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Dr Maher Al Mlees

Ophthalmology Al Madinah Al Munawwarah

Dr Maher Al Mlees

12 years of experience

6,195+
Patients seen
12
Years in practice
11
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Maher Al Mlees at a glance

Dr Maher Al Mlees is an Ophthalmology practitioner based in Al Madinah Al Munawwarah, 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, 2010). Serves patients in Al Madinah Al Munawwarah, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Maher Al Mlees is a highly qualified Consultant Ophthalmologist with a sub-specialty interest in vitreo-retinal diseases and surgery. He possesses extensive clinical expertise in the diagnosis and management of complex eye conditions, providing advanced care for patients requiring surgical intervention. His approach focuses on preserving and restoring vision through evidence-based medical practices and the utilisation of modern diagnostic technologies.
His medical training is underpinned by a robust academic foundation. Dr Al Mlees obtained his Doctor of Medicine degree from Damascus University in Syria and subsequently achieved the status of Consultant in Ophthalmic Disease and Surgery from the Ministry of Health, Syria. He further advanced his qualifications by earning a Fellowship from the Royal College of Surgeons of Glasgow in the United Kingdom and holds the Arab Board of Health Specialisations, demonstrating his commitment to international standards of medical excellence.
In his daily practice, Dr Al Mlees specialises in performing intricate procedures such as vitreo-retinal surgeries and phacoemulsification with intraocular lens (IOL) implantation for cataract patients. He is also adept in the medical and surgical management of retinal detachment and diabetic retinopathy, utilising laser therapies and intravitreal injections. Furthermore, his scope of practice includes refractive corrections and the management of glaucoma, ensuring comprehensive ocular health for his patients.

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

— Dr Maher Al Mlees

Education & training

  1. 2004–2010 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de Barcelona, AL Madinah AL Munawwarah (SA)
  2. 2010–2014 Residency · Ophthalmology
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, AL Madinah AL Munawwarah (SA)
  3. 2014–2015 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Karolinska Stockholm, SE

Career & appointments

  1. 2014-09–2015-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-171526 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-04105F31 · issued 2015 · renewal 2025
Malpractice insurance: Generali Healthcare · 2,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,231
Annual physical exam 99395 2,641
Vaccination administration 90471 785
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,142

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 810.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 90 min in_clinic 540.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Maher Al Mlees in consultation
IN OFFICE
Maher Al Mlees with the team
WITH TEAM
Maher Al Mlees at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 142s
Meet Maher Al Mlees

Research & publications

h-index: 6 · i10: 8

  1. Outcomes of Ophthalmology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Maher Al Mlees, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.3768/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 39452440 · cited by 71
  2. European registry analysis of Ophthalmology outcomes
    Maher Al Mlees, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.7852/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 31907781 · cited by 53
  3. Outcomes of Ophthalmology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Maher Al Mlees, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.8311/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 33908041 · cited by 155
  4. European registry analysis of Ophthalmology outcomes
    Maher Al Mlees, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2022
    DOI: 10.2642/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 32000690 · cited by 89

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Ophthalmology — AL Madinah AL Munawwarah · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2015
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2015
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2015

Articles by this doctor

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

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · maher.al.mlees@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 Maher Al Mlees's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Maher Al Mlees 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.

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Al Madinah Al Munawwarah 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 Madinah Al Munawwarah 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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