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Dr Samah Elkhair Abuagrab

Ophthalmology Riyadh

Dr Samah Elkhair Abuagrab

14 years of experience

12,596+
Patients seen
14
Years in practice
12
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Samah Elkhair Abuagrab at a glance

Dr Samah Elkhair Abuagrab is an Ophthalmology practitioner based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, practising at Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universitat de Barcelona (MD, 2008). Serves patients in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Samah Elkhair Abuagrab is a dedicated medical professional serving patients at the Health Centre (Moh) in the Murabba district of Riyadh. With a strong commitment to public health and primary care, she focuses on providing comprehensive medical services to individuals and families within the local community. Her approach prioritises patient education and preventive measures, ensuring that each individual receives the guidance necessary to maintain long-term well-being.
In her clinical practice, Dr Elkhair Abuagrab manages a wide range of general health conditions, from acute illnesses to the monitoring of chronic diseases. She is experienced in diagnosing and treating common ailments, conducting routine health screenings, and offering essential vaccinations. Her role within the Ministry of Health facility allows her to work closely with patients of all ages, fostering a supportive environment where health concerns are addressed with empathy and professional expertise.
Dr Elkhair Abuagrab holds a medical degree and maintains her professional standards through continuous medical education, staying updated with the latest clinical guidelines relevant to family medicine and primary healthcare. She is an advocate for early detection and lifestyle modification as key pillars of health, working tirelessly to improve the quality of life for her patients in Riyadh.

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

— Dr Samah Elkhair Abuagrab

Education & training

  1. 2002–2008 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de Barcelona, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2008–2012 Residency · Ophthalmology
    Universitat de València, Riyadh (SA)

Career & appointments

  1. 2012-09–2013-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-236165 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-E2078DCA · issued 2013 · renewal 2023
Malpractice insurance: Allianz Professional · 2,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 524
Annual physical exam 99395 2,346
Vaccination administration 90471 898
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,389

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 120 min in_clinic 180.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 30 min in_clinic 450.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Samah Elkhair Abuagrab in consultation
IN OFFICE
Samah Elkhair Abuagrab with the team
WITH TEAM
Samah Elkhair Abuagrab at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 135s
Meet Samah Elkhair Abuagrab

Research & publications

h-index: 13 · i10: 13

  1. Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
    Samah Elkhair Abuagrab, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.6049/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 35849137 · cited by 12
  2. Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across SA
    Samah Elkhair Abuagrab, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.2600/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 35298944 · cited by 182
  3. Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
    Samah Elkhair Abuagrab, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.3283/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 31349646 · cited by 144
  4. Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across SA
    Samah Elkhair Abuagrab, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.5744/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 32186268 · cited by 2

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 2013
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2013
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2013

Articles by this doctor

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

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · samah.elkhair.abuagrab@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 Samah Elkhair Abuagrab's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Samah Elkhair Abuagrab 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 Samah Elkhair Abuagrab 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 Samah Elkhair Abuagrab specialise in?

    Samah Elkhair Abuagrab specialises in Ophthalmology in Riyadh, SA.

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    Samah Elkhair Abuagrab treats conditions within Ophthalmology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

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    Samah Elkhair Abuagrab speaks English, Arabic.

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