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Dr Safaa Sayed Emam

Rheumatology Riyadh

Dr Safaa Sayed Emam

5 years of experience

4,166+
Patients seen
5
Years in practice
5
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Safaa Sayed Emam at a glance

Dr Safaa Sayed Emam is a Rheumatology practitioner based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, practising at Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad de Navarra (MD, 2017). Serves patients in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Safaa Sayed Emam is a Senior Registrar in Rheumatology, dedicated to providing specialised care for patients with rheumatic conditions. She focuses on the diagnosis and management of a wide spectrum of musculoskeletal and autoimmune disorders, offering a comprehensive approach to patient wellness.
Dr Sayed Emam obtained her Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from Cairo University. She further pursued her specialisation at the same institution, earning both a Master's degree and a Doctorate in Rheumatology and Rehabilitation. She is a member of the Egyptian Medical Syndicate and the Egyptian Society of Rheumatology.
With a commitment to evidence-based medicine, Dr Sayed Emam develops tailored treatment plans to manage complex diseases effectively. Her approach is centred on improving the quality of life for her patients, helping them to manage their symptoms and maintain function through expert and compassionate care.

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

— Dr Safaa Sayed Emam

Education & training

  1. 2011–2017 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Navarra, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2017–2021 Residency · Rheumatology
    Universitat de Barcelona, Riyadh (SA)

Career & appointments

  1. 2021-09–2022-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital — Rheumatology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-832796 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Rheumatology
#EB-48B4BFB0 · issued 2022 · renewal 2032
Malpractice insurance: AXA Healthcare Liability · 3,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,996
Annual physical exam 99395 1,330
Vaccination administration 90471 1,218
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,645

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

Office, team & in practice

Safaa Sayed Emam in consultation
IN OFFICE
Safaa Sayed Emam with the team
WITH TEAM
Safaa Sayed Emam at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 75s
Meet Safaa Sayed Emam

Research & publications

h-index: 14 · i10: 5

  1. Long-term follow-up of Rheumatology across SA
    Safaa Sayed Emam, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.5430/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 36822933 · cited by 124
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Rheumatology
    Safaa Sayed Emam, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.3222/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 33774795 · cited by 110
  3. Long-term follow-up of Rheumatology across SA
    Safaa Sayed Emam, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.7827/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 39694536 · cited by 128

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 2022
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2022
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2022

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Rheumatology
  • Awareness When should you see a rheumatology?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · safaa.sayed.emam@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 Safaa Sayed Emam's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Safaa Sayed Emam 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 Safaa Sayed Emam 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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  • What does Safaa Sayed Emam specialise in?

    Safaa Sayed Emam specialises in Rheumatology in Riyadh, SA.

  • What conditions does Safaa Sayed Emam treat?

    Safaa Sayed Emam treats conditions within Rheumatology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Safaa Sayed Emam practise?

    Safaa Sayed Emam practises in Riyadh, SA. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Safaa Sayed Emam speak?

    Safaa Sayed Emam speaks English, Arabic.

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