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Dr Mohamed Elashkar

Ophthalmology Riyadh

Dr Mohamed Elashkar

4 years of experience

13,388+
Patients seen
4
Years in practice
7
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Mohamed Elashkar at a glance

Dr Mohamed Elashkar is an Ophthalmology practitioner based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, practising at Universitat de València Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universitat de València (MD, 2018). Serves patients in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Mohamed Elashkar is a dedicated Ophthalmologist, committed to providing comprehensive eye care to his patients. He offers a professional and reassuring approach, ensuring that those under his care feel comfortable and well-informed throughout their treatment journey. Dr Elashkar is focused on diagnosing and managing a wide range of eye conditions.
His clinical practice encompasses the diagnosis and follow-up of various ocular health issues. These include conditions such as cataracts and glaucoma. Furthermore, he is proficient in conducting regular examinations for diabetic patients to monitor for and manage diabetic retinopathy and other related retinal diseases. Dr Elashkar also addresses inflammatory and allergic eye conditions.
Dr Elashkar earned his Master's degree in Ophthalmology and Ophthalmic Surgery from Al-Azhar University. He is licensed by the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties, underscoring his commitment to upholding high standards of medical practice.

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

— Dr Mohamed Elashkar

Education & training

  1. 2012–2018 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de València, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2018–2022 Residency · Ophthalmology
    UAB Barcelona, Riyadh (SA)
  3. 2022–2023 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Mayo Clinic, US

Career & appointments

  1. 2022-09–2023-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de València Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-344468 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-502C3210 · issued 2023 · renewal 2033
Malpractice insurance: Generali Healthcare · 2,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,874
Annual physical exam 99395 1,692
Vaccination administration 90471 204
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,155

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

Office, team & in practice

Mohamed Elashkar in consultation
IN OFFICE
Mohamed Elashkar with the team
WITH TEAM
Mohamed Elashkar at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 95s
Meet Mohamed Elashkar

Research & publications

h-index: 6 · i10: 8

  1. European registry analysis of Ophthalmology outcomes
    Mohamed Elashkar, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.2452/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 31826355 · cited by 82
  2. Outcomes of Ophthalmology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Mohamed Elashkar, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.6704/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 32122588 · cited by 72
  3. European registry analysis of Ophthalmology outcomes
    Mohamed Elashkar, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.6548/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 33500265 · cited by 118

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

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

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2023
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2023
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2023

Articles by this doctor

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

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · mohamed.elashkar@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 Mohamed Elashkar's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Mohamed Elashkar 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.

Dr Mohamed Elashkar is one of 609 ophthalmology doctors indexed in Saudi Arabia. Browse ophthalmology doctors in Saudi Arabia →

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 Mohamed Elashkar specialise in?

    Mohamed Elashkar specialises in Ophthalmology in Riyadh, SA.

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    Mohamed Elashkar treats conditions within Ophthalmology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Mohamed Elashkar practise?

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

  • What languages does Mohamed Elashkar speak?

    Mohamed Elashkar speaks Arabic.

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