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Dr Houssam El Mourad

Gastroenterology Riyadh

Dr Houssam El Mourad

2 years of experience

3,623+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
9
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Houssam El Mourad at a glance

Dr Houssam El Mourad is a Gastroenterology practitioner based in Riyadh, 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, 2021). Serves patients in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Houssam El Mourad is a dedicated Consultant Gastroenterologist based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. He currently holds a position at King Saud University, where he combines clinical expertise with a strong academic background. Dr El Mourad is recognised for his professional approach to diagnosing and treating a wide range of disorders affecting the digestive system, ensuring that patients receive evidence-based care tailored to their individual needs.
With a solid foundation in medical sciences, Dr El Mourad has actively contributed to research within the College of Medicine at King Saud University. His academic work, which includes publications on public health and medical education, reflects a deep commitment to advancing healthcare standards. This engagement with ongoing medical research allows him to stay abreast of the latest developments in gastroenterology and internal medicine.
In his clinical practice, Dr El Mourad specialises in the management of gastrointestinal health and the performance of endoscopic procedures. He adopts a patient-centred approach, focusing on accurate diagnosis and effective management plans for digestive conditions. His objective is to provide reassuring, high-quality medical support to all patients under his care.

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

— Dr Houssam El Mourad

Education & training

  1. 2015–2021 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Navarra, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2021–2025 Residency · Gastroenterology
    Universidad de Navarra, Riyadh (SA)

Career & appointments

  1. 2025-09–2026-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital — Gastroenterology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-712047 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Gastroenterology
#EB-448F8655 · issued 2026 · renewal 2036
Malpractice insurance: AXA Healthcare Liability · 3,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,302
Annual physical exam 99395 1,000
Vaccination administration 90471 2,864
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 263

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 630.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 90 min in_clinic 720.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Houssam El Mourad in consultation
IN OFFICE
Houssam El Mourad with the team
WITH TEAM
Houssam El Mourad at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 122s
Meet Houssam El Mourad

Research & publications

h-index: 6 · i10: 8

  1. Long-term follow-up of Gastroenterology across SA
    Houssam El Mourad, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.2670/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 36776510 · cited by 126
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Gastroenterology
    Houssam El Mourad, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.8728/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 39387754 · cited by 116

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Gastroenterology — Riyadh · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2026
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2026
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2026

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Gastroenterology
  • Awareness When should you see a gastroenterology?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · houssam.el.mourad@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 Houssam El Mourad's Areas of Specialty

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

Gastroenterology

Digestive-tract conditions including reflux, IBS, IBD, liver disease and colorectal screening.

Dr Houssam El Mourad is one of 252 gastroenterology doctors indexed in Saudi Arabia. Browse gastroenterology doctors in Saudi Arabia →

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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Frequently asked questions

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  • What does Houssam El Mourad specialise in?

    Houssam El Mourad specialises in Gastroenterology in Riyadh, SA.

  • What conditions does Houssam El Mourad treat?

    Houssam El Mourad treats conditions within Gastroenterology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Houssam El Mourad practise?

    Houssam El Mourad practises in Riyadh, SA. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

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    Houssam El Mourad speaks English, Arabic.

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