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Dr Khalid Emara

Ophthalmology Dhahran

Dr Khalid Emara

4 years of experience

12,234+
Patients seen
4
Years in practice
13
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Khalid Emara at a glance

Dr Khalid Emara is an Ophthalmology practitioner based in Dhahran, 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, 2018). Serves patients in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Khalid Emara is a distinguished Consultant Ophthalmologist based in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. He currently serves as the Chief of the Paediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Department at the Specialised Eye Hospital. With a strong focus on paediatric eye care, Dr Emara is recognised for his expertise in managing complex ocular conditions in children, ensuring that young patients receive the highest standard of medical and surgical attention.
His clinical practice is centred on the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of paediatric eye disorders. Dr Emara possesses specialist skills in performing surgeries for strabismus (squint), including complex and re-operation cases. He is also highly proficient in managing congenital cataracts, performing lens aspirations with or without intraocular lens implantation, and conducting examinations under anaesthesia for the monitoring and treatment of paediatric glaucoma.
In addition to his surgical responsibilities, Dr Emara plays a pivotal role in the management of retinal conditions in children. His expertise extends to the laser treatment of retinal tumours, such as retinoblastoma, and the management of Coats' disease. As a senior medical professional, he is dedicated to advancing eye care standards and providing comprehensive treatment plans tailored to the unique needs of infants and children.

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

— Dr Khalid Emara

Education & training

  1. 2012–2018 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de València, Dhahran (SA)
  2. 2018–2022 Residency · Ophthalmology
    Universidad de Sevilla, Dhahran (SA)
  3. 2022–2023 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Karolinska Stockholm, SE

Career & appointments

  1. 2022-09–2023-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de València Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-817819 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-43D8E8E3 · issued 2023 · renewal 2033
Malpractice insurance: AXA Healthcare Liability · 5,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 419
Annual physical exam 99395 1,541
Vaccination administration 90471 173
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,226

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 120 min in_clinic 810.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 30 min in_clinic 540.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Khalid Emara in consultation
IN OFFICE
Khalid Emara with the team
WITH TEAM
Khalid Emara at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 85s
Meet Khalid Emara

Research & publications

h-index: 6 · i10: 8

  1. European registry analysis of Ophthalmology outcomes
    Khalid Emara, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.9675/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 33165840 · cited by 19
  2. Outcomes of Ophthalmology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Khalid Emara, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.9782/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 31766393 · cited by 49
  3. European registry analysis of Ophthalmology outcomes
    Khalid Emara, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.5726/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 39218127 · cited by 15

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

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

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2023
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2023
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2023

Articles by this doctor

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

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · khalid.emara@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 Khalid Emara's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Khalid Emara 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 Khalid Emara is one of 609 ophthalmology doctors indexed in Saudi Arabia. Browse ophthalmology doctors in Saudi Arabia →

LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Dhahran 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 Dhahran 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 Khalid Emara specialise in?

    Khalid Emara specialises in Ophthalmology in Dhahran, SA.

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    Khalid Emara treats conditions within Ophthalmology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Khalid Emara practise?

    Khalid Emara practises in Dhahran, SA. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Khalid Emara speak?

    Khalid Emara speaks English, Arabic.

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