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Dr Gaafar Elhassan

Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine Riyadh

Dr Gaafar Elhassan

7 years of experience

4,198+
Patients seen
7
Years in practice
9
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Gaafar Elhassan at a glance

Dr Gaafar Elhassan is a Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine practitioner based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, practising at Universitat de València Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universitat de València (MD, 2015). Serves patients in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Gaafar Elhassan is a highly experienced Consultant Pulmonologist dedicated to the diagnosis and management of a wide spectrum of respiratory and internal medicine conditions. He possesses extensive expertise in treating complex chest diseases, ensuring that patients receive comprehensive care tailored to their specific respiratory needs. His clinical practice focuses on improving lung function and quality of life for individuals suffering from both acute and chronic pulmonary disorders.
He specialises in the treatment of conditions such as asthma, pulmonary fibrosis, and chronic bronchiectasis. Furthermore, Dr Elhassan is skilled in managing respiratory failure, pneumonia, and pulmonary embolisms. His proficiency extends to the use of advanced diagnostic tools, including bronchoscopy, to address issues within the bronchial tubes. Additionally, he provides expert care for sleep-related breathing disorders, such as sleep apnea, helping patients achieve better sleep health.
Dr Elhassan holds a British Fellowship, underscoring his commitment to maintaining high international standards of medical practice. He combines his advanced academic background with a patient-centred approach, prioritising accurate diagnosis and effective treatment plans. His dedication to the field of pulmonology ensures that he remains at the forefront of respiratory medicine, offering reassurance and expert support to his patients.

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

— Dr Gaafar Elhassan

Education & training

  1. 2009–2015 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de València, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2015–2019 Residency · Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine
    UAB Barcelona, Riyadh (SA)
  3. 2019–2020 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    AP-HP Paris, FR

Career & appointments

  1. 2019-09–2020-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de València Teaching Hospital — Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-28953 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine
#EB-E81F9C1F · issued 2020 · renewal 2030
Malpractice insurance: HDI Global · 1,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,963
Annual physical exam 99395 2,765
Vaccination administration 90471 2,421
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 274

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

Office, team & in practice

Gaafar Elhassan in consultation
IN OFFICE
Gaafar Elhassan with the team
WITH TEAM
Gaafar Elhassan at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 105s
Meet Gaafar Elhassan

Research & publications

h-index: 10 · i10: 4

  1. European registry analysis of Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine outcomes
    Gaafar Elhassan, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.4976/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 35536561 · cited by 35
  2. Outcomes of Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Gaafar Elhassan, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.1650/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 30934025 · cited by 105
  3. European registry analysis of Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine outcomes
    Gaafar Elhassan, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.6543/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 32980275 · cited by 31

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine — Riyadh · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2020
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2020
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2020

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine
  • Awareness When should you see a pulmonology / respiratory medicine?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · gaafar.elhassan@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.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Dr Gaafar Elhassan's Areas of Specialty

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

Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine

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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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