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Dr Farrukh Akhter

Anaesthetics Al Khobar

Dr Farrukh Akhter

2 years of experience

11,891+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
13
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Farrukh Akhter at a glance

Dr Farrukh Akhter is an Anaesthetics practitioner based in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia, practising at Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad de Navarra (MD, 2020). Serves patients in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Farrukh Akhter is a dedicated Psychiatrist who provides comprehensive care for patients with a wide range of mental health conditions. He is committed to creating an empathetic and supportive environment, allowing patients to discuss their concerns openly and confidentially. His approach focuses on delivering personalised and accessible healthcare.
Dr Akhter obtained his Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from Quaid-e-Azam University, Islamabad, in 1995. He further specialised in psychiatry, earning both a Membership (MCPS) and a Fellowship (FCPS) from the College of Physicians and Surgeons in 2011. He is a member of the Pakistan Medical Commission (PMC).
As a specialist in mental health, Dr Akhter has a deep understanding of the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of psychological disorders. He provides therapy and counselling for conditions such as depression, anxiety disorders, OCD, and sleep disorders, utilising various therapeutic techniques to support his patients' well-being.

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

— Dr Farrukh Akhter

Education & training

  1. 2014–2020 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Navarra, Al Khobar (SA)
  2. 2020–2024 Residency · Anaesthetics
    Universitat de Barcelona, Al Khobar (SA)

Career & appointments

  1. 2024-09–2025-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital — Anaesthetics

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-513684 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Anaesthetics
#EB-C7DB1F6A · issued 2025 · renewal 2035
Malpractice insurance: Allianz Professional · 4,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 208
Annual physical exam 99395 550
Vaccination administration 90471 310
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,985

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 180.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 30 min in_clinic 450.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Farrukh Akhter in consultation
IN OFFICE
Farrukh Akhter with the team
WITH TEAM
Farrukh Akhter at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 104s
Meet Farrukh Akhter

Research & publications

h-index: 4 · i10: 8

  1. Long-term follow-up of Anaesthetics across SA
    Farrukh Akhter, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.4985/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 39910238 · cited by 200
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Anaesthetics
    Farrukh Akhter, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.4922/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 37829529 · cited by 98

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Anaesthetics — Al Khobar · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2025
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2025
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2025

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Anaesthetics
  • Awareness When should you see a anaesthetics?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · farrukh.akhter@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 Farrukh Akhter's Areas of Specialty

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

Anaesthetics

Dr Farrukh Akhter is one of 360 anaesthetics doctors indexed in Saudi Arabia. Browse anaesthetics doctors in Saudi Arabia →

LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Al Khobar 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 Khobar 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 Farrukh Akhter specialise in?

    Farrukh Akhter specialises in Anaesthetics in Al Khobar, SA.

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    Farrukh Akhter speaks English, Urdu.

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