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Dr Lara Tantawi

Ophthalmology Al Khobar

Dr Lara Tantawi

6 years of experience

3,656+
Patients seen
6
Years in practice
10
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Lara Tantawi at a glance

Dr Lara Tantawi is an Ophthalmology practitioner based in Al Khobar, 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, 2016). Serves patients in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Lara Al Tantawi is a Consultant Ophthalmologist providing dedicated care for patients with a wide range of eye conditions. She is committed to delivering a high standard of assessment and treatment, ensuring patients feel informed and supported throughout their care journey. Dr Al Tantawi focuses on creating personalised treatment plans tailored to the specific needs and circumstances of each individual.
Her clinical practice encompasses the management of various ocular health issues. Dr Al Tantawi is skilled in the assessment of optic neuropathy using advanced imaging and automated visual field tests. She also addresses conditions affecting the eyelids, such as lumps and chalazions, utilising both surgical and laser techniques.
Dr Al Tantawi provides comprehensive care for retinal conditions, including diabetic and hypertensive retinopathy, which are managed with treatments such as intravitreal injections and laser therapy. Furthermore, she is proficient in performing phacoemulsification surgery for cataracts, a modern procedure to restore vision. Her expertise also extends to the management of uveitis.

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

— Dr Lara Tantawi

Education & training

  1. 2010–2016 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de València, Al Khobar (SA)
  2. 2016–2020 Residency · Ophthalmology
    Universidad de Sevilla, Al Khobar (SA)
  3. 2020–2021 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Karolinska Stockholm, SE

Career & appointments

  1. 2020-09–2021-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de València Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-802367 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-CF073ED8 · issued 2021 · renewal 2031
Malpractice insurance: AXA Healthcare Liability · 4,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,310
Annual physical exam 99395 936
Vaccination administration 90471 720
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,223

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

Lara Tantawi in consultation
IN OFFICE
Lara Tantawi with the team
WITH TEAM
Lara Tantawi at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 135s
Meet Lara Tantawi

Research & publications

h-index: 7 · i10: 9

  1. Outcomes of Ophthalmology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Lara Tantawi, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.7810/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 32482560 · cited by 134
  2. European registry analysis of Ophthalmology outcomes
    Lara Tantawi, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.3962/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 37861839 · cited by 28

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

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

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2021
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2021
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2021

Articles by this doctor

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

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · lara.tantawi@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 Lara Tantawi's Areas of Specialty

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

LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Al Khobar 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 Al Khobar 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 Lara Tantawi specialise in?

    Lara Tantawi specialises in Ophthalmology in Al Khobar, SA.

  • What conditions does Lara Tantawi treat?

    Lara Tantawi treats conditions within Ophthalmology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Lara Tantawi practise?

    Lara Tantawi practises in Al Khobar, SA. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Lara Tantawi speak?

    Lara Tantawi speaks English, Arabic.

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