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Dr Sabry Aboughaly

Ophthalmology Riyadh

Dr Sabry Aboughaly

2 years of experience

3,667+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
11
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Sabry Aboughaly at a glance

Dr Sabry Aboughaly is an Ophthalmology practitioner based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, practising at UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at UAB Barcelona (MD, 2023). Serves patients in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Sabry Aboughaly is a Senior Consultant Ophthalmologist with a focus on paediatric ophthalmology, strabismus (squint), and oculoplastic surgery. He is dedicated to diagnosing and treating a wide range of eye conditions in both children and adults, utilising the latest medical technologies to ensure comprehensive patient care. His approach is centred on providing a reassuring and professional environment for all patients seeking specialised eye treatment.
Dr Aboughaly earned his MD in Ophthalmology from Alexandria College of Medicine in 1987. He furthered his credentials by becoming a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS) in Edinburgh in 1997, specialising in ophthalmology. Throughout his career, he has been actively involved in training residents and fellows and has contributed numerous presentations and papers to medical books and journals.
He performs a significant number of surgeries, including procedures for the anterior segment of the eye, such as phacoemulsification and various refractive surgeries. Dr Aboughaly is also proficient in numerous types of keratoplasty (corneal transplantation), corneal cross-linking, and the implantation of intraocular lenses to correct vision. His surgical expertise extends to squint, lacrimal (tear duct), and eyelid surgeries.

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

— Dr Sabry Aboughaly

Education & training

  1. 2017–2023 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    UAB Barcelona, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2023–2027 Residency · Ophthalmology
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Riyadh (SA)
  3. 2027–2028 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Cleveland Clinic, US

Career & appointments

  1. 2027-09–2028-08 Junior consultant
    UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-5505 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-291A608F · issued 2028 · renewal 2038
Malpractice insurance: AmTrust Europe · 4,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,269
Annual physical exam 99395 1,091
Vaccination administration 90471 1,099
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 540

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 30 min in_clinic 630.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 120 min in_clinic 720.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Sabry Aboughaly in consultation
IN OFFICE
Sabry Aboughaly with the team
WITH TEAM
Sabry Aboughaly at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 62s
Meet Sabry Aboughaly

Research & publications

h-index: 18 · i10: 14

  1. European registry analysis of Ophthalmology outcomes
    Sabry Aboughaly, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.6362/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 36484866 · cited by 173
  2. Outcomes of Ophthalmology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Sabry Aboughaly, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.2793/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 32063222 · cited by 135
  3. European registry analysis of Ophthalmology outcomes
    Sabry Aboughaly, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.7589/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 39678296 · cited by 193
  4. Outcomes of Ophthalmology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Sabry Aboughaly, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2022
    DOI: 10.9919/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 34385794 · cited by 83

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

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

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2028
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2028
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2028

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Ophthalmology
  • Awareness When should you see a ophthalmology?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · sabry.aboughaly@euroclinics.example

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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 Sabry Aboughaly's Areas of Specialty

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

Ophthalmology

Eye care including refractive surgery, cataracts, glaucoma, retinal disease and paediatric vision.

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Riyadh matters

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