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Dr Ethar Salama
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Dr Ethar Salama

Ophthalmology · Riyadh

👤 10 years of experience

9,084+ Patients seen
10 Years in practice
6 Publications
2 Languages spoken

About

Dr Ethar Salama is a dedicated Specialist Ophthalmologist committed to providing comprehensive and compassionate eye care to his patients. He focuses on delivering precise diagnoses and developing effective treatment plans, ensuring patients are well-informed and comfortable throughout their medical journey. His approach is centred on safeguarding vision and enhancing quality of life through expert medical attention.
Dr Salama earned his Bachelor's degree in Medicine and Surgery in 1987, followed by a Master's degree in Ophthalmology. He maintains active memberships with prestigious international organisations, including the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons. These affiliations reflect his commitment to staying at the forefront of ophthalmological advancements.
With extensive experience in the field, Dr Salama has a particular clinical interest in diagnosing and managing specialised conditions. His areas of expertise include the treatment of strabismus (squints) in children and the management of keratoconus. He is also highly skilled in performing cataract and refractive surgeries aimed at correcting vision.

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

— Dr Ethar Salama

Education & training

  1. 2006–2012 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de Barcelona, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2012–2016 Residency · Ophthalmology
    Universitat de Barcelona, Riyadh (SA)

Career & appointments

  1. 2016-09–2017-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-185937 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-E0435EFA · issued 2017 · renewal 2027
Malpractice insurance: AXA Healthcare Liability · 3,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,879
Annual physical exam 99395 2,713
Vaccination administration 90471 1,265
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 182

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

Office, team & in practice

Ethar Salama in consultation
IN OFFICE
Ethar Salama with the team
WITH TEAM
Ethar Salama at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 79s
Meet Ethar Salama

Research & publications

h-index: 3 · i10: 10

  1. Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
    Ethar Salama, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.5531/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 39506125 · cited by 71
  2. Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across SA
    Ethar Salama, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.4014/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 30891608 · cited by 69

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 2017
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2017
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2017

Articles by this doctor

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

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · ethar.salama@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.

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