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Dr Mohamad Hawchar

Gastroenterology Riyadh

Dr Mohamad Hawchar

9 years of experience

4,661+
Patients seen
9
Years in practice
5
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Mohamad Hawchar at a glance

Dr Mohamad Hawchar is a Gastroenterology practitioner based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, practising at Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad Complutense de Madrid (MD, 2013). Serves patients in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Mohamad Hawchar is a highly experienced Consultant Gastroenterologist currently practising in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. With a strong background in internal medicine and gastroenterology, he is dedicated to providing comprehensive care for patients with a wide range of digestive system disorders. His approach combines clinical expertise with a compassionate bedside manner, ensuring that each patient receives a tailored treatment plan.
Dr Hawchar earned his Doctor of Medicine and completed his advanced medical training at the prestigious American University of Beirut Medical Center in Lebanon. During his time there, he developed a robust foundation in both general internal medicine and specialised gastroenterological care. He has also been actively involved in clinical research, contributing to medical literature on topics such as gastric polyps and medication-induced colopathy, which reflects his commitment to staying at the forefront of his field.
In his clinical practice, Dr Hawchar specialises in the diagnosis and management of complex gastrointestinal conditions, including inflammatory bowel disease, gastrointestinal bleeding, and colonic strictures. He is highly skilled in performing advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, such as gastroscopy, colonoscopy, endosonography, and balloon dilatation. By utilising state-of-the-art endoscopic techniques, he strives to deliver accurate diagnoses and effective, minimally invasive treatments for his patients.

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

— Dr Mohamad Hawchar

Education & training

  1. 2007–2013 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2013–2017 Residency · Gastroenterology
    Universidad de Sevilla, Riyadh (SA)
  3. 2017–2018 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Royal Marsden London, UK

Career & appointments

  1. 2017-09–2018-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital — Gastroenterology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-488410 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Gastroenterology
#EB-EBF8829C · issued 2018 · renewal 2028
Malpractice insurance: Allianz Professional · 1,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,279
Annual physical exam 99395 905
Vaccination administration 90471 1,305
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,246

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 720.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 60 min in_clinic 630.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Mohamad Hawchar in consultation
IN OFFICE
Mohamad Hawchar with the team
WITH TEAM
Mohamad Hawchar at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 112s
Meet Mohamad Hawchar

Research & publications

h-index: 20 · i10: 14

  1. European registry analysis of Gastroenterology outcomes
    Mohamad Hawchar, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.8025/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 31109215 · cited by 175
  2. Outcomes of Gastroenterology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Mohamad Hawchar, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.4033/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 37151768 · cited by 69
  3. European registry analysis of Gastroenterology outcomes
    Mohamad Hawchar, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.8180/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 39791105 · cited by 91
  4. Outcomes of Gastroenterology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Mohamad Hawchar, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2022
    DOI: 10.3649/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 34051293 · cited by 185

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Gastroenterology — Riyadh · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2018
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2018
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2018

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Gastroenterology
  • Awareness When should you see a gastroenterology?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · mohamad.hawchar@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 Mohamad Hawchar's Areas of Specialty

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

Gastroenterology

Digestive-tract conditions including reflux, IBS, IBD, liver disease and colorectal screening.

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Riyadh 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 Riyadh 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 Mohamad Hawchar specialise in?

    Mohamad Hawchar specialises in Gastroenterology in Riyadh, SA.

  • What conditions does Mohamad Hawchar treat?

    Mohamad Hawchar treats conditions within Gastroenterology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Mohamad Hawchar practise?

    Mohamad Hawchar practises in Riyadh, SA. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Mohamad Hawchar speak?

    Mohamad Hawchar speaks English, Arabic.

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