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Dr Iskander Al-Githmi

Cardiothoracic Surgery Jeddah

Dr Iskander Al-Githmi

13 jaar ervaring

10,143+
Patients seen
13
Years in practice
11
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Iskander Al-Githmi at a glance

Dr Iskander Al-Githmi is a Cardiothoracic Surgery practitioner based in Jeddah, Saoedi-Arabië, 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, 2009). Serves patients in Jeddah, Saoedi-Arabië and the surrounding area.

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Dr Iskander Al-Githmi is a Professor and Consultant Cardio-Thoracic Surgeon, providing expert care for patients with a range of conditions affecting the heart, lungs, and other organs within the chest. He is dedicated to utilising advanced surgical techniques to ensure the best possible outcomes for his patients. His areas of clinical interest include minimally invasive and robotic thoracic procedures, valve surgery, and lung transplantation.
Dr Al-Githmi earned his medical degree from King Abdulaziz University in Jeddah. He completed extensive postgraduate training in Canada, undertaking a residency in General Surgery and fellowships in Thoracic Surgery and Critical Care Medicine at the University of Manitoba. He also completed fellowships in Cardiac Surgery at the University of Alberta and the University of Toronto, and a lung transplantation fellowship at the University of Toronto. In 2022, he completed a course in Surgical Leadership at Harvard University.
He is certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in General Surgery, Thoracic Surgery, and Cardiac Surgery. Dr Al-Githmi is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, the American College of Chest Physicians, and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. He has published more than 40 papers in international surgical journals.

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

— Dr Iskander Al-Githmi

Opleiding & training

  1. 2003–2009 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Navarra, Jeddah (SA)
  2. 2009–2013 Residency · Cardiothoracic Surgery
    Universitat de València, Jeddah (SA)

Carrière & aanstellingen

  1. 2013-09–2014-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital — Cardiothoracic Surgery

Vergunningen & verzekering

Medische licenties

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-561067 active · expires 2028-12-31

Boardcertificeringen

European Board of Cardiothoracic Surgery
#EB-4405E676 · issued 2014 · renewal 2024
Beroepsaansprakelijkheidsverzekering: AXA Healthcare Liability · 4,000,000 EUR dekking · No claims on file

Uitgevoerde procedures

ProcedureCodeLevenslang aantal
GP consultation 99213 2,824
Annual physical exam 99395 1,382
Vaccination administration 90471 1,814
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,953

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 120 min in_clinic 450.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 30 min in_clinic 180.00 EUR

Praktijk, team & in praktijk

Iskander Al-Githmi in consultation
IN OFFICE
Iskander Al-Githmi with the team
WITH TEAM
Iskander Al-Githmi at a conference
CONFERENCE

Video's

introduction · 92s
Meet Iskander Al-Githmi

Onderzoek & publicaties

h-index: 18 · i10: 5

  1. Validation of clinical scoring in Cardiothoracic Surgery
    Iskander Al-Githmi, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.7376/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 39045571 · geciteerd door 120
  2. Long-term follow-up of Cardiothoracic Surgery across SA
    Iskander Al-Githmi, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.3109/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 35293512 · geciteerd door 146
  3. Validation of clinical scoring in Cardiothoracic Surgery
    Iskander Al-Githmi, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.8997/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 34251220 · geciteerd door 60
  4. Long-term follow-up of Cardiothoracic Surgery across SA
    Iskander Al-Githmi, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.3341/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 37700986 · geciteerd door 94

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 2014
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Sinds 2014
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Sinds 2014

Artikelen van deze arts

  • Patient education Patient guide to Cardiothoracic Surgery
  • Awareness When should you see a cardiothoracic surgery?

Voor internationale patiënten

Coördinator
Patient liaison · iskander.al.githmi@euroclinics.example

Locatie

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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 Iskander Al-Githmi's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Iskander Al-Githmi 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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  • What does Iskander Al-Githmi specialise in?

    Iskander Al-Githmi specialises in Cardiothoracic Surgery in Jeddah, SA.

  • What conditions does Iskander Al-Githmi treat?

    Iskander Al-Githmi treats conditions within Cardiothoracic Surgery. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Iskander Al-Githmi practise?

    Iskander Al-Githmi practises in Jeddah, SA. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Iskander Al-Githmi speak?

    Iskander Al-Githmi speaks English, Arabic.

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