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Dr Zafer M Rasim

Weight Loss Bariatric Surgery Ras Tanura

Dr Zafer M Rasim

2 years of experience

5,325+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
5
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Zafer M Rasim at a glance

Dr Zafer M Rasim is a Weight Loss Bariatric Surgery practitioner based in Ras Tanura, Saudi Arabia, practising at Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad de Sevilla (MD, 2020). Serves patients in Ras Tanura, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Zafer M Rasim is a dedicated Consultant Surgeon who provides patients with compassionate and effective care. He is committed to ensuring a reassuring and supportive environment for individuals seeking surgical treatment, focusing on achieving the best possible outcomes for their health and wellbeing.
Dr Rasim specialises in a range of surgical fields, with a particular focus on metabolic and bariatric surgery for weight management. His expertise also extends to general, gastrointestinal, and minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery. He is proficient in a variety of advanced surgical procedures, including hernia repairs, cholecystectomy, and splenectomy.
He is recognised for his high standards of surgical care and has achieved accreditation as a Master Surgeon in Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. This reflects his commitment to safety and excellence within his specialised field, ensuring patients receive expert attention.

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

— Dr Zafer M Rasim

Education & training

  1. 2014–2020 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Sevilla, Ras Tanura (SA)
  2. 2020–2024 Residency · Weight Loss Bariatric Surgery
    Universidad de Navarra, Ras Tanura (SA)

Career & appointments

  1. 2024-09–2025-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital — Weight Loss Bariatric Surgery

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-411343 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Weight Loss Bariatric Surgery
#EB-263BBF23 · issued 2025 · renewal 2035
Malpractice insurance: Generali Healthcare · 1,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,641
Annual physical exam 99395 239
Vaccination administration 90471 3,039
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 328

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 90 min in_clinic 360.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 60 min in_clinic 270.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Zafer M Rasim in consultation
IN OFFICE
Zafer M Rasim with the team
WITH TEAM
Zafer M Rasim at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

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Meet Zafer M Rasim

Research & publications

h-index: 4 · i10: 13

  1. Validation of clinical scoring in Weight Loss Bariatric Surgery
    Zafer M Rasim, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.9399/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 31092750 · cited by 33
  2. Long-term follow-up of Weight Loss Bariatric Surgery across SA
    Zafer M Rasim, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.5300/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 35663448 · cited by 123
  3. Validation of clinical scoring in Weight Loss Bariatric Surgery
    Zafer M Rasim, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.5104/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 36197731 · cited by 197
  4. Long-term follow-up of Weight Loss Bariatric Surgery across SA
    Zafer M Rasim, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.9261/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 38171530 · cited by 111

Invited talks

  • Practical updates in Weight Loss Bariatric Surgery European Annual Congress (Weight Loss Bariatric Surgery) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in Weight Loss Bariatric Surgery National Society Meeting · Ras Tanura · 2023 · oral abstract

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Weight Loss Bariatric Surgery — Ras Tanura · 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 Weight Loss Bariatric Surgery
  • Awareness When should you see a weight loss bariatric surgery?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · zafer.m.rasim@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 Zafer M Rasim's Areas of Specialty

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

Weight Loss Bariatric Surgery

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Ras Tanura 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 Ras Tanura 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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    Zafer M Rasim speaks English, Arabic.

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