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Dr Sami Alnafi

Neurosurgery Riyadh

Dr Sami Alnafi

13 years of experience

4,603+
Patients seen
13
Years in practice
10
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Sami Alnafi at a glance

Dr Sami Alnafi is a Neurosurgery 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, 2009). Serves patients in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Sami Alnafi is a dedicated and experienced Consultant, committed to providing high-quality medical care to his patients. He is known for his thorough approach to diagnosis and his commitment to creating effective, individualised treatment plans. Dr Alnafi focuses on ensuring patients feel heard and understood, fostering a reassuring and professional environment.
With a strong focus on patient-centred care, he takes the time to explain complex medical conditions in a clear and accessible manner. This empowers patients to be active participants in their own healthcare journey. His practice is built on a foundation of clear communication and mutual respect, ensuring that every patient receives the attention and care they deserve.
Dr Alnafi is dedicated to staying current with the latest advancements in his field. His commitment to ongoing professional development ensures that his patients benefit from modern medical knowledge and treatment approaches. He is a respected medical professional who prioritises patient well-being and positive outcomes above all else.

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

— Dr Sami Alnafi

Education & training

  1. 2003–2009 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Navarra, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2009–2013 Residency · Neurosurgery
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Riyadh (SA)
  3. 2013–2014 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Karolinska Stockholm, SE

Career & appointments

  1. 2013-09–2014-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital — Neurosurgery

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-70302 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Neurosurgery
#EB-52BC5DA9 · issued 2014 · renewal 2024
Malpractice insurance: AmTrust Europe · 5,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,700
Annual physical exam 99395 746
Vaccination administration 90471 2,554
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,837

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 270.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 30 min in_clinic 360.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Sami Alnafi in consultation
IN OFFICE
Sami Alnafi with the team
WITH TEAM
Sami Alnafi at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 66s
Meet Sami Alnafi

Research & publications

h-index: 7 · i10: 4

  1. European registry analysis of Neurosurgery outcomes
    Sami Alnafi, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.1295/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 32507665 · cited by 28
  2. Outcomes of Neurosurgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Sami Alnafi, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.7975/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 38362125 · cited by 22
  3. European registry analysis of Neurosurgery outcomes
    Sami Alnafi, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.6832/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 30919431 · cited by 160

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

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

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2014
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2014
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2014

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Neurosurgery
  • Awareness When should you see a neurosurgery?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · sami.alnafi@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 Sami Alnafi's Areas of Specialty

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

Neurosurgery

Dr Sami Alnafi is one of 110 neurosurgery doctors indexed in Saudi Arabia. Browse neurosurgery 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 Sami Alnafi specialise in?

    Sami Alnafi specialises in Neurosurgery in Riyadh, SA.

  • What conditions does Sami Alnafi treat?

    Sami Alnafi treats conditions within Neurosurgery. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Sami Alnafi practise?

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

  • What languages does Sami Alnafi speak?

    Sami Alnafi speaks English, Arabic.

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