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Dr Raed Bitar

Rheumatology Riyadh

Dr Raed Bitar

10 years of experience

5,777+
Patients seen
10
Years in practice
11
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Raed Bitar at a glance

Dr Raed Bitar is a Rheumatology practitioner based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, practising at Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad Complutense de Madrid (MD, 2012). Serves patients in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

VERIFIED PHYSICIAN PROFILE · UPDATED MAY 2026

About

Dr Raed Bitar is a dedicated General Practitioner with a focus on providing comprehensive medical care to adults and children. He is committed to managing a wide range of health concerns, from common illnesses to more complex internal medicine and musculoskeletal conditions, ensuring his patients receive thorough and compassionate attention.
His approach is centred on understanding the complete health profile of each patient. Dr Bitar is skilled in diagnosing and treating a variety of ailments, including internal diseases and issues related to bones and joints. He applies his broad medical knowledge to support the health and wellbeing of every individual he treats, fostering a reassuring and professional environment for his patients.
Dr Bitar earned his bachelor's degree in General Medicine from Tishreen University. He is focused on delivering high-quality care and staying current with medical advancements to best serve his patients' needs. His background equips him to handle diverse medical situations, making him a reliable healthcare provider for families.

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

— Dr Raed Bitar

Education & training

  1. 2006–2012 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2012–2016 Residency · Rheumatology
    Universidad de Navarra, Riyadh (SA)

Career & appointments

  1. 2016-09–2017-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital — Rheumatology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-950527 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Rheumatology
#EB-2C9BB92F · issued 2017 · renewal 2027
Malpractice insurance: Allianz Professional · 1,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 856
Annual physical exam 99395 1,902
Vaccination administration 90471 2,334
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,017

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 360.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 60 min in_clinic 270.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Raed Bitar in consultation
IN OFFICE
Raed Bitar with the team
WITH TEAM
Raed Bitar at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 122s
Meet Raed Bitar

Research & publications

h-index: 12 · i10: 2

  1. Validation of clinical scoring in Rheumatology
    Raed Bitar, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.4097/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 31807517 · cited by 112
  2. Long-term follow-up of Rheumatology across SA
    Raed Bitar, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.4100/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 34099860 · cited by 122

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 2026-03-21 · 8 min read
  • Awareness When should you see a rheumatology? 2026-01-24 · 10 min read

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · raed.bitar@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 Raed Bitar's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Raed Bitar 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 Raed Bitar 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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Frequently asked questions

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  • What does Raed Bitar specialise in?

    Raed Bitar specialises in Rheumatology in Riyadh, SA.

  • What conditions does Raed Bitar treat?

    Raed Bitar treats conditions within Rheumatology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Raed Bitar practise?

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

  • What languages does Raed Bitar speak?

    Raed Bitar speaks English, Arabic.

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