi

Education & training

  1. 2000–2006 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Sevilla, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2006–2010 Residency · Ophthalmology
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Riyadh (SA)
  3. 2010–2011 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Charité Berlin, DE

Career & appointments

  1. 2010-09–2011-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-452072 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-B0884062 · issued 2011 · renewal 2021
Malpractice insurance: AXA Healthcare Liability · 5,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 768
Annual physical exam 99395 1,454
Vaccination administration 90471 2,438
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 3,041

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

Office, team & in practice

Essam Alharthi in consultation
IN OFFICE
Essam Alharthi with the team
WITH TEAM
Essam Alharthi at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 78s
Meet Essam Alharthi

Research & publications

h-index: 18 · i10: 10

  1. European registry analysis of Ophthalmology outcomes
    Essam Alharthi, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.4117/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 39960779 · cited by 120
  2. Outcomes of Ophthalmology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Essam Alharthi, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.4660/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 37700510 · cited by 66
  3. European registry analysis of Ophthalmology outcomes
    Essam Alharthi, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.2030/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 31355924 · cited by 108
  4. Outcomes of Ophthalmology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Essam Alharthi, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2022
    DOI: 10.8901/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 33918430 · cited by 30

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 2011
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2011
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2011

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Ophthalmology
  • Awareness When should you see a ophthalmology?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · essam.alharthi@euroclinics.example

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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.

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