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Dr Nayef Ghanim

Rheumatology Riyadh

Dr Nayef Ghanim

10 years of experience

12,425+
Patients seen
10
Years in practice
5
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Nayef Ghanim at a glance

Dr Nayef Ghanim is a Rheumatology 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, 2012). Serves patients in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Nayef Ghanim is a highly regarded Consultant Rheumatologist dedicated to providing exceptional care to his patients. With a compassionate and patient-centred approach, he focuses on diagnosing and managing a wide range of rheumatic conditions. Dr Ghanim is committed to improving the quality of life for those under his care, ensuring that each patient receives a tailored treatment plan suited to their individual needs.
In his academic and professional journey, Dr Ghanim has achieved significant milestones. He holds a Doctor of Medicine degree and is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada. Furthermore, he is certified by both the American Board of Rheumatology and the Canadian Board of Rheumatology. These prestigious qualifications reflect his dedication to maintaining the highest standards of medical practice and staying at the forefront of his speciality.
Throughout his career, Dr Ghanim has developed a strong clinical interest in managing complex autoimmune and inflammatory disorders. He has extensive expertise in treating rheumatoid arthritis and various forms of joint inflammation. By utilising evidence-based therapies and advanced diagnostic techniques, he strives to alleviate pain, prevent joint damage, and restore mobility for his patients, offering them reassurance and comprehensive support.

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

— Dr Nayef Ghanim

Education & training

  1. 2006–2012 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de València, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2012–2016 Residency · Rheumatology
    Universitat de València, Riyadh (SA)

Career & appointments

  1. 2016-09–2017-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de València Teaching Hospital — Rheumatology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-104638 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Rheumatology
#EB-7D49F69E · issued 2017 · renewal 2027
Malpractice insurance: AmTrust Europe · 4,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 730
Annual physical exam 99395 132
Vaccination administration 90471 2,724
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 547

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 540.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 60 min in_clinic 810.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Nayef Ghanim in consultation
IN OFFICE
Nayef Ghanim with the team
WITH TEAM
Nayef Ghanim at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 136s
Meet Nayef Ghanim

Research & publications

h-index: 16 · i10: 9

  1. Validation of clinical scoring in Rheumatology
    Nayef Ghanim, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.6508/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 32178362 · cited by 130
  2. Long-term follow-up of Rheumatology across SA
    Nayef Ghanim, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.7279/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 37388024 · cited by 56
  3. Validation of clinical scoring in Rheumatology
    Nayef Ghanim, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.9452/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 30145856 · cited by 166
  4. Long-term follow-up of Rheumatology across SA
    Nayef Ghanim, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.4970/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 31742827 · cited by 108

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 2017
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2017
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2017

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Rheumatology
  • Awareness When should you see a rheumatology?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · nayef.ghanim@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 Nayef Ghanim's Areas of Specialty

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

Rheumatology

Joint, muscle and autoimmune disorders including RA, lupus, gout and chronic pain.

Dr Nayef Ghanim is one of 103 rheumatology doctors indexed in Saudi Arabia. Browse rheumatology 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 Nayef Ghanim specialise in?

    Nayef Ghanim specialises in Rheumatology in Riyadh, SA.

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  • Where does Nayef Ghanim practise?

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    Nayef Ghanim speaks English, Arabic.

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