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Dr Saeed Alhafez

Ophthalmology Riyadh

Dr Saeed Alhafez

12 years of experience

4,586+
Patients seen
12
Years in practice
4
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Saeed Alhafez at a glance

Dr Saeed Alhafez is an Ophthalmology 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, 2010). Serves patients in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Saeed Alhafez is a respected Consultant Ophthalmologist with a focus on providing comprehensive eye care. He is dedicated to diagnosing and managing a wide range of eye conditions, ensuring his patients receive thorough and considered treatment. Dr Alhafez is committed to creating a reassuring environment where patients can comfortably discuss their eye health concerns.
His clinical practice encompasses a variety of advanced surgical and non-surgical treatments. Dr Alhafez is proficient in modern techniques for managing conditions affecting the front of the eye. He offers solutions for vision correction and addresses complex corneal issues, always prioritising patient safety and optimal outcomes.
Dr Alhafez holds the Saudi Board in Ophthalmology and a board certification from the University of Dammam. He furthered his expertise with a fellowship in cornea, cataract, and refractive surgery. His international experience includes a fellowship in cornea and ophthalmic plastic surgery at Queen Victoria Hospital in London.

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

— Dr Saeed Alhafez

Education & training

  1. 2004–2010 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2010–2014 Residency · Ophthalmology
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Riyadh (SA)
  3. 2014–2015 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Royal Marsden London, UK

Career & appointments

  1. 2014-09–2015-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-336799 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-232D4F1A · issued 2015 · renewal 2025
Malpractice insurance: AXA Healthcare Liability · 1,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,123
Annual physical exam 99395 77
Vaccination administration 90471 1,069
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 298

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 60 min in_clinic 720.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 90 min in_clinic 630.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Saeed Alhafez in consultation
IN OFFICE
Saeed Alhafez with the team
WITH TEAM
Saeed Alhafez at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 83s
Meet Saeed Alhafez

Research & publications

h-index: 7 · i10: 3

  1. European registry analysis of Ophthalmology outcomes
    Saeed Alhafez, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.7431/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 37612030 · cited by 11
  2. Outcomes of Ophthalmology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Saeed Alhafez, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.8895/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 35049228 · cited by 9

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 2015
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2015
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2015

Articles by this doctor

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

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · saeed.alhafez@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 Saeed Alhafez's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Saeed Alhafez 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.

Dr Saeed Alhafez is one of 609 ophthalmology doctors indexed in Saudi Arabia. Browse ophthalmology 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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  • What does Saeed Alhafez specialise in?

    Saeed Alhafez specialises in Ophthalmology in Riyadh, SA.

  • What conditions does Saeed Alhafez treat?

    Saeed Alhafez treats conditions within Ophthalmology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Saeed Alhafez practise?

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    Saeed Alhafez speaks English, Arabic.

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