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Dr Manel Ben Chihaoui
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Dr Manel Ben Chihaoui

Rheumatology · Riyadh

👤 14 years of experience

3,276+ Patients seen
14 Years in practice
4 Publications
3 Languages spoken

About

Dr Manel Ben Chihaoui is a respected Consultant in the field of Rheumatology. She is dedicated to providing comprehensive care for adult patients, focusing on the diagnosis and management of a wide range of rheumatological and autoimmune diseases. Dr Ben Chihaoui is skilled in performing therapeutic procedures such as local joint injections to alleviate symptoms and improve patient quality of life.
Her approach to patient care includes the use of biological therapies for autoimmune conditions and the thorough diagnosis and management of osteoporosis. She also emphasises the importance of rehabilitation and physiotherapy for various musculoskeletal disorders to ensure a holistic recovery process for her patients.
Dr Ben Chihaoui earned her Doctorate in Rheumatology from the Tunisian University of Medicine. She furthered her expertise with an Inter-University degree in bone diseases from Paris University and a Certificate of Specialised Training in Rheumatology from Lille University in France. Dr Ben Chihaoui is a member of the American College of Rheumatology, reflecting her commitment to staying current with advancements in her field.

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

— Dr Manel Ben Chihaoui

Education & training

  1. 2002–2008 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    UAB Barcelona, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2008–2012 Residency · Rheumatology
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Riyadh (SA)
  3. 2012–2013 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Cleveland Clinic, US

Career & appointments

  1. 2012-09–2013-08 Junior consultant
    UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Rheumatology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-264145 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Rheumatology
#EB-D0291016 · issued 2013 · renewal 2023
Malpractice insurance: HDI Global · 4,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,584
Annual physical exam 99395 1,758
Vaccination administration 90471 1,622
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,321

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

Office, team & in practice

Manel Ben Chihaoui in consultation
IN OFFICE
Manel Ben Chihaoui with the team
WITH TEAM
Manel Ben Chihaoui at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 137s
Meet Manel Ben Chihaoui

Research & publications

h-index: 7 · i10: 8

  1. Outcomes of Rheumatology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Manel Ben Chihaoui, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.3519/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 33869039 · cited by 192
  2. European registry analysis of Rheumatology outcomes
    Manel Ben Chihaoui, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.2103/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 32484099 · cited by 18
  3. Outcomes of Rheumatology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Manel Ben Chihaoui, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.8953/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 36413446 · cited by 164
  4. European registry analysis of Rheumatology outcomes
    Manel Ben Chihaoui, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2022
    DOI: 10.4625/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 34359268 · cited by 158

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 · manel.ben.chihaoui@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.

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