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Dr Talal Abalkhail
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Dr Talal Abalkhail

Orthopaedic Surgery · Riyadh

👤 13 years of experience

11,840+ Patients seen
13 Years in practice
10 Publications
2 Languages spoken

About

Dr Talal Abalkhail is a Consultant Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon who specialises in limb lengthening, deformity correction, and limb reconstruction for patients of various age groups. With a focus on complex orthopaedic conditions, they provide comprehensive care for congenital and acquired deformities. Their approach integrates advanced surgical techniques to restore function and improve the quality of life for individuals facing mobility challenges.
In terms of professional qualifications, Dr Abalkhail obtained their Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from King Abdulaziz University. They subsequently achieved the Saudi Board in Orthopaedic Surgery and the Saudi Fellowship in Paediatric Orthopaedics. Their sub-speciality training is extensive, including a fellowship in limb lengthening at the Ilizarov Scientific Centre in Kurgan, Russia, and further fellowships at Manzoni and Mangioni Hospitals in Italy, and the Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopaedics at Sinai Hospital in the USA.
Their clinical practice encompasses the management of trauma, fractures, and complex limb discrepancies. Dr Abalkhail is highly skilled in the application of the Ilizarov method and other external fixation modalities for bone lengthening. They are dedicated to the treatment of congenital foot deformities, limb salvage, and the correction of angular and rotational deformities, ensuring tailored treatment plans for each case.

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

— Dr Talal Abalkhail

Education & training

  1. 2003–2009 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2009–2013 Residency · Orthopaedic Surgery
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Riyadh (SA)
  3. 2013–2014 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Royal Marsden London, UK

Career & appointments

  1. 2013-09–2014-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital — Orthopaedic Surgery

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-353115 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
#EB-AC0146DD · issued 2014 · renewal 2024
Malpractice insurance: Generali Healthcare · 4,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,323
Annual physical exam 99395 2,725
Vaccination administration 90471 893
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,418

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 540.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 60 min in_clinic 810.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Talal Abalkhail in consultation
IN OFFICE
Talal Abalkhail with the team
WITH TEAM
Talal Abalkhail at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 101s
Meet Talal Abalkhail

Research & publications

h-index: 13 · i10: 7

  1. European registry analysis of Orthopaedic Surgery outcomes
    Talal Abalkhail, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.9396/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 30459946 · cited by 155
  2. Outcomes of Orthopaedic Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Talal Abalkhail, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.6339/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 32072700 · cited by 145

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Orthopaedic Surgery — 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 Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Awareness When should you see a orthopaedic surgery?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · talal.abalkhail@euroclinics.example

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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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