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Dr Sara Abbas Abushama

Family Medicine Riyadh

Dr Sara Abbas Abushama

7 years of experience

10,760+
Patients seen
7
Years in practice
10
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Sara Abbas Abushama at a glance

Dr Sara Abbas Abushama is a Family Medicine 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, 2015). Serves patients in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Sara Abbas Abushama is a highly qualified Family Medicine Consultant with extensive experience in providing comprehensive primary healthcare. They are dedicated to offering patient-centred care that addresses a wide range of physical, social, and psychological needs. Their approach focuses on the holistic management of acute and chronic conditions, ensuring that each patient receives a tailored treatment plan designed to improve their long-term health and well-being.
With a strong academic foundation, Dr Abbas Abushama holds a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) from the University of Khartoum. They have further advanced their medical expertise in the United Kingdom, obtaining memberships from prestigious institutions, including the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP) and the Royal College of General Practitioners (MRCGP). Additionally, they have completed a Master’s degree at Cardiff University, solidifying their knowledge in specialised areas of clinical practice.
In their clinical practice, Dr Abbas Abushama specialises in the management of chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and high cholesterol. They have a particular interest in therapeutic nutrition and obesity management, helping patients achieve sustainable weight loss and lifestyle changes. Their scope of care also extends to geriatric medicine, preventive health screenings, and the treatment of general internal medicine conditions, making them a versatile practitioner for patients of all ages.

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

— Dr Sara Abbas Abushama

Education & training

  1. 2009–2015 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Navarra, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2015–2019 Residency · Family Medicine
    UAB Barcelona, Riyadh (SA)
  3. 2019–2020 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Mayo Clinic, US

Career & appointments

  1. 2019-09–2020-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital — Family Medicine

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-665937 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Family Medicine
#EB-CA10FBFE · issued 2020 · renewal 2030
Malpractice insurance: AXA Healthcare Liability · 5,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,023
Annual physical exam 99395 2,009
Vaccination administration 90471 497
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,502

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

Office, team & in practice

Sara Abbas Abushama in consultation
IN OFFICE
Sara Abbas Abushama with the team
WITH TEAM
Sara Abbas Abushama at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 87s
Meet Sara Abbas Abushama

Research & publications

h-index: 3 · i10: 9

  1. Outcomes of Family Medicine in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Sara Abbas Abushama, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.5594/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 34386805 · cited by 103
  2. European registry analysis of Family Medicine outcomes
    Sara Abbas Abushama, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.9071/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 37334595 · cited by 53

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

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

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2020
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2020
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2020

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Family Medicine
  • Awareness When should you see a family medicine?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · sara.abbas.abushama@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 Sara Abbas Abushama's Areas of Specialty

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

Family Medicine

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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 Sara Abbas Abushama specialise in?

    Sara Abbas Abushama specialises in Family Medicine in Riyadh, SA.

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    Sara Abbas Abushama treats conditions within Family Medicine. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

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    Sara Abbas Abushama speaks English, Arabic.

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