Trust score 8/100
Dr Lina El Kibbi
👤 14 years of experience
5,046+
Patients seen
14
Years in practice
4
Publications
2
Languages spoken
About
Dr Lina El Kibbi is a highly regarded Consultant Rheumatologist based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. She specialises in the diagnosis and management of complex autoimmune and inflammatory conditions that affect the joints, muscles, and connective tissues. With a dual focus on clinical excellence and patient empowerment, she is dedicated to providing comprehensive care for chronic rheumatic diseases, ensuring that patients receive the most up-to-date evidence-based treatments.
Her medical journey began at the American University of Beirut, where she obtained her medical degree and completed her fellowship training. Beyond her clinical practice, Dr El Kibbi is a prominent figure in medical academia. She serves as an Adjunct Associate Professor and holds senior leadership roles in medical education, including directing academic affairs and overseeing residency and internship training programmes. Her commitment to shaping the future of healthcare is evident in her active mentorship of junior doctors and medical students.
In her clinical work, Dr El Kibbi treats a wide spectrum of conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, psoriatic arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis. She also manages cases of gout and fibromyalgia. A passionate advocate for health literacy, she founded a regional awareness group to educate patients about arthritis and rheumatic diseases, striving to improve public understanding and health outcomes across the community.
Her medical journey began at the American University of Beirut, where she obtained her medical degree and completed her fellowship training. Beyond her clinical practice, Dr El Kibbi is a prominent figure in medical academia. She serves as an Adjunct Associate Professor and holds senior leadership roles in medical education, including directing academic affairs and overseeing residency and internship training programmes. Her commitment to shaping the future of healthcare is evident in her active mentorship of junior doctors and medical students.
In her clinical work, Dr El Kibbi treats a wide spectrum of conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, psoriatic arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis. She also manages cases of gout and fibromyalgia. A passionate advocate for health literacy, she founded a regional awareness group to educate patients about arthritis and rheumatic diseases, striving to improve public understanding and health outcomes across the community.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr Lina El Kibbi
Education & training
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2002–2008 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2008–2012 Residency · Rheumatology
Career & appointments
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2012-09–2013-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Rheumatology
Malpractice insurance:
AmTrust Europe · 3,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 1,549 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 2,611 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 1,187 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 1,556 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 540.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 60 min | in_clinic | 810.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 5 · i10: 8
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Long-term follow-up of Rheumatology across SA
DOI: 10.3617/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 34676841 · cited by 93
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Validation of clinical scoring in Rheumatology
DOI: 10.5646/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 36757810 · cited by 47
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Rheumatology European Annual Congress (Rheumatology) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Rheumatology National Society Meeting · Riyadh · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Rheumatology — Riyadh · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2013
- national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2013
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2013
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Rheumatology
- Awareness When should you see a rheumatology?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · lina.el.kibbi@euroclinics.example
Location
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Recent reviews
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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★★★★☆ ✓ Verified Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
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