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Dr Salem Alzaid
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Dr Salem Alzaid

Ophthalmology · Riyadh

👤 5 years of experience

7,060+ Patients seen
5 Years in practice
12 Publications
2 Languages spoken

About

Dr Salem Alzaid is a distinguished Consultant Ophthalmologist dedicated to providing comprehensive and patient-focused eye care. He is committed to delivering the highest standard of diagnosis and treatment for a wide range of ocular conditions, ensuring patients feel informed and supported throughout their journey to better vision and eye health. His approach is centred on combining clinical excellence with a reassuring and professional manner.
Dr Alzaid specialises in the management of complex eye diseases, with a particular focus on conditions affecting the cornea, cataracts, and external eye diseases. He is highly skilled in performing advanced procedures, including cataract surgery with the implantation of premium intraocular lenses, laser refractive surgery to correct vision errors, and various types of corneal transplantation. He also provides care for patients with glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and keratoconus, offering both diagnosis and ongoing management for patients over the age of twelve.
His medical training is extensive, having completed an Ophthalmology fellowship at King Saud University. Furthermore, Dr Alzaid holds a fellowship from the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties in Cornea, Cataract, Refractive Surgery, and External Eye Disease. He is an active member of professional organisations, including the Saudi Ophthalmology Society and the European Society for Cataract and Refractive Surgery, reflecting his commitment to staying at the forefront of his field.

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

— Dr Salem Alzaid

Education & training

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

Career & appointments

  1. 2021-09–2022-08 Junior consultant
    UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-484783 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-A53A5728 · issued 2022 · renewal 2032
Malpractice insurance: AXA Healthcare Liability · 5,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,987
Annual physical exam 99395 1,341
Vaccination administration 90471 2,109
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,122

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

Office, team & in practice

Salem Alzaid in consultation
IN OFFICE
Salem Alzaid with the team
WITH TEAM
Salem Alzaid at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 117s
Meet Salem Alzaid

Research & publications

h-index: 21 · i10: 15

  1. Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across SA
    Salem Alzaid, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.9406/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 30750786 · cited by 163
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
    Salem Alzaid, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.5253/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 38587337 · cited by 185
  3. Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across SA
    Salem Alzaid, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.1081/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 36541107 · cited by 71
  4. Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
    Salem Alzaid, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.4758/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 35248533 · cited by 149

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 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 Ophthalmology
  • Awareness When should you see a ophthalmology?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · salem.alzaid@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.

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