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Dr Wael Elbuckly

Psychiatry Riyadh

Dr Wael Elbuckly

16 years of experience

13,046+
Patients seen
16
Years in practice
12
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Wael Elbuckly at a glance

Dr Wael Elbuckly is a Psychiatry practitioner based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, practising at UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on psychiatric evaluation, medication management, cbt session (45m), family therapy. Educated at UAB Barcelona (MD, 2006). Serves patients in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Wael Halaba is a dedicated and professional Senior Specialist in Psychiatry, committed to providing compassionate and comprehensive mental health care to his patients. He offers a reassuring and supportive environment, ensuring that individuals feel heard and understood. His approach is centred on creating personalised treatment plans tailored to the unique needs of each patient, fostering a path towards mental wellness and improved quality of life.
Dr Halaba's expertise covers a wide range of psychiatric conditions. He is skilled in diagnosing and managing various mental health issues, guiding patients through their treatment with empathy and professionalism. He is committed to helping individuals navigate their challenges and achieve their mental health goals in a confidential and respectful setting.
He earned a Diploma in Psychiatry from London and also holds the Arab Fellowship in Psychiatry. His commitment to his field is demonstrated through his continuous dedication to providing high standards of care.

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

— Dr Wael Elbuckly

Education & training

  1. 2000–2006 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    UAB Barcelona, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2006–2010 Residency · Psychiatry
    Universidad de Navarra, Riyadh (SA)

Career & appointments

  1. 2010-09–2011-08 Junior consultant
    UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Psychiatry

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-963334 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Psychiatry
#EB-24231DBA · issued 2011 · renewal 2021
Malpractice insurance: HDI Global · 1,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
Psychiatric evaluation 90791 2,519
Medication management 90833 1,240
CBT session (45m) 90834 2,095
Family therapy 90847 1,202

Services & pricing

ServiceDurationModalityPrice
New patient consultation (60m) 60 min in_clinic|telemed 360.00 EUR
Follow-up consultation (30m) 30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone 180.00 EUR
CBT session (45m) 30 min in_clinic 1,080.00 EUR
Family therapy 60 min in_clinic 540.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Wael Elbuckly in consultation
IN OFFICE
Wael Elbuckly with the team
WITH TEAM
Wael Elbuckly at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 103s
Meet Wael Elbuckly

Research & publications

h-index: 15 · i10: 10

  1. Validation of clinical scoring in Psychiatry
    Wael Elbuckly, et al. · British Journal of Psychiatry, 2026
    DOI: 10.5369/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 39963639 · cited by 34
  2. Long-term follow-up of Psychiatry across SA
    Wael Elbuckly, et al. · JAMA Psychiatry, 2025
    DOI: 10.5711/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 38251927 · cited by 56

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

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

Society memberships

  • European Psychiatric Association — Member · Since 2011
  • World Psychiatric Association — Member · Since 2011
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2011

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Psychiatry
  • Awareness When should you see a psychiatry?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · wael.elbuckly@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 Wael Elbuckly's Areas of Specialty

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

Psychiatry

Mood, anxiety, sleep and psychotic disorders — diagnostic evaluation, medication management and therapy referral.

Dr Wael Elbuckly is one of 322 psychiatry doctors indexed in Saudi Arabia. Browse psychiatry 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 Wael Elbuckly specialise in?

    Wael Elbuckly specialises in Psychiatry in Riyadh, SA.

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    Wael Elbuckly treats conditions within Psychiatry. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Wael Elbuckly practise?

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

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    Wael Elbuckly speaks English, Arabic.

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