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Dr Ismail Elnaggar

Cardiothoracic Surgery Riyadh

Dr Ismail Elnaggar

2 years of experience

6,438+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
14
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Ismail Elnaggar at a glance

Dr Ismail Elnaggar is a Cardiothoracic Surgery practitioner based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, practising at Universitat de València Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universitat de València (MD, 2022). Serves patients in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Ismail Elnaggar is a dedicated specialist in cardiothoracic surgery, committed to providing high-quality care for patients with complex heart conditions. He possesses a deep understanding of adult cardiac surgery, focusing on the surgical management of structural heart diseases and heart failure. His approach combines clinical expertise with a compassionate commitment to patient well-being, ensuring that individuals receive tailored treatment plans suited to their specific medical needs.
With a robust academic background, Dr Elnaggar maintains strong ties to the medical community through his association with the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Cairo University. He is actively involved in medical research and has contributed to the scientific literature with studies focusing on left ventricular surgical restoration, aortic valve replacement, and the management of ischemic mitral regurgitation. His engagement in research allows him to stay abreast of the latest advancements in cardiac surgical techniques.
In his clinical practice, Dr Elnaggar specialises in treating ischemic cardiomyopathy and valvular heart defects. He is experienced in performing intricate procedures such as mitral valve repair and aortic valve interventions. His work emphasises not only the survival of patients but also the improvement of their long-term quality of life through precise and effective surgical solutions.

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

— Dr Ismail Elnaggar

Education & training

  1. 2016–2022 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de València, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2022–2026 Residency · Cardiothoracic Surgery
    Universidad de Sevilla, Riyadh (SA)
  3. 2026–2027 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    AP-HP Paris, FR

Career & appointments

  1. 2026-09–2027-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de València Teaching Hospital — Cardiothoracic Surgery

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-996837 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Cardiothoracic Surgery
#EB-646075F4 · issued 2027 · renewal 2037
Malpractice insurance: HDI Global · 3,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 967
Annual physical exam 99395 1,201
Vaccination administration 90471 713
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,462

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

Ismail Elnaggar in consultation
IN OFFICE
Ismail Elnaggar with the team
WITH TEAM
Ismail Elnaggar at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 113s
Meet Ismail Elnaggar

Research & publications

h-index: 5 · i10: 12

  1. Outcomes of Cardiothoracic Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Ismail Elnaggar, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.5385/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 38605875 · cited by 167
  2. European registry analysis of Cardiothoracic Surgery outcomes
    Ismail Elnaggar, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.3594/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 31601898 · cited by 189
  3. Outcomes of Cardiothoracic Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Ismail Elnaggar, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.4662/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 31165615 · cited by 35
  4. European registry analysis of Cardiothoracic Surgery outcomes
    Ismail Elnaggar, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2022
    DOI: 10.4056/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 31363463 · cited by 65

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

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

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2027
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2027
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2027

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Cardiothoracic Surgery
  • Awareness When should you see a cardiothoracic surgery?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · ismail.elnaggar@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 Ismail Elnaggar's Areas of Specialty

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

Cardiothoracic Surgery

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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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    Ismail Elnaggar speaks English, Arabic.

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