Skip to main content
Dr Yousef Al-Shammari

Ophthalmology Al Khobar

Dr Yousef Al-Shammari

2 years of experience

7,150+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
13
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Yousef Al-Shammari at a glance

Dr Yousef Al-Shammari is an Ophthalmology practitioner based in Al Khobar, 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, 2021). Serves patients in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Yousef Al-Shammari is a distinguished Consultant Ophthalmologist dedicated to providing advanced eye care. He is committed to delivering optimal visual outcomes for his patients, utilising extensive experience in a range of sophisticated surgical techniques to improve their quality of life and ability to perform daily tasks.
Dr Al-Shammari takes a patient-focused approach, ensuring that individuals receive a thorough assessment and a clear understanding of their condition. He specialises in complex procedures of the cornea and lens, addressing conditions that can significantly impair vision and providing modern solutions to restore sight.
He earned his qualifications in Saudi Arabia, achieving the Saudi Board in Ophthalmology from the University of Dammam. Dr Al-Shammari further specialised by completing a Fellowship in Cornea, Cataract, and Refractive Surgery with the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties.

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

— Dr Yousef Al-Shammari

Education & training

  1. 2015–2021 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de Barcelona, Al Khobar (SA)
  2. 2021–2025 Residency · Ophthalmology
    Universitat de València, Al Khobar (SA)

Career & appointments

  1. 2025-09–2026-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Ophthalmology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-153271 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Ophthalmology
#EB-A20F7BEF · issued 2026 · renewal 2036
Malpractice insurance: AXA Healthcare Liability · 1,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,380
Annual physical exam 99395 114
Vaccination administration 90471 2,698
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 725

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 720.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 30 min in_clinic 630.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Yousef Al-Shammari in consultation
IN OFFICE
Yousef Al-Shammari with the team
WITH TEAM
Yousef Al-Shammari at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 123s
Meet Yousef Al-Shammari

Research & publications

h-index: 4 · i10: 9

  1. Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across SA
    Yousef Al-Shammari, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.8540/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 38103939 · cited by 164
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Ophthalmology
    Yousef Al-Shammari, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.8135/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 33156076 · cited by 134
  3. Long-term follow-up of Ophthalmology across SA
    Yousef Al-Shammari, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.9876/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 30648339 · cited by 144

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Ophthalmology — Al Khobar · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2026
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2026
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2026

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Ophthalmology
  • Awareness When should you see a ophthalmology?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · yousef.al.shammari@euroclinics.example

Location

1 tag

Patient reviews

Share your experience — help other patients find the right doctor. Write a review →
20 – 4,000 characters

Submissions are moderated and may take 24-72 h to appear publicly. Identifying patient information should not be included.

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 Yousef Al-Shammari's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Yousef Al-Shammari treats, with the size of the national pool of Saudi Arabia doctors offering the same care.

Ophthalmology

Eye care including refractive surgery, cataracts, glaucoma, retinal disease and paediatric vision.

Dr Yousef Al-Shammari is one of 609 ophthalmology doctors indexed in Saudi Arabia. Browse ophthalmology doctors in Saudi Arabia →

LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Al Khobar 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 Al Khobar 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.

Looking for additional providers? all doctors in Al Khobar or all doctors in Saudi Arabia.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers to the questions patients ask most. The same answers are surfaced to AI assistants via structured data.

  • What does Yousef Al-Shammari specialise in?

    Yousef Al-Shammari specialises in Ophthalmology in Al Khobar, SA.

  • What conditions does Yousef Al-Shammari treat?

    Yousef Al-Shammari treats conditions within Ophthalmology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Yousef Al-Shammari practise?

    Yousef Al-Shammari practises in Al Khobar, SA. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Yousef Al-Shammari speak?

    Yousef Al-Shammari speaks English, Arabic.

  • How do I book an appointment with Yousef Al-Shammari?

    Use the "Request a booking" button on the profile to send an appointment request. Most appointments are confirmed within 24 hours; many slots are bookable instantly.

Similar specialists

Browse all →