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Dr Nafisa Abdelhafiz

Oncology Riyadh

Dr Nafisa Abdelhafiz

5 years of experience

12,202+
Patients seen
5
Years in practice
13
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Nafisa Abdelhafiz at a glance

Dr Nafisa Abdelhafiz is an Oncology 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, 2017). Serves patients in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Nafisa Abdelhafiz is a highly regarded Consultant in Adult Medical Oncology, currently practising at the Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. With a steadfast commitment to delivering advanced cancer care, she plays a pivotal role in the diagnosis and management of complex oncological conditions. Her approach is deeply rooted in evidence-based medicine, ensuring that patients receive treatment plans aligned with the latest international clinical guidelines.
She possesses specialised expertise in the management of thoracic malignancies, including lung cancer, as well as gastrointestinal tumours such as colorectal cancer. Dr Abdelhafiz is a strong advocate for the multidisciplinary team approach, regularly participating in tumour boards to collaborate with surgeons, radiologists, and pathologists. This collaborative strategy allows her to formulate comprehensive, personalised care pathways that address the unique needs of every patient under her supervision.
Professionally, Dr Abdelhafiz is a Member of the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland (MRCPI), a qualification that underscores her rigorous training and adherence to high medical standards. Beyond her clinical duties, she is actively involved in medical research, having contributed to studies focused on oncology practice guidelines and the well-being of healthcare professionals. Her dual focus on clinical excellence and academic contribution highlights her dedication to improving patient outcomes in the field of oncology.

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

— Dr Nafisa Abdelhafiz

Education & training

  1. 2011–2017 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de València, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2017–2021 Residency · Oncology
    UAB Barcelona, Riyadh (SA)
  3. 2021–2022 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    AP-HP Paris, FR

Career & appointments

  1. 2021-09–2022-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de València Teaching Hospital — Oncology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-314117 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Oncology
#EB-9D02DE89 · issued 2022 · renewal 2032
Malpractice insurance: AmTrust Europe · 4,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,517
Annual physical exam 99395 403
Vaccination administration 90471 1,835
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,756

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 30 min in_clinic 360.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 120 min in_clinic 270.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Nafisa Abdelhafiz in consultation
IN OFFICE
Nafisa Abdelhafiz with the team
WITH TEAM
Nafisa Abdelhafiz at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 81s
Meet Nafisa Abdelhafiz

Research & publications

h-index: 4 · i10: 14

  1. Outcomes of Oncology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Nafisa Abdelhafiz, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.8386/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 38512157 · cited by 101
  2. European registry analysis of Oncology outcomes
    Nafisa Abdelhafiz, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.1244/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 39052314 · cited by 143
  3. Outcomes of Oncology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Nafisa Abdelhafiz, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.3292/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 38141814 · cited by 9

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Oncology — 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 Oncology
  • Awareness When should you see a oncology?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · nafisa.abdelhafiz@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 Nafisa Abdelhafiz's Areas of Specialty

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

Oncology

Cancer diagnosis and treatment including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy and survivorship care.

Dr Nafisa Abdelhafiz is one of 265 oncology doctors indexed in Saudi Arabia. Browse oncology 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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    Nafisa Abdelhafiz specialises in Oncology in Riyadh, SA.

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    Nafisa Abdelhafiz speaks English, Arabic.

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