Trust score 8/100
Dr Walid El Handas
👤 2 years of experience
2,433+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
12
Publications
2
Languages spoken
About
Dr Walid El Handas is a distinguished Consultant in Emergency Medicine, recognised for his leadership and expertise in managing acute and life-threatening medical conditions. As a senior specialist and Head of the Emergency Department, he oversees the delivery of rapid, high-quality care to patients presenting with a wide spectrum of urgent health issues. His role involves not only direct patient management but also the strategic coordination of emergency services to ensure optimal outcomes during critical windows of treatment.
With a profound commitment to patient safety and clinical excellence, Dr El Handas specialises in the stabilisation and treatment of complex trauma, cardiac emergencies, and severe medical crises. He is adept at making critical decisions under pressure, a skill that is vital in the fast-paced environment of emergency medicine. His approach combines advanced medical knowledge with a compassionate understanding of the stress patients and families face during emergencies.
Dr El Handas is also actively involved in health education and the advancement of emergency medical protocols. He frequently engages in public awareness initiatives regarding the importance of timely intervention in emergency scenarios. His professional dedication ensures that the emergency services under his guidance adhere to rigorous international standards, providing reassurance and expert care to the community he serves.
With a profound commitment to patient safety and clinical excellence, Dr El Handas specialises in the stabilisation and treatment of complex trauma, cardiac emergencies, and severe medical crises. He is adept at making critical decisions under pressure, a skill that is vital in the fast-paced environment of emergency medicine. His approach combines advanced medical knowledge with a compassionate understanding of the stress patients and families face during emergencies.
Dr El Handas is also actively involved in health education and the advancement of emergency medical protocols. He frequently engages in public awareness initiatives regarding the importance of timely intervention in emergency scenarios. His professional dedication ensures that the emergency services under his guidance adhere to rigorous international standards, providing reassurance and expert care to the community he serves.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr Walid El Handas
Education & training
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2014–2020 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2020–2024 Residency · General Surgery
Career & appointments
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2024-09–2025-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of General Surgery
Malpractice insurance:
Generali Healthcare · 3,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 2,036 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 1,634 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 2,506 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 197 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 180.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 90 min | in_clinic | 450.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 7 · i10: 5
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Long-term follow-up of General Surgery across SA
DOI: 10.8794/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 38549052 · cited by 12
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Validation of clinical scoring in General Surgery
DOI: 10.3384/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 39629586 · cited by 134
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Long-term follow-up of General Surgery across SA
DOI: 10.4470/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 30548227 · cited by 160
Invited talks
- Practical updates in General Surgery European Annual Congress (General Surgery) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in General Surgery National Society Meeting · Al Khobar · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated General Surgery — Al Khobar · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2025
- national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2025
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2025
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 · walid.el.handas@euroclinics.example
Location
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Recent reviews
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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★★★★☆ ✓ Verified Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
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