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Dr Sahar Abdelazeem

Psychiatry Riyadh

Dr Sahar Abdelazeem

6 years of experience

8,755+
Patients seen
6
Years in practice
6
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Sahar Abdelazeem at a glance

Dr Sahar Abdelazeem is a Psychiatry practitioner based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, practising at Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on psychiatric evaluation, medication management, cbt session (45m), family therapy. Educated at Universidad Complutense de Madrid (MD, 2016). Serves patients in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Sahar Abdelazeem is a dedicated Psychologist and Mental Health Specialist with a strong background in psychological counselling. She provides comprehensive care for individuals facing various mental health challenges, utilising evidence-based therapeutic approaches to support their well-being. Her practice focuses on creating a supportive environment where patients can address their psychological needs effectively.
She holds a PhD in Mental Health and Psychological Counselling from Ain Shams University in Egypt, following her Master's degree in the same field from the same institution. Her academic foundation underpins her clinical expertise, allowing her to apply advanced psychological theories and methods in a practical setting.
Dr Abdelazeem specialises in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and offers treatment for a wide range of conditions, including depression, anxiety, and insomnia. She is also skilled in providing family counselling and support for adults, helping them navigate personal and relational difficulties with professional guidance.

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

— Dr Sahar Abdelazeem

Education & training

  1. 2010–2016 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2016–2020 Residency · Psychiatry
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Riyadh (SA)
  3. 2020–2021 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Royal Marsden London, UK

Career & appointments

  1. 2020-09–2021-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital — Psychiatry

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-364646 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Psychiatry
#EB-9AACD3AA · issued 2021 · renewal 2031
Malpractice insurance: AXA Healthcare Liability · 5,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
Psychiatric evaluation 90791 1,418
Medication management 90833 2,853
CBT session (45m) 90834 2,114
Family therapy 90847 1,623

Services & pricing

ServiceDurationModalityPrice
New patient consultation (60m) 60 min in_clinic|telemed 360.00 EUR
Follow-up consultation (30m) 30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone 180.00 EUR
CBT session (45m) 30 min in_clinic 540.00 EUR
Family therapy 60 min in_clinic 1,080.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Sahar Abdelazeem in consultation
IN OFFICE
Sahar Abdelazeem with the team
WITH TEAM
Sahar Abdelazeem at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 114s
Meet Sahar Abdelazeem

Research & publications

h-index: 11 · i10: 10

  1. Outcomes of Psychiatry in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Sahar Abdelazeem, et al. · JAMA Psychiatry, 2025
    DOI: 10.2612/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 32633967 · cited by 183
  2. European registry analysis of Psychiatry outcomes
    Sahar Abdelazeem, et al. · British Journal of Psychiatry, 2024
    DOI: 10.6064/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 36426074 · cited by 13
  3. Outcomes of Psychiatry in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Sahar Abdelazeem, et al. · World Psychiatry, 2023
    DOI: 10.1597/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 37423956 · cited by 171

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

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

Society memberships

  • European Psychiatric Association — Member · Since 2021
  • World Psychiatric Association — Member · Since 2021
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2021

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Psychiatry
  • Awareness When should you see a psychiatry?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · sahar.abdelazeem@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 Sahar Abdelazeem's Areas of Specialty

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

Psychiatry

Mood, anxiety, sleep and psychotic disorders — diagnostic evaluation, medication management and therapy referral.

Dr Sahar Abdelazeem is one of 322 psychiatry doctors indexed in Saudi Arabia. Browse psychiatry 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 Sahar Abdelazeem specialise in?

    Sahar Abdelazeem specialises in Psychiatry in Riyadh, SA.

  • What conditions does Sahar Abdelazeem treat?

    Sahar Abdelazeem treats conditions within Psychiatry. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Sahar Abdelazeem practise?

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

  • What languages does Sahar Abdelazeem speak?

    Sahar Abdelazeem speaks English, Arabic.

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