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Dr Maher Altarifi
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Dr Maher Altarifi

Ophthalmology · Jeddah

👤 11 years of experience

10,322+ Patients seen
11 Years in practice
12 Publications
2 Languages spoken

About

Dr Maher Altarifi is a dedicated Consultant Psychiatrist who provides compassionate and expert care to his patients. He is committed to creating a supportive and understanding environment, helping individuals navigate their mental health with professionalism and empathy. His approach is centred on delivering personalised care tailored to the unique needs of each patient.
Dr Altarifi obtained his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery degree from King Abdulaziz University in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, in 2010. He later completed his residency in General Psychiatry in Miami. He holds the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
With a focus on evidence-based treatments, Dr Altarifi offers comprehensive psychiatric assessments and management. He is dedicated to helping his patients achieve mental well-being and improve their quality of life through thoughtful and effective therapeutic strategies.

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

— Dr Maher Altarifi

Education & training

  1. 2005–2011 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Sevilla, Jeddah (SA)
  2. 2011–2015 Residency · Ophthalmology
    UAB Barcelona, Jeddah (SA)
  3. 2015–2016 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Royal Marsden London, UK

Career & appointments

  1. 2015-09–2016-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-788092 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-CF22A13C · 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 2,757
Annual physical exam 99395 1,235
Vaccination administration 90471 1,811
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,044

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 180.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 60 min in_clinic 450.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

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

Videos

introduction · 107s
Meet Maher Altarifi

Research & publications

h-index: 7 · i10: 3

  1. European registry analysis of Ophthalmology outcomes
    Maher Altarifi, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.3124/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 36712969 · cited by 149
  2. Outcomes of Ophthalmology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Maher Altarifi, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.4101/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 35287725 · cited by 191

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Ophthalmology — Jeddah · 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 Ophthalmology
  • Awareness When should you see a ophthalmology?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · maher.altarifi@euroclinics.example

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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.

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Maher Altarifi at a glance

Dr Maher Altarifi is a Ophthalmology practitioner based in Jeddah, SA, practising at Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad de Sevilla (MD, 2011). Serves patients in Jeddah, SA and the surrounding area.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Dr Maher Altarifi's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Maher Altarifi treats, with the size of the national pool of SA doctors offering the same care.

Ophthalmology

Eye care including refractive surgery, cataracts, glaucoma, retinal disease and paediatric vision.

Dr Maher Altarifi is one of 609 ophthalmology doctors indexed in SA. Browse ophthalmology doctors in SA →

LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Jeddah matters

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    Maher Altarifi specialises in Ophthalmology in Jeddah, SA.

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    Maher Altarifi treats conditions within Ophthalmology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

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    Maher Altarifi speaks English, Arabic.

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