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Dr Zahir Fadel

Plastic Surgery Riyadh

Dr Zahir Fadel

2 years of experience

10,341+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
5
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Zahir Fadel at a glance

Dr Zahir Fadel is a Plastic Surgery practitioner based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, practising at Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad de Navarra (MD, 2021). Serves patients in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Zahir Fadel is a highly qualified Consultant Plastic Surgeon with extensive expertise in both aesthetic and reconstructive procedures. He is recognised for his advanced skills in complex surgeries, particularly focusing on hand and reconstructive microsurgery. His clinical practice is dedicated to restoring both form and function, helping patients achieve their desired outcomes through meticulous surgical techniques and personalised care plans.
His medical journey is marked by significant international training and academic achievement. After qualifying as a doctor, he pursued advanced specialisation in Canada, obtaining the Canadian Board in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. He holds a Master of Science in Experimental Surgery from McGill University and completed a sub-specialty fellowship in Hand and Microsurgery at the University of British Columbia. Furthermore, he is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC), underscoring his commitment to the highest global standards of medical practice.
In addition to his surgical roles, Dr Fadel is actively involved in medical leadership and education. He has served as an Assistant Professor and has held leadership positions within national scientific associations for plastic surgery and burns. His broad scope of practice encompasses body contouring, post-weight loss surgery, and peripheral nerve procedures, ensuring comprehensive care for patients requiring specialised reconstructive solutions.

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

— Dr Zahir Fadel

Education & training

  1. 2015–2021 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Navarra, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2021–2025 Residency · Plastic Surgery
    Universidad de Navarra, Riyadh (SA)

Career & appointments

  1. 2025-09–2026-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital — Plastic Surgery

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-994553 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Plastic Surgery
#EB-213B7C0C · issued 2026 · renewal 2036
Malpractice insurance: AmTrust Europe · 2,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,405
Annual physical exam 99395 3,035
Vaccination administration 90471 1,187
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,884

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 30 min in_clinic 360.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 120 min in_clinic 270.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Zahir Fadel in consultation
IN OFFICE
Zahir Fadel with the team
WITH TEAM
Zahir Fadel at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 62s
Meet Zahir Fadel

Research & publications

h-index: 10 · i10: 15

  1. Long-term follow-up of Plastic Surgery across SA
    Zahir Fadel, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.3889/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 32075929 · cited by 37
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Plastic Surgery
    Zahir Fadel, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.9355/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 36490929 · cited by 167
  3. Long-term follow-up of Plastic Surgery across SA
    Zahir Fadel, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.9842/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 35547645 · cited by 185
  4. Validation of clinical scoring in Plastic Surgery
    Zahir Fadel, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.5159/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 30567696 · cited by 147

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Plastic Surgery — Riyadh · 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 Plastic Surgery
  • Awareness When should you see a plastic surgery?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · zahir.fadel@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 Zahir Fadel's Areas of Specialty

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

Plastic Surgery

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Riyadh 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 Riyadh 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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    Zahir Fadel specialises in Plastic Surgery in Riyadh, SA.

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    Zahir Fadel treats conditions within Plastic Surgery. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

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    Zahir Fadel speaks English, Arabic.

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