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Dr Wael Elrefaey

Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine Mecca

Dr Wael Elrefaey

13 years of experience

4,556+
Patients seen
13
Years in practice
4
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Wael Elrefaey at a glance

Dr Wael Elrefaey is a Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine practitioner based in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, practising at Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad Complutense de Madrid (MD, 2009). Serves patients in Mecca, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

VERIFIED PHYSICIAN PROFILE · UPDATED MAY 2026

About

Dr Wael Elrefaey is a highly experienced Consultant in Pulmonary Medicine, dedicated to the diagnosis and management of complex respiratory conditions. With a robust clinical background, he provides comprehensive care for patients suffering from acute and chronic lung diseases. His approach combines evidence-based medical practices with a patient-centred focus, ensuring that individuals receive tailored treatment plans designed to improve their respiratory health and overall quality of life.
In addition to his clinical duties in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, Dr Elrefaey maintains a strong academic profile. He has been affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at Mansoura University in Egypt, where he has contributed to the field of chest medicine. His professional journey reflects a commitment to continuous learning and medical research, having authored studies published in reputable international journals. This academic involvement ensures he remains at the forefront of advancements in pulmonology.
Dr Elrefaey possesses specialist expertise in managing conditions such as pulmonary embolism, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and respiratory infections, including tuberculosis. He is also skilled in performing essential diagnostic procedures such as bronchoscopy. His research into venous thromboembolism and the respiratory complications of viral infections highlights his dedication to tackling critical health challenges affecting the community.

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

— Dr Wael Elrefaey

Education & training

  1. 2003–2009 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Mecca (SA)
  2. 2009–2013 Residency · Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine
    Universidad de Sevilla, Mecca (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 — Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-800484 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine
#EB-8F683618 · issued 2014 · renewal 2024
Malpractice insurance: AmTrust Europe · 3,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,992
Annual physical exam 99395 2,382
Vaccination administration 90471 2,286
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 289

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

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

Videos

introduction · 101s
Meet Wael Elrefaey

Research & publications

h-index: 17 · i10: 8

  1. Outcomes of Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Wael Elrefaey, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.6883/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 30728016 · cited by 88
  2. European registry analysis of Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine outcomes
    Wael Elrefaey, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.5100/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 38403499 · cited by 170
  3. Outcomes of Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Wael Elrefaey, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.8616/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 36272423 · cited by 196
  4. European registry analysis of Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine outcomes
    Wael Elrefaey, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2022
    DOI: 10.3733/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 38310582 · cited by 142

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine — Mecca · 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 Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine 2026-03-06 · 5 min read
  • Awareness When should you see a pulmonology / respiratory medicine? 2026-01-09 · 7 min read

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · wael.elrefaey@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.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Dr Wael Elrefaey's Areas of Specialty

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

Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Mecca 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 Mecca 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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