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Dr Junaid Iqbal

Nephrology Riyadh

Dr Junaid Iqbal

13 years of experience

5,466+
Patients seen
13
Years in practice
9
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Junaid Iqbal at a glance

Dr Junaid Iqbal is a Nephrology 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, 2009). Serves patients in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

VERIFIED PHYSICIAN PROFILE · UPDATED MAY 2026

About

Dr Junaid Iqbal is a highly regarded Consultant Nephrologist dedicated to providing exceptional patient care. With a strong commitment to advancing renal health, he specialises in diagnosing and managing a wide range of kidney-related conditions. His patient-centred approach ensures that individuals receive comprehensive and tailored treatment plans to support their overall well-being.
Dr Iqbal has a profound clinical interest in the management of chronic kidney disease and end-stage kidney disease. He is highly experienced in overseeing haemodialysis treatments and providing meticulous care for patients undergoing renal transplantation. Furthermore, he is adept at managing complex post-transplant conditions, including hypertension and cardiovascular risk assessment, ensuring optimal long-term outcomes for his patients.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr Iqbal is actively involved in medical research, contributing valuable insights to his profession as a Nephrologist. His academic pursuits focus on improving the quality of care for dialysis patients and understanding the cardiovascular implications of kidney transplantation. Through his continuous dedication to evidence-based medicine, he remains at the forefront of medical advancements, offering his patients the highest standard of care.

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

— Dr Junaid Iqbal

Education & training

  1. 2003–2009 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de Barcelona, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2009–2013 Residency · Nephrology
    Universitat de València, Riyadh (SA)

Career & appointments

  1. 2013-09–2014-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Nephrology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-144870 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Nephrology
#EB-0F7832E0 · issued 2014 · renewal 2024
Malpractice insurance: AXA Healthcare Liability · 1,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,191
Annual physical exam 99395 1,553
Vaccination administration 90471 105
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 430

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 630.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 60 min in_clinic 720.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Junaid Iqbal in consultation
IN OFFICE
Junaid Iqbal with the team
WITH TEAM
Junaid Iqbal at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 81s
Meet Junaid Iqbal

Research & publications

h-index: 14 · i10: 9

  1. Long-term follow-up of Nephrology across SA
    Junaid Iqbal, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.2216/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 38520773 · cited by 87
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Nephrology
    Junaid Iqbal, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.6963/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 38431941 · cited by 61
  3. Long-term follow-up of Nephrology across SA
    Junaid Iqbal, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.2008/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 30616960 · cited by 123

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

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

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2014
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2014
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2014

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Nephrology 2026-03-12 · 11 min read
  • Awareness When should you see a nephrology? 2026-01-14 · 8 min read

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · junaid.iqbal@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 Junaid Iqbal's Areas of Specialty

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

Nephrology

Dr Junaid Iqbal is one of 286 nephrology doctors indexed in Saudi Arabia. Browse nephrology 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 Junaid Iqbal specialise in?

    Junaid Iqbal specialises in Nephrology in Riyadh, SA.

  • What conditions does Junaid Iqbal treat?

    Junaid Iqbal treats conditions within Nephrology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Junaid Iqbal practise?

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

  • What languages does Junaid Iqbal speak?

    Junaid Iqbal speaks English, Arabic.

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