Trust score 8/100
Dr Fawaz Altaf
Cardiothoracic Surgery · Jeddah
👤 16 years of experience
2,510+
Patients seen
16
Years in practice
8
Publications
2
Languages spoken
About
Dr Fawaz Altaf is a highly skilled Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon. He is dedicated to providing comprehensive care for patients and has a wealth of experience in both cardiac and thoracic surgery. Dr Altaf is proficient in conventional and minimally invasive surgical techniques, demonstrating a commitment to utilising advanced procedures for patient benefit. His approach to patient care involves multidisciplinary collaboration with other healthcare professionals to ensure a comprehensive treatment plan is in place. He has been involved in the development and implementation of numerous protocols to enhance the safety and efficiency of patient care within the cardiac surgery setting. Dr Altaf is also committed to advancing the field through research and has been involved in projects exploring new surgical techniques. Dr Altaf obtained a health research coordination Diploma from McMaster University. He has held academic positions, including Assistant Professor of Surgery at Umm Al-Qura University. He is a member of the International Society of Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr Fawaz Altaf
Education & training
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2000–2006 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2006–2010 Residency · Cardiothoracic Surgery
Career & appointments
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2010-09–2011-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Malpractice insurance:
AXA Healthcare Liability · 4,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 594 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 1,676 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 1,876 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 2,939 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 720.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 60 min | in_clinic | 630.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 5 · i10: 10
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Validation of clinical scoring in Cardiothoracic Surgery
DOI: 10.7580/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 34868812 · cited by 98
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Long-term follow-up of Cardiothoracic Surgery across SA
DOI: 10.1649/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 31741714 · cited by 152
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Cardiothoracic Surgery European Annual Congress (Cardiothoracic Surgery) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Cardiothoracic Surgery National Society Meeting · Jeddah · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Cardiothoracic Surgery — Jeddah · 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 Cardiothoracic Surgery
- Awareness When should you see a cardiothoracic surgery?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · fawaz.altaf@euroclinics.example
Location
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Recent reviews
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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★★★★☆ ✓ Verified Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
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