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Dr Ihab Elhawary

Ophthalmology Riyadh

Dr Ihab Elhawary

2 years of experience

11,352+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
3
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Ihab Elhawary at a glance

Dr Ihab Elhawary is an Ophthalmology practitioner based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, practising at Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universitat de Barcelona (MD, 2020). Serves patients in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Ihab Elhawary is a distinguished Consultant Ophthalmologist dedicated to providing comprehensive eye care services. He specialises in the diagnosis and management of complex vision disorders, with a particular focus on cataract and glaucoma surgeries. His approach combines advanced surgical techniques with a patient-centred philosophy, ensuring that individuals receive tailored treatment plans designed to preserve and enhance their vision.
His medical journey began at Ain Shams University in Egypt, where he obtained his Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery followed by a Master’s degree in Ophthalmology. Dr Elhawary further advanced his qualifications by becoming a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow and a Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology at Cambridge University. He maintains active memberships with prestigious organisations such as the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS) and the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO).
In his clinical practice, Dr Elhawary offers a wide range of treatments, including refractive corrections like LASIK and Femto-LASIK, as well as phakic implants for myopia. He is also proficient in performing surgeries for strabismus, retinal detachment, and optic nerve conditions. By utilising state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and therapeutic interventions, he strives to deliver optimal visual outcomes for all his patients.

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

— Dr Ihab Elhawary

Education & training

  1. 2014–2020 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de Barcelona, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2020–2024 Residency · Ophthalmology
    Universitat de València, Riyadh (SA)

Career & appointments

  1. 2024-09–2025-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-149009 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-AA3B65D6 · issued 2025 · renewal 2035
Malpractice insurance: AmTrust Europe · 4,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,818
Annual physical exam 99395 2,420
Vaccination administration 90471 2,948
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 139

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 450.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 120 min in_clinic 180.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Ihab Elhawary in consultation
IN OFFICE
Ihab Elhawary with the team
WITH TEAM
Ihab Elhawary at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 145s
Meet Ihab Elhawary

Research & publications

h-index: 10 · i10: 5

  1. Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across SA
    Ihab Elhawary, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.2891/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 38547759 · cited by 122
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
    Ihab Elhawary, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.5147/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 39227464 · cited by 192
  3. Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across SA
    Ihab Elhawary, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.6913/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 32161099 · cited by 134

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 2025
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2025
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2025

Articles by this doctor

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

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · ihab.elhawary@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 Ihab Elhawary's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Ihab Elhawary 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 Ihab Elhawary 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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  • What does Ihab Elhawary specialise in?

    Ihab Elhawary specialises in Ophthalmology in Riyadh, SA.

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    Ihab Elhawary treats conditions within Ophthalmology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Ihab Elhawary practise?

    Ihab Elhawary practises in Riyadh, SA. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Ihab Elhawary speak?

    Ihab Elhawary speaks English, Arabic.

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