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Dr Walid Abukhudair

Cardiothoracic Surgery Jeddah

Dr Walid Abukhudair

2 years of experience

2,588+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
8
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Walid Abukhudair at a glance

Dr Walid Abukhudair is a Cardiothoracic Surgery practitioner based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, practising at Universitat de València Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universitat de València (MD, 2022). Serves patients in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

VERIFIED PHYSICIAN PROFILE · UPDATED MAY 2026

About

Dr Walid Abukhudair is a highly regarded Consultant Cardiac Surgeon dedicated to providing exceptional care to patients with a wide range of heart conditions. He is committed to applying his extensive knowledge to achieve the best possible outcomes for his patients, ensuring they feel informed and supported throughout their treatment journey. His professional approach is focused on delivering patient-centred care.
Dr Abukhudair specialises in complex cardiac procedures and has a particular clinical interest in advanced surgical techniques. His areas of focus include minimally invasive cardiac surgery, the surgical management of heart failure, and aortic valve and aortic arch procedures. He is proficient in the latest advancements in open-heart surgery, addressing conditions such as coronary artery disease, heart valve disorders, and chronic heart failure.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr Abukhudair is a respected figure in his field and has held leadership positions, including President of the Saudi Heart Surgeons Society. He is also actively involved in the medical community, contributing to the advancement of cardiac surgery. His dedication to his specialty is demonstrated through his leadership and commitment to ongoing professional development.
Dr Abukhudair earned a Fellowship in Cardiac Surgery from Canada. This distinguished qualification underscores his comprehensive training and expertise in the field of heart surgery.

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

— Dr Walid Abukhudair

Education & training

  1. 2016–2022 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de València, Jeddah (SA)
  2. 2022–2026 Residency · Cardiothoracic Surgery
    Universitat de Barcelona, Jeddah (SA)

Career & appointments

  1. 2026-09–2027-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de València Teaching Hospital — Cardiothoracic Surgery

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-548831 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Cardiothoracic Surgery
#EB-7E878201 · issued 2027 · renewal 2037
Malpractice insurance: AmTrust Europe · 1,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,585
Annual physical exam 99395 615
Vaccination administration 90471 2,023
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,248

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 540.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 30 min in_clinic 810.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Walid Abukhudair in consultation
IN OFFICE
Walid Abukhudair with the team
WITH TEAM
Walid Abukhudair at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 103s
Meet Walid Abukhudair

Research & publications

h-index: 5 · i10: 5

  1. Validation of clinical scoring in Cardiothoracic Surgery
    Walid Abukhudair, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.5295/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 39262811 · cited by 73
  2. Long-term follow-up of Cardiothoracic Surgery across SA
    Walid Abukhudair, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.2524/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 31089500 · cited by 51
  3. Validation of clinical scoring in Cardiothoracic Surgery
    Walid Abukhudair, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.1291/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 33597281 · cited by 165
  4. Long-term follow-up of Cardiothoracic Surgery across SA
    Walid Abukhudair, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.4004/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 32335550 · cited by 87

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Cardiothoracic Surgery — Jeddah · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2027
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2027
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2027

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Cardiothoracic Surgery 2026-03-22 · 5 min read
  • Awareness When should you see a cardiothoracic surgery? 2026-01-28 · 8 min read

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · walid.abukhudair@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 Walid Abukhudair's Areas of Specialty

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

Cardiothoracic Surgery

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Jeddah 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 Jeddah 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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