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Dr Ahmed El Watidy

Cardiothoracic Surgery Jeddah

Dr Ahmed El Watidy

5 jaar ervaring

13,142+
Patients seen
5
Years in practice
12
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Ahmed El Watidy at a glance

Dr Ahmed El Watidy is a Cardiothoracic Surgery practitioner based in Jeddah, Saoedi-Arabië, 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, 2017). Serves patients in Jeddah, Saoedi-Arabië and the surrounding area.

VERIFIED PHYSICIAN PROFILE · UPDATED MAY 2026

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Dr Ahmed El Watidy is a highly experienced Senior Consultant Cardiac Surgeon with a distinguished career in adult cardiothoracic surgery. He specialises in the management of complex heart conditions, offering expertise in both traditional and minimally invasive surgical techniques. His clinical practice focuses on delivering advanced cardiac care, including the treatment of coronary artery disease, valvular heart defects, and heart failure, ensuring that patients receive tailored interventions suited to their specific medical needs.
His extensive medical education spans several continents. Dr El Watidy obtained his MBChB and Master of Surgery from Alexandria University before completing his Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS) in Edinburgh. He further advanced his qualifications with a PhD in Cardiothoracic Surgery from Ain Shams University and a Post-Doctorate Cardiovascular Fellowship at the Medical College of Virginia in the USA. He is an active member of prominent professional bodies, including the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS), the European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery (EACTS), and the International Society of Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery (ISMICS).
Dr El Watidy possesses a broad range of surgical skills, with a particular interest in valve repair and replacement, including transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI). He is also proficient in performing coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), aortic aneurysm surgery, and surgical ablation for atrial fibrillation. His dedication to innovation in cardiac care is evident in his application of minimally invasive approaches to mitral and tricuspid valve surgeries, aiming to reduce recovery times and improve patient outcomes.

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

— Dr Ahmed El Watidy

Opleiding & training

  1. 2011–2017 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de Barcelona, Jeddah (SA)
  2. 2017–2021 Residency · Cardiothoracic Surgery
    UAB Barcelona, Jeddah (SA)
  3. 2021–2022 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Karolinska Stockholm, SE

Carrière & aanstellingen

  1. 2021-09–2022-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Cardiothoracic Surgery

Vergunningen & verzekering

Medische licenties

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-140756 active · expires 2028-12-31

Boardcertificeringen

European Board of Cardiothoracic Surgery
#EB-6B83018E · issued 2022 · renewal 2032
Beroepsaansprakelijkheidsverzekering: AmTrust Europe · 4,000,000 EUR dekking · No claims on file

Uitgevoerde procedures

ProcedureCodeLevenslang aantal
GP consultation 99213 73
Annual physical exam 99395 1,775
Vaccination administration 90471 1,527
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 680

Diensten & prijzen

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

Praktijk, team & in praktijk

Ahmed El Watidy in consultation
IN OFFICE
Ahmed El Watidy with the team
WITH TEAM
Ahmed El Watidy at a conference
CONFERENCE

Video's

introduction · 75s
Meet Ahmed El Watidy

Onderzoek & publicaties

h-index: 11 · i10: 11

  1. European registry analysis of Cardiothoracic Surgery outcomes
    Ahmed El Watidy, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.4511/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 30913607 · geciteerd door 41
  2. Outcomes of Cardiothoracic Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Ahmed El Watidy, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.6955/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 38179714 · geciteerd door 147

Uitgenodigde lezingen

  • 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

Onderscheidingen & lidmaatschappen

Onderscheidingen

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

Lidmaatschappen

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Sinds 2022
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Sinds 2022
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Sinds 2022

Artikelen van deze arts

  • Patient education Patient guide to Cardiothoracic Surgery 2026-03-20 · 7 min lezen
  • Awareness When should you see a cardiothoracic surgery? 2026-01-19 · 7 min lezen

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Patient liaison · ahmed.el.watidy@euroclinics.example

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Recente recensies

  • ★★★★★ ✓ Geverifieerd
    Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
    Anna B.
  • ★★★★★ ✓ Geverifieerd
    Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
    Marco V.
  • ★★★★☆ ✓ Geverifieerd
    Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
    Helena F.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Dr Ahmed El Watidy's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Ahmed El Watidy treats, with the size of the national pool of Saoedi-Arabië doctors offering the same care.

Cardiothoracic Surgery

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Jeddah matters

Medical practice in Saoedi-Arabië is governed by country-specific licensing, professional standards, and patient-safety regulations. Practitioners listed here are registered with the relevant Saoedi-Arabië 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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Veelgestelde vragen

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  • What does Ahmed El Watidy specialise in?

    Ahmed El Watidy specialises in Cardiothoracic Surgery in Jeddah, SA.

  • What conditions does Ahmed El Watidy treat?

    Ahmed El Watidy treats conditions within Cardiothoracic Surgery. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Ahmed El Watidy practise?

    Ahmed El Watidy practises in Jeddah, SA. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Ahmed El Watidy speak?

    Ahmed El Watidy speaks English, Arabic.

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