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Dr Nihal Erfan

Psychiatry Riyadh

Dr Nihal Erfan

6 years of experience

11,257+
Patients seen
6
Years in practice
5
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Nihal Erfan at a glance

Dr Nihal Erfan is a Psychiatry practitioner based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, practising at Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on psychiatric evaluation, medication management, cbt session (45m), family therapy. Educated at Universidad Complutense de Madrid (MD, 2016). Serves patients in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Nihal Erfan is a highly experienced Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist dedicated to the mental health and well-being of young people. She possesses a deep understanding of the developmental and psychological challenges faced by children and teenagers. Her practice is centred on providing comprehensive assessments and evidence-based treatments for a wide range of psychiatric conditions, ensuring that each patient receives tailored care suited to their unique needs.
Having completed her specialist training in Canada, Dr Erfan brings a North American standard of care to her practice in Saudi Arabia. Her international background has equipped her with advanced clinical skills and a broad perspective on mental health management. She is adept at diagnosing complex behavioural and emotional disorders, utilising a combination of therapeutic modalities to achieve the best possible outcomes for her patients.
Dr Erfan believes in a holistic and collaborative approach to treatment, often involving family members in the therapeutic process to support the child's recovery. She emphasises the importance of early diagnosis and intervention, working closely with parents to manage conditions such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), anxiety, and mood disorders. Her goal is to empower young patients to overcome their challenges and thrive in their daily lives.

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

— Dr Nihal Erfan

Education & training

  1. 2010–2016 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2016–2020 Residency · Psychiatry
    Universidad de Sevilla, Riyadh (SA)
  3. 2020–2021 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Charité Berlin, DE

Career & appointments

  1. 2020-09–2021-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital — Psychiatry

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-663764 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Psychiatry
#EB-D5A9D826 · issued 2021 · renewal 2031
Malpractice insurance: AXA Healthcare Liability · 4,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
Psychiatric evaluation 90791 2,898
Medication management 90833 1,005
CBT session (45m) 90834 1,506
Family therapy 90847 143

Services & pricing

ServiceDurationModalityPrice
New patient consultation (60m) 60 min in_clinic|telemed 360.00 EUR
Follow-up consultation (30m) 30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone 180.00 EUR
CBT session (45m) 90 min in_clinic 900.00 EUR
Family therapy 120 min in_clinic 1,440.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Nihal Erfan in consultation
IN OFFICE
Nihal Erfan with the team
WITH TEAM
Nihal Erfan at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 62s
Meet Nihal Erfan

Research & publications

h-index: 4 · i10: 10

  1. European registry analysis of Psychiatry outcomes
    Nihal Erfan, et al. · JAMA Psychiatry, 2025
    DOI: 10.7863/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 35475841 · cited by 127
  2. Outcomes of Psychiatry in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Nihal Erfan, et al. · JAMA Psychiatry, 2024
    DOI: 10.2409/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 33068727 · cited by 101
  3. European registry analysis of Psychiatry outcomes
    Nihal Erfan, et al. · British Journal of Psychiatry, 2023
    DOI: 10.2816/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 31101431 · cited by 147
  4. Outcomes of Psychiatry in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Nihal Erfan, et al. · JAMA Psychiatry, 2022
    DOI: 10.6693/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 32960036 · cited by 153

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

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

Society memberships

  • European Psychiatric Association — Member · Since 2021
  • World Psychiatric Association — Member · Since 2021
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2021

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Psychiatry
  • Awareness When should you see a psychiatry?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · nihal.erfan@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 Nihal Erfan's Areas of Specialty

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

Psychiatry

Mood, anxiety, sleep and psychotic disorders — diagnostic evaluation, medication management and therapy referral.

Dr Nihal Erfan is one of 322 psychiatry doctors indexed in Saudi Arabia. Browse psychiatry 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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Frequently asked questions

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  • What does Nihal Erfan specialise in?

    Nihal Erfan specialises in Psychiatry in Riyadh, SA.

  • What conditions does Nihal Erfan treat?

    Nihal Erfan treats conditions within Psychiatry. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Nihal Erfan practise?

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

  • What languages does Nihal Erfan speak?

    Nihal Erfan speaks English, Arabic.

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