Trust score 8/100
Dr Maher Hassounah
👤 5 years of experience
4,935+
Patients seen
5
Years in practice
11
Publications
2
Languages spoken
About
Dr Maher Hassounah is a highly regarded Consultant Neurosurgeon who provides comprehensive neurosurgical care to his patients. With a deep commitment to patient well-being, he focuses on delivering advanced surgical interventions for complex neurological conditions. Dr Hassounah is known for his reassuring approach, ensuring that patients and their families are fully supported throughout their treatment journey.
Dr Hassounah completed his foundational medical education at King Saud University before advancing his surgical training. He holds the prestigious Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada, reflecting his high standard of clinical expertise. Furthermore, he is an active member of the medical community and has previously served as the Secretary General of the Saudi Association of Neurological Surgery, demonstrating his dedication to the advancement of his field.
In his clinical practice, Dr Hassounah specialises in the management of brain tumours, including meningiomas and adult gliomas, as well as the treatment of hydrocephalus and skull base conditions. Alongside his clinical work, he is deeply involved in medical education, having served as the director of a neurosurgery residency training programme. His dedication to training the next generation of surgeons highlights his commitment to the continuous improvement of neurosurgical care.
Dr Hassounah completed his foundational medical education at King Saud University before advancing his surgical training. He holds the prestigious Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada, reflecting his high standard of clinical expertise. Furthermore, he is an active member of the medical community and has previously served as the Secretary General of the Saudi Association of Neurological Surgery, demonstrating his dedication to the advancement of his field.
In his clinical practice, Dr Hassounah specialises in the management of brain tumours, including meningiomas and adult gliomas, as well as the treatment of hydrocephalus and skull base conditions. Alongside his clinical work, he is deeply involved in medical education, having served as the director of a neurosurgery residency training programme. His dedication to training the next generation of surgeons highlights his commitment to the continuous improvement of neurosurgical care.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr Maher Hassounah
Education & training
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2011–2017 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2017–2021 Residency · Neurosurgery
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2021–2022 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Career & appointments
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2021-09–2022-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Neurosurgery
Malpractice insurance:
Generali Healthcare · 2,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 1,961 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 543 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 2,999 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 2,200 |
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 | 30 min | in_clinic | 630.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 120 min | in_clinic | 720.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 18 · i10: 14
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European registry analysis of Neurosurgery outcomes
DOI: 10.8930/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 39933542 · cited by 41
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Outcomes of Neurosurgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.4572/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 38320564 · cited by 27
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European registry analysis of Neurosurgery outcomes
DOI: 10.2315/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 30845070 · cited by 101
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Outcomes of Neurosurgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.4937/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 31893163 · cited by 71
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Neurosurgery European Annual Congress (Neurosurgery) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Neurosurgery National Society Meeting · Riyadh · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Neurosurgery — Riyadh · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2022
- national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2022
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2022
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Neurosurgery
- Awareness When should you see a neurosurgery?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · maher.hassounah@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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