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Dr Lujayn Akbar

Rheumatology Al Khobar

Dr Lujayn Akbar

11 years of experience

12,541+
Patients seen
11
Years in practice
7
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Lujayn Akbar at a glance

Dr Lujayn Akbar is a Rheumatology 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, 2011). Serves patients in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Lujayn Akbar is a dedicated medical professional specialising in the field of Paediatric Rheumatology. She is committed to providing comprehensive care for young patients with rheumatic diseases, focusing on accurate diagnosis, effective treatment, and improving their quality of life. Dr Akbar maintains a patient-centred approach, ensuring that children and their families are well-informed and supported throughout their healthcare journey.
Her clinical expertise covers a range of conditions, including Systemic Lupus Erythematosus and Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis. Dr Akbar is also interested in rare conditions such as Familial Glucocorticoid Deficiency and Hajdu-Cheney Syndrome. She is dedicated to staying at the forefront of her field to provide the best possible outcomes for her patients.
Dr Akbar earned her Bachelor of Medicine from Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University (formerly the University of Dammam) between 2007 and 2013. Her specialisation is in Paediatric Rheumatology, a field in which she remains actively engaged through continued learning and professional development.

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

— Dr Lujayn Akbar

Education & training

  1. 2005–2011 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de València, Al Khobar (SA)
  2. 2011–2015 Residency · Rheumatology
    UAB Barcelona, Al Khobar (SA)
  3. 2015–2016 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Mayo Clinic, US

Career & appointments

  1. 2015-09–2016-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de València Teaching Hospital — Rheumatology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-44714 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Rheumatology
#EB-DF0F79C7 · issued 2016 · renewal 2026
Malpractice insurance: AXA Healthcare Liability · 2,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 980
Annual physical exam 99395 394
Vaccination administration 90471 330
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,261

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

Lujayn Akbar in consultation
IN OFFICE
Lujayn Akbar with the team
WITH TEAM
Lujayn Akbar at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 102s
Meet Lujayn Akbar

Research & publications

h-index: 18 · i10: 7

  1. European registry analysis of Rheumatology outcomes
    Lujayn Akbar, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.2263/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 35624899 · cited by 68
  2. Outcomes of Rheumatology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Lujayn Akbar, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.3676/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 33881055 · cited by 46

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

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

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2016
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2016
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2016

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Rheumatology
  • Awareness When should you see a rheumatology?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · lujayn.akbar@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 Lujayn Akbar's Areas of Specialty

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

Rheumatology

Joint, muscle and autoimmune disorders including RA, lupus, gout and chronic pain.

Dr Lujayn Akbar is one of 103 rheumatology doctors indexed in Saudi Arabia. Browse rheumatology 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 Lujayn Akbar specialise in?

    Lujayn Akbar specialises in Rheumatology in Al Khobar, SA.

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    Lujayn Akbar treats conditions within Rheumatology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Lujayn Akbar practise?

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    Lujayn Akbar speaks English, Arabic.

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