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Dr Ghassan Sokkar

Paediatrics Jeddah

Dr Ghassan Sokkar

8 years of experience

4,263+
Patients seen
8
Years in practice
6
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Ghassan Sokkar at a glance

Dr Ghassan Sokkar is a Paediatrics practitioner based in Jeddah, 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, 2014). Serves patients in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Ghassan Sokkar is a dedicated and professional Paediatrician, committed to providing comprehensive care for children. He offers a reassuring and supportive approach to his young patients and their families, ensuring a comfortable and positive healthcare experience. Dr Sokkar focuses on delivering high-quality medical care, tailored to the individual needs of each child.
His practice is built on a foundation of clear communication and thoroughness. Dr Sokkar takes the time to listen to the concerns of parents and children, conducting detailed assessments to arrive at accurate diagnoses. He is committed to developing effective treatment plans to manage a wide range of paediatric conditions.
Dr Sokkar holds a Doctor of Medicine degree and is a specialist in Paediatric Gastroenterology. He furthered his expertise by qualifying in clinical research from McMaster University and earning a Master of Medical Education with honours from King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences. His commitment to professional development is also demonstrated by completing a Masterclass in medical leadership education.

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

— Dr Ghassan Sokkar

Education & training

  1. 2008–2014 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Navarra, Jeddah (SA)
  2. 2014–2018 Residency · Paediatrics
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Jeddah (SA)
  3. 2018–2019 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Mayo Clinic, US

Career & appointments

  1. 2018-09–2019-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital — Paediatrics

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-527536 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Paediatrics
#EB-E0162D63 · issued 2019 · renewal 2029
Malpractice insurance: AmTrust Europe · 5,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,754
Annual physical exam 99395 2,780
Vaccination administration 90471 1,276
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,395

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 810.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 60 min in_clinic 540.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Ghassan Sokkar in consultation
IN OFFICE
Ghassan Sokkar with the team
WITH TEAM
Ghassan Sokkar at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 142s
Meet Ghassan Sokkar

Research & publications

h-index: 15 · i10: 8

  1. European registry analysis of Paediatrics outcomes
    Ghassan Sokkar, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.7839/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 31229648 · cited by 50
  2. Outcomes of Paediatrics in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Ghassan Sokkar, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.5692/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 38142845 · cited by 24
  3. European registry analysis of Paediatrics outcomes
    Ghassan Sokkar, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.8665/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 39487402 · cited by 14

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Paediatrics — Jeddah · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2019
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2019
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2019

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Paediatrics
  • Awareness When should you see a paediatrics?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · ghassan.sokkar@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 Ghassan Sokkar's Areas of Specialty

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

Paediatrics

Infant, child and adolescent health — growth, vaccinations, common childhood illnesses and developmental concerns.

Dr Ghassan Sokkar is one of 824 paediatrics doctors indexed in Saudi Arabia. Browse paediatrics doctors in Saudi Arabia →

LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Jeddah 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 Jeddah 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 Ghassan Sokkar specialise in?

    Ghassan Sokkar specialises in Paediatrics in Jeddah, SA.

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  • Where does Ghassan Sokkar practise?

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    Ghassan Sokkar speaks English, Arabic.

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