Trust score 8/100
Dr. Raafat Yahya
👤 15 years of experience
2,215+
Patients seen
15
Years in practice
13
Publications
2
Languages spoken
About
Dr. Raafat R. Yahya, a Consultant Neurosurgeon at CMC Dubai, has 18 years of experience in neurosurgery, with a focus on pediatric neurosurgery and a wide range of nervous system pathologies. He trained at the American University of Beirut and furthered his expertise in Neuro Oncology and Pediatric Neurosurgery in the USA.
Dr. Yahya specializes in surgical treatments for brain and spinal cord tumors, degenerative diseases, and employs advanced techniques for preserving function during surgery.
Dr. Yahya specializes in surgical treatments for brain and spinal cord tumors, degenerative diseases, and employs advanced techniques for preserving function during surgery.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr. Raafat Yahya
Education & training
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2001–2007 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2007–2011 Residency · Neurosurgery
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2011–2012 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Career & appointments
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2011-09–2012-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Neurosurgery
Malpractice insurance:
AXA Healthcare Liability · 1,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 542 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 1,224 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 2,040 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 1,791 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 120 min | in_clinic | 180.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 30 min | in_clinic | 450.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 6 · i10: 9
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Outcomes of Neurosurgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.4215/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 34104898 · cited by 158
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European registry analysis of Neurosurgery outcomes
DOI: 10.7435/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 35056285 · cited by 140
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Neurosurgery European Annual Congress (Neurosurgery) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Neurosurgery National Society Meeting · Dubai · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Neurosurgery — Dubai · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2012
- national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2012
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2012
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Neurosurgery
- Awareness When should you see a neurosurgery?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · raafat.yahya@euroclinics.example
Location
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Recent reviews
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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★★★★☆ ✓ Verified Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
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