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Dr Talal M Ahmad

General Surgery Riyadh

Dr Talal M Ahmad

6 years of experience

6,602+
Patients seen
6
Years in practice
6
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Talal M Ahmad at a glance

Dr Talal M Ahmad is a General Surgery 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, 2016). Serves patients in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Talal M Ahmad is a dedicated and skilled General Surgeon committed to providing his patients with high-quality surgical care. He focuses on creating a reassuring and supportive environment, ensuring that patients are well-informed and comfortable throughout their treatment journey. His approach is centred on combining sound surgical principles with a compassionate understanding of each patient's individual needs.
With a comprehensive knowledge of general surgery, Dr Ahmad is proficient in a wide array of surgical procedures. He is experienced in performing both traditional open surgeries and modern minimally invasive techniques, such as laparoscopic surgery. This allows for tailored treatment plans that prioritise patient safety, aim for optimal outcomes, and support a quicker recovery process.
Dr Ahmad manages a variety of conditions affecting the abdomen and its contents. His clinical practice includes the surgical treatment of diseases of the digestive system, including the colon and gallbladder, as well as procedures for appendicitis and hernias. He also has a focus on surgical oncology, addressing various types of tumours with precision and care.

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

— Dr Talal M Ahmad

Education & training

  1. 2010–2016 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de Barcelona, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2016–2020 Residency · General Surgery
    Universidad de Sevilla, Riyadh (SA)
  3. 2020–2021 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Mayo Clinic, US

Career & appointments

  1. 2020-09–2021-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital — General Surgery

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-373820 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of General Surgery
#EB-D7B37EF9 · issued 2021 · renewal 2031
Malpractice insurance: Allianz Professional · 4,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 986
Annual physical exam 99395 2,652
Vaccination administration 90471 52
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 611

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 60 min in_clinic 540.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 90 min in_clinic 810.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

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

Videos

introduction · 73s
Meet Talal M Ahmad

Research & publications

h-index: 9 · i10: 14

  1. European registry analysis of General Surgery outcomes
    Talal M Ahmad, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.6529/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 36024156 · cited by 90
  2. Outcomes of General Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Talal M Ahmad, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.3833/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 31749964 · cited by 200
  3. European registry analysis of General Surgery outcomes
    Talal M Ahmad, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.5177/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 34266757 · cited by 110
  4. Outcomes of General Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Talal M Ahmad, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2022
    DOI: 10.7082/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 39088938 · cited by 116

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

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

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2021
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2021
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2021

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to General Surgery
  • Awareness When should you see a general surgery?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · talal.m.ahmad@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 Talal M Ahmad's Areas of Specialty

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

General Surgery

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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 Talal M Ahmad specialise in?

    Talal M Ahmad specialises in General Surgery in Riyadh, SA.

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    Talal M Ahmad treats conditions within General Surgery. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Talal M Ahmad practise?

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    Talal M Ahmad speaks English, Arabic.

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