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Dr Halima Benatabet

Rheumatology Al-Qurayyat

Dr Halima Benatabet

12 years of experience

10,229+
Patients seen
12
Years in practice
7
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Halima Benatabet at a glance

Dr Halima Benatabet is a Rheumatology practitioner based in Al-Qurayyat, Saudi Arabia, practising at UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at UAB Barcelona (MD, 2010). Serves patients in Al-Qurayyat, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Halima Benatabet is a dedicated medical professional committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred care. She focuses on creating a reassuring and supportive environment, ensuring that patients feel heard and understood. Her approach is founded on clear communication, empowering patients to be active participants in their own healthcare journey.
With a comprehensive understanding of general health, Dr Benatabet is skilled in diagnosing and managing a wide range of medical conditions. She is dedicated to developing tailored treatment plans that address the unique needs and circumstances of each individual. Her practice is guided by a commitment to clinical excellence and compassionate care for every patient she sees.
Dr Benatabet maintains a strong commitment to her continuing professional development, regularly engaging with the latest medical research and advancements in her field. This dedication ensures that her patients receive care that is both current and based on established best practices. She is a proponent of preventative medicine and patient education, helping individuals to maintain their long-term health and well-being.

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

— Dr Halima Benatabet

Education & training

  1. 2004–2010 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    UAB Barcelona, Al-Qurayyat (SA)
  2. 2010–2014 Residency · Rheumatology
    Universitat de València, Al-Qurayyat (SA)

Career & appointments

  1. 2014-09–2015-08 Junior consultant
    UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Rheumatology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-912644 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Rheumatology
#EB-8DB6A5B6 · issued 2015 · renewal 2025
Malpractice insurance: Allianz Professional · 5,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,560
Annual physical exam 99395 838
Vaccination administration 90471 998
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,625

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 60 min in_clinic 540.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 90 min in_clinic 810.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Halima Benatabet in consultation
IN OFFICE
Halima Benatabet with the team
WITH TEAM
Halima Benatabet at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 138s
Meet Halima Benatabet

Research & publications

h-index: 6 · i10: 8

  1. Long-term follow-up of Rheumatology across SA
    Halima Benatabet, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.9362/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 38533116 · cited by 160
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Rheumatology
    Halima Benatabet, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.4889/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 30744573 · cited by 58

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Rheumatology — Al-Qurayyat · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2015
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2015
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2015

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Rheumatology
  • Awareness When should you see a rheumatology?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · halima.benatabet@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 Halima Benatabet's Areas of Specialty

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

Rheumatology

Joint, muscle and autoimmune disorders including RA, lupus, gout and chronic pain.

Dr Halima Benatabet is one of 103 rheumatology doctors indexed in Saudi Arabia. Browse rheumatology doctors in Saudi Arabia →

LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Al-Qurayyat 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-Qurayyat 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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Frequently asked questions

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  • What does Halima Benatabet specialise in?

    Halima Benatabet specialises in Rheumatology in Al-Qurayyat, SA.

  • What conditions does Halima Benatabet treat?

    Halima Benatabet treats conditions within Rheumatology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Halima Benatabet practise?

    Halima Benatabet practises in Al-Qurayyat, SA. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Halima Benatabet speak?

    Halima Benatabet speaks English, Arabic.

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