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Dr Raafat Shegdar

Psychiatry Al Madinah Al Munawwarah

Dr Raafat Shegdar

13 years of experience

11,044+
Patients seen
13
Years in practice
10
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Raafat Shegdar at a glance

Dr Raafat Shegdar is a Psychiatry practitioner based in Al Madinah Al Munawwarah, Saudi Arabia, practising at Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on psychiatric evaluation, medication management, cbt session (45m), family therapy. Educated at Universidad de Sevilla (MD, 2009). Serves patients in Al Madinah Al Munawwarah, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Raafat Shegdar is a dedicated Assistant Professor within a department of internal medicine. He is committed to providing thoughtful and comprehensive care to his patients, approaching each case with a high level of professionalism and a reassuring demeanour. His focus is on creating a supportive environment where patients can feel comfortable and understood.
Dr Shegdar's approach to patient care is centred on evidence-based practices, ensuring that individuals receive the most current and effective treatments available. He is a respected academic who contributes to the education of future medical professionals, staying at the forefront of medical advancements to benefit his patients.
With a specialisation in Psychiatry, Dr Shegdar possesses a deep understanding of mental health. He is dedicated to helping patients navigate their mental wellness journeys with empathy and expertise, offering guidance and support tailored to their individual needs.

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

— Dr Raafat Shegdar

Education & training

  1. 2003–2009 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Sevilla, AL Madinah AL Munawwarah (SA)
  2. 2009–2013 Residency · Psychiatry
    Universitat de Barcelona, AL Madinah AL Munawwarah (SA)

Career & appointments

  1. 2013-09–2014-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital — Psychiatry

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-934501 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Psychiatry
#EB-288B7FD6 · issued 2014 · renewal 2024
Malpractice insurance: AXA Healthcare Liability · 4,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
Psychiatric evaluation 90791 2,386
Medication management 90833 829
CBT session (45m) 90834 1,906
Family therapy 90847 1,447

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) 120 min in_clinic 1,080.00 EUR
Family therapy 90 min in_clinic 540.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Raafat Shegdar in consultation
IN OFFICE
Raafat Shegdar with the team
WITH TEAM
Raafat Shegdar at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 73s
Meet Raafat Shegdar

Research & publications

h-index: 13 · i10: 12

  1. Long-term follow-up of Psychiatry across SA
    Raafat Shegdar, et al. · British Journal of Psychiatry, 2026
    DOI: 10.3163/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 36778524 · cited by 151
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Psychiatry
    Raafat Shegdar, et al. · British Journal of Psychiatry, 2025
    DOI: 10.8640/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 39333120 · cited by 109

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Psychiatry — AL Madinah AL Munawwarah · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • European Psychiatric Association — Member · Since 2014
  • World Psychiatric Association — Member · Since 2014
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2014

Articles by this doctor

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

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · raafat.shegdar@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 Raafat Shegdar's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Raafat Shegdar 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 Raafat Shegdar is one of 322 psychiatry doctors indexed in Saudi Arabia. Browse psychiatry doctors in Saudi Arabia →

LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Al Madinah Al Munawwarah 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 Al Madinah Al Munawwarah 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 Raafat Shegdar specialise in?

    Raafat Shegdar specialises in Psychiatry in AL Madinah AL Munawwarah, SA.

  • What conditions does Raafat Shegdar treat?

    Raafat Shegdar treats conditions within Psychiatry. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Raafat Shegdar practise?

    Raafat Shegdar practises in AL Madinah AL Munawwarah, SA. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Raafat Shegdar speak?

    Raafat Shegdar speaks English, Arabic.

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