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Dr Rima Kaafarani

Paediatrics Jeddah

Dr Rima Kaafarani

4 years of experience

11,098+
Patients seen
4
Years in practice
14
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Rima Kaafarani at a glance

Dr Rima Kaafarani is a Paediatrics practitioner based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, practising at Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad de Sevilla (MD, 2018). Serves patients in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Rima Kaafarani is a highly dedicated Consultant Paediatrician who provides comprehensive medical care for infants, children, and adolescents. With a compassionate approach to healthcare, she is committed to ensuring the physical and emotional well-being of her young patients. Dr Kaafarani focuses on delivering evidence-based treatments while offering reassurance and guidance to parents and families throughout their healthcare journey.
Dr Kaafarani completed her rigorous medical education and specialised training in the field of Paediatrics, earning the necessary qualifications to practice as a Senior Specialist Paediatrician. She remains deeply involved in academic and professional development, frequently participating in continuous medical education. Furthermore, she serves as an instructor for specialised medical training, including perinatal nursing courses and paediatric webinars, reflecting her dedication to advancing medical knowledge and clinical standards.
In her clinical practice, Dr Kaafarani manages a wide range of childhood illnesses and developmental conditions. Her expertise encompasses general paediatric care, neonatal health, and perinatal care. She is adept at monitoring child growth and development, administering preventative care, and treating acute and chronic paediatric ailments, ensuring that every child receives tailored and effective medical attention.

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

— Dr Rima Kaafarani

Education & training

  1. 2012–2018 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Sevilla, Jeddah (SA)
  2. 2018–2022 Residency · Paediatrics
    Universidad de Sevilla, Jeddah (SA)
  3. 2022–2023 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Cleveland Clinic, US

Career & appointments

  1. 2022-09–2023-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital — Paediatrics

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-777659 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Paediatrics
#EB-93D0B2AA · issued 2023 · renewal 2033
Malpractice insurance: Generali Healthcare · 5,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 981
Annual physical exam 99395 1,227
Vaccination administration 90471 1,043
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,292

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 120 min in_clinic 360.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 30 min in_clinic 270.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Rima Kaafarani in consultation
IN OFFICE
Rima Kaafarani with the team
WITH TEAM
Rima Kaafarani at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 117s
Meet Rima Kaafarani

Research & publications

h-index: 15 · i10: 12

  1. Outcomes of Paediatrics in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Rima Kaafarani, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.8959/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 38363001 · cited by 37
  2. European registry analysis of Paediatrics outcomes
    Rima Kaafarani, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.9557/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 39363118 · cited by 95
  3. Outcomes of Paediatrics in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Rima Kaafarani, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.8088/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 39757689 · cited by 81
  4. European registry analysis of Paediatrics outcomes
    Rima Kaafarani, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2022
    DOI: 10.1690/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 35580598 · cited by 99

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Paediatrics — Jeddah · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2023
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2023
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2023

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Paediatrics
  • Awareness When should you see a paediatrics?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · rima.kaafarani@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 Rima Kaafarani's Areas of Specialty

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

Paediatrics

Infant, child and adolescent health — growth, vaccinations, common childhood illnesses and developmental concerns.

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Jeddah 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 Jeddah 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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    Rima Kaafarani speaks English, Arabic.

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