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Dr Khalid Eskander

Cardiothoracic Surgery Dammam

Dr Khalid Eskander

2 years of experience

6,732+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
6
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Khalid Eskander at a glance

Dr Khalid Eskander is a Cardiothoracic Surgery practitioner based in Dammam, 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, 2021). Serves patients in Dammam, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

VERIFIED PHYSICIAN PROFILE · UPDATED MAY 2026

About

Dr Khalid Eskander is a distinguished Consultant Cardiac Surgeon based in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. With a robust career dedicated to cardiovascular medicine, he specialises in complex surgical interventions for patients with heart conditions. His expertise encompasses a broad spectrum of cardiac care, ranging from general adult cardiac surgery to the management of congenital heart defects. He is recognised for his commitment to clinical excellence and his role in advancing cardiac healthcare standards within the region.
Throughout his professional journey, Dr Eskander has held significant leadership positions, overseeing medical teams and ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care. His experience extends to the strategic management of cardiac units, where he has championed the implementation of international quality standards and accreditation processes. He advocates for a multidisciplinary approach to treatment, working closely with colleagues to provide comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
In his clinical practice, Dr Eskander focuses on life-saving procedures such as open-heart surgery, valve repairs, and replacements. He maintains a strong interest in the latest surgical techniques and technologies designed to improve patient outcomes and recovery times. His dedication to the field is evident in his continuous engagement with medical developments and his efforts to enhance the scope of cardiac services available to the community.

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

— Dr Khalid Eskander

Education & training

  1. 2015–2021 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de Barcelona, Dammam (SA)
  2. 2021–2025 Residency · Cardiothoracic Surgery
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Dammam (SA)
  3. 2025–2026 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Karolinska Stockholm, SE

Career & appointments

  1. 2025-09–2026-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Cardiothoracic Surgery

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-644396 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Cardiothoracic Surgery
#EB-D412D9DF · issued 2026 · renewal 2036
Malpractice insurance: AmTrust Europe · 4,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,950
Annual physical exam 99395 984
Vaccination administration 90471 712
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,671

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 720.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 90 min in_clinic 630.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

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

Videos

introduction · 95s
Meet Khalid Eskander

Research & publications

h-index: 7 · i10: 13

  1. Outcomes of Cardiothoracic Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Khalid Eskander, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.4000/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 38410123 · cited by 158
  2. European registry analysis of Cardiothoracic Surgery outcomes
    Khalid Eskander, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.7581/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 30202495 · cited by 28

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

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

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2026
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2026
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2026

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Cardiothoracic Surgery 2026-03-06 · 5 min read
  • Awareness When should you see a cardiothoracic surgery? 2026-01-17 · 9 min read

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · khalid.eskander@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 Eskander's Areas of Specialty

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

Cardiothoracic Surgery

Dr Khalid Eskander is one of 127 cardiothoracic surgery doctors indexed in Saudi Arabia. Browse cardiothoracic surgery doctors in Saudi Arabia →

LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Dammam 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 Dammam 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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    Khalid Eskander specialises in Cardiothoracic Surgery in Dammam, SA.

  • What conditions does Khalid Eskander treat?

    Khalid Eskander treats conditions within Cardiothoracic Surgery. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Khalid Eskander practise?

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  • What languages does Khalid Eskander speak?

    Khalid Eskander speaks English, Arabic.

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