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Dr Hussain Alhabboubi

Ophthalmology Riyadh

Dr Hussain Alhabboubi

6 years of experience

7,946+
Patients seen
6
Years in practice
8
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Hussain Alhabboubi at a glance

Dr Hussain Alhabboubi is an Ophthalmology 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, 2016). Serves patients in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Hussain Alhabboubi is a dedicated Consultant Ophthalmologist who provides comprehensive and compassionate eye care to his patients. He is committed to delivering high standards of medical treatment and ensuring patient comfort and understanding throughout their care journey. Dr Alhabboubi focuses on a wide range of ophthalmological conditions, employing modern diagnostic and therapeutic techniques to achieve the best possible outcomes for his patients.
Dr Alhabboubi obtained his Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from Taibah University. He then achieved the Saudi Board in Ophthalmology. His advanced training includes a fellowship in Cornea, Cataract, and Refractive Surgery at Saint Mary's University in South Korea, and a fellowship in Comprehensive Ophthalmology at a leading specialist eye hospital in Riyadh. He is a member of the Saudi Ophthalmological Society and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.
He specialises in a variety of advanced procedures, including cataract surgeries and vision correction using laser and lens implants. His clinical interests also cover the management of corneal and retinal diseases, including diabetic retinopathy. Furthermore, Dr Alhabboubi is experienced in treating strabismus (squint) and decreased vision in both adult and paediatric patients, offering a broad spectrum of care for various eye health needs.

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

— Dr Hussain Alhabboubi

Education & training

  1. 2010–2016 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Navarra, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2016–2020 Residency · Ophthalmology
    Universitat de València, Riyadh (SA)

Career & appointments

  1. 2020-09–2021-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-227434 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-142CF336 · issued 2021 · renewal 2031
Malpractice insurance: Allianz Professional · 5,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,949
Annual physical exam 99395 1,531
Vaccination administration 90471 2,563
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 556

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 180.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 90 min in_clinic 450.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Hussain Alhabboubi in consultation
IN OFFICE
Hussain Alhabboubi with the team
WITH TEAM
Hussain Alhabboubi at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 139s
Meet Hussain Alhabboubi

Research & publications

h-index: 11 · i10: 2

  1. Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
    Hussain Alhabboubi, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.5086/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 38608805 · cited by 45
  2. Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across SA
    Hussain Alhabboubi, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.5486/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 39895396 · cited by 39

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

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

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2021
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2021
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2021

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Ophthalmology
  • Awareness When should you see a ophthalmology?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · hussain.alhabboubi@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 Hussain Alhabboubi's Areas of Specialty

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

Ophthalmology

Eye care including refractive surgery, cataracts, glaucoma, retinal disease and paediatric vision.

Dr Hussain Alhabboubi is one of 609 ophthalmology doctors indexed in Saudi Arabia. Browse ophthalmology 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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    Hussain Alhabboubi specialises in Ophthalmology in Riyadh, SA.

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    Hussain Alhabboubi speaks English, Arabic.

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