Skip to main content
Dr Sarah Alfaraj

Paediatrics Riyadh

Dr Sarah Alfaraj

15 years of experience

11,569+
Patients seen
15
Years in practice
13
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Sarah Alfaraj at a glance

Dr Sarah Alfaraj is a Paediatrics practitioner based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, practising at UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at UAB Barcelona (MD, 2007). Serves patients in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Sarah Alfaraj is a respected Consultant in Paediatrics, with a special focus on infectious diseases affecting children. She is dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to her young patients, ensuring they receive the most appropriate and effective treatments for a wide range of conditions. Dr Alfaraj is committed to staying at the forefront of her field to offer the best possible outcomes.
Her approach to patient care is both thorough and reassuring, focusing on the wellbeing of the child while providing clear communication and support to families. She is known for her meticulous attention to detail in diagnosing and managing complex cases, ensuring that each child's specific needs are met with a personalised treatment plan.
Dr Alfaraj holds a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) degree. She has completed fellowships with the Saudi and Arab Boards in Paediatrics. Furthermore, she holds a fellowship in Paediatric Infectious Diseases, which is certified by the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties. Dr Alfaraj is also qualified in infection control and antimicrobial stewardship.

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

— Dr Sarah Alfaraj

Education & training

  1. 2001–2007 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    UAB Barcelona, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2007–2011 Residency · Paediatrics
    Universidad de Sevilla, Riyadh (SA)
  3. 2011–2012 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Charité Berlin, DE

Career & appointments

  1. 2011-09–2012-08 Junior consultant
    UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Paediatrics

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-542492 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Paediatrics
#EB-0A73F586 · issued 2012 · renewal 2022
Malpractice insurance: AmTrust Europe · 5,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 949
Annual physical exam 99395 771
Vaccination administration 90471 1,451
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,828

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 90 min in_clinic 360.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 60 min in_clinic 270.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Sarah Alfaraj in consultation
IN OFFICE
Sarah Alfaraj with the team
WITH TEAM
Sarah Alfaraj at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 144s
Meet Sarah Alfaraj

Research & publications

h-index: 8 · i10: 16

  1. Outcomes of Paediatrics in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Sarah Alfaraj, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.2340/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 35595642 · cited by 101
  2. European registry analysis of Paediatrics outcomes
    Sarah Alfaraj, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.3955/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 37986731 · cited by 23
  3. Outcomes of Paediatrics in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Sarah Alfaraj, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.2615/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 31059450 · cited by 25
  4. European registry analysis of Paediatrics outcomes
    Sarah Alfaraj, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2022
    DOI: 10.3909/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 38103475 · cited by 59

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

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

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2012
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2012
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2012

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Paediatrics
  • Awareness When should you see a paediatrics?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · sarah.alfaraj@euroclinics.example

Location

1 tag

Patient reviews

Share your experience — help other patients find the right doctor. Write a review →
20 – 4,000 characters

Submissions are moderated and may take 24-72 h to appear publicly. Identifying patient information should not be included.

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 Sarah Alfaraj's Areas of Specialty

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

Paediatrics

Infant, child and adolescent health — growth, vaccinations, common childhood illnesses and developmental concerns.

Dr Sarah Alfaraj is one of 824 paediatrics doctors indexed in Saudi Arabia. Browse paediatrics 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.

Looking for additional providers? all doctors in Riyadh or all doctors in Saudi Arabia.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers to the questions patients ask most. The same answers are surfaced to AI assistants via structured data.

  • What does Sarah Alfaraj specialise in?

    Sarah Alfaraj specialises in Paediatrics in Riyadh, SA.

  • What conditions does Sarah Alfaraj treat?

    Sarah Alfaraj treats conditions within Paediatrics. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Sarah Alfaraj practise?

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

  • What languages does Sarah Alfaraj speak?

    Sarah Alfaraj speaks English, Arabic.

  • How do I book an appointment with Sarah Alfaraj?

    Use the "Request a booking" button on the profile to send an appointment request. Most appointments are confirmed within 24 hours; many slots are bookable instantly.

Similar specialists

Browse all →